THE VIKING

IMPORTANT REMINDER ABOUT THE SCHOOL DAY

~ SCHOOL BEGINS AT 7:45 AM EACH DAY ~

CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION BEGINS AT 8:00 EACH DAY

STUDENTS WHO ARRIVE AFTER 8:00 WILL NEED TO ENTER HCS THROUGH

THE FRONT DOOR AND COME TO THE OFFICE FOR A LATE PASS

BEFORE HEADING TO THEIR CLASSROOM.

Wednesday, January 8: Early Release Day (1:40) and Bolton Ski & Ride Program

Thursday, January 9: Cochrans Ski & Ride Program

Wednesday, January 15: Early Release Day (1:40) and Bolton Ski & Ride Program

Thursday, January 16: Cochrans Ski & Ride Program

Monday, January 20: MLK Jr Day - NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, January 22: Early Release Day (1:40) and Bolton Ski & Ride Program

Thursday, January 23: Cochrans Ski & Ride Program

Wednesday, January 29: Early Release Day (1:40) and Bolton Ski & Ride Program

Thursday, January 30: Cochrans Ski & Ride Program

Wednesday, February 5: Early Release Day (1:40)

Thursday, February 6: Cochrans Ski & Ride Program

Wednesday, February 12: Early Release Day (1:40)

Thursday, February 13: Cochrans Ski & Ride Program

Wednesday, February 19: Early Release Day (1:40)

Monday, February 24 - Friday, February 28: Break - NO SCHOOL

Monday, March 3 - Tuesday, March 4: K-8 In Service/Conferences: NO SCHOOL

The holiday season can be joyful and stressful. For youth, the holiday break can bring unstructured and unsupervised time away from trusted connections, leading to risky behaviors or feelings of isolation and loneliness. Remember the free, confidential 988 Lifeline is available 24/7 to provide support and local services - you don't need to be in crisis to call. Whether it’s struggling with tough emotions, substance use, or just needing someone to talk to, no crisis is too small. Read more at cvsdvt.org/988-lifeline

The CVSD Early Education Program is now accepting applications for a random prekindergarten lottery drawing for the 2025-26 school year. This lottery is for an opportunity to enroll in one of our school-based classrooms which runs 4 partial days per week. Our school-based prekindergarten classrooms are 5 STARs, licensed early education programs that provide play-based, developmentally appropriate environments for all children in an inclusive setting. Our curriculum is based on the Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS).

Our programs follow the CVSD school calendar. Children who will be age 3 or older by September 1, 2025, who are not eligible for kindergarten, and live in the communities of Charlotte, Hinesburg, Shelburne, St. George, and Williston are eligible to enter the lottery. Families who are selected for the lottery and choose to enroll their child in a CVSD program access their Act 166 publicly funded prekindergarten funds for the school-based program.

All applications must be received by February 7, 2025, and are located on the CVSD Early Education website under PreK Enrollment. Paper applications are available upon request.

For additional information, questions about our program, or any concerns about your child’s development, please visit our website or contact Director of Early Education, Erin Gagne at egagne@cvsdvt.org. Our Early Education team is also available for developmental screenings in the areas of communication, social-emotional development, motor skills, adaptive development, and cognition. More information about an Early Multi-Tiered System of Supports is also available on the website.

You're Invited: Celebrate The Arts + Community Night

Thursday, January 9

5-8 p.m. at CVU

Families, caregivers, students, faculty and community from across CVSD are invited to join the 13th-annual Celebrate the Arts. After a six-year break, this annual tradition returns with a vibrant gallery of student learning, innovation and inspiration featuring student work from the district's six schools. New this year: Transportation will be available, with buses from Charlotte, Williston and Shelburne's schools; local restaurants will be providing food; and organizations that offer community and family resources will be in attendance to share more information. Learn more at cvsdvt.org/celebrate-the-arts

Activities and Clubs

Athletics

Bus Schedule/Routes

CVSD Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

CVSD School Board

Essential Arts

Menu & Food Service

Health Office

Jump Rope

Library

My School Bucks

PiE - Partnership in Education

School Counselors

School Handbook

Theater

Transportation Department

Volunteer at HCS

Access CVU Classes & Registration

Audubon Vacation and Day Camps

Carpenter Carse Library

Green Mountain Academy - Ski and Snowboard

Highland Dance Vermont

Hinesburg Food Shelf

Hinesburg Recreation Department

Wednesdays Woodland Adventures With Wonder Roots

Suzan Locke, HCS Co-Principal, Grades K-4

482-6299, slocke@cvsdvt.org

Tim Trevithick, HCS Co-Principal, Grades 5-8

482-6298, ttrevithick@cvsdvt.org

Alicia Kurth, HCS Special Education Administrator

482-6285, akurth@cvsdvt.org

Email: hcsinformation@cvsdvt.org
Website: https://www.cvsdvt.org/hinesburg
Location: Hinesburg Community School, 10888, Route 116, Hinesburg, Vermont, USA
Phone: 802-482-2106
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hinesburg-Community-School-125786304154731/

The Viking Newsletter is published weekly, when school is in session. It is available on our web site and is also delivered via email. If needed, a hard copy can be provided for your child to bring home. The Viking includes upcoming events, after school opportunities, notes of interest for parents and the community and updates from our school administration.