Dear U-32 Families, Students, and Caregivers,

Two groups of students are out of the country this week to Peru and France. These cultural exchanges help our young people to become and be active contributors to their global community. In France (top) students visited the beaches at Normandy to connect with history (a passion for many of them) and will engage in homestays and go to school with students in France. In Peru, students visit markets and ruins (bottom) to be immersed in culture and environment full of deep history. Their roles as learners on these travel experiences deepens their connection to their role as global citizens.

On May 5th, I hope you'll join us to learn more about our partnership with Thangpal Valley School in Nepal. This is yet another opportunity for our students to expand their work as global citizens through partnership.

Best,

Becca

Congratulations to the U-32 Student Services Department for being the first recipient of The Vermont School Counselor Association (VTSCA) Excellence in School Counseling Program Award. This award honors a school counseling department who provides students with a comprehensive school counseling program focusing on Academic, Career, and Social/Emotional Development. The awards and recognition committee who chose U-32 included members of higher education professionals, practicing school counselors and school administrators.

Join us in congratulating the U-32 Student Services in receiving the first annual Excellence in School Counseling Program Award.

Congratulations Cairsten, Ellen, Jade, Lisa & Nate. Thank you for all you do for students & families!

Earlier this month, our 7th and 8th grade theater program, Stage 16, brought down the house with their hilarious and heartfelt production of Spamalot. The show was more than just a comedy — it was a celebration of our school’s core values: passion, creativity, and contribution to community.

The production featured not only middle school performers but also an incredible group of high school mentors. These mentors worked side-by-side with younger students, guiding them through the rehearsal process, tech elements, and performance weekend.

One of the most beautiful aspects of Stage 16 is the way it fosters student leadership and responsibility. With support from their HS mentors, students took ownership of the production — managing props, cues, backstage coordination, and more. The result was a high-energy, joy-filled show that had the audience laughing from start to finish.

From knights and killer rabbits to musical numbers and coconut horses, Spamalot was a shining example of how passion, collaboration, and trust in young artists can create something truly magical. We even had a special guest join us onstage - Amy Molina - featured below as “Sir Not Appearing in the Show.”

Congratulations to the thirty-three U-32 7th and 8th graders that performed at the Winooski Valley Middle School Music Festival on April 9th at Montpelier High School! The students worked hard to prepare their music, rehearsed for the full day and put on a fantastic concert with students from all over central VT.

The Vermont State Treasurer’s Office is proud to promote ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience)

accounts—a powerful tool helping Vermonters with disabilities build financial security.

Administered by the Treasurer’s Office, ABLE accounts allow individuals with disabilities and their

families to save and invest money without affecting eligibility for Medicaid, Supplemental Security

Income (SSI), or other needs-based public benefits. These tax-advantaged accounts can be used

for a wide range of disability-related expenses, including education, housing, transportation, health

care, and more.

By protecting access to public benefits, ABLE accounts help give individuals the freedom to plan for

the future, live with dignity, and gain greater independence.

Today, more than 1,000 Vermonters are using ABLE accounts, but many more Vermonters qualify

who have not yet enrolled. To encourage new sign-ups, there is a $25 incentive to any Vermonter

who opens an ABLE account during the month of April.

And starting in 2026, ABLE eligibility will expand to include individuals who experienced the onset of a disability before age 46 (up from the current limit of 26). This change will extend ABLE access to more Vermonters, including many veterans and adults.

We hope you’ll join us in spreading the word about ABLE. Together, we can ensure more Vermonters with disabilities have the tools they need to thrive and continue building a more inclusive, supportive community for all.

Learn more about ABLE here: https://vermontable.com/

Hello!

My name is Stella Stoufer and I am a junior here at U-32. I am working alongside my mentor Meg Allison, in the library on a Branching Out Project called Out Run The Floods! My idea surrounds fundraising for flood relief. Please consider joining me on Saturday, May 31st to raise money for flood relief.

Thank you!

2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is Now Available!
Do you have students that need help filing their FAFSA for the 2025-26 school year? VSAC is offering 1:1 appointments, virtually and in person, now through February. Visit the VSAC calendar for a full listing.

STUDENT/PARENT Resources

IC PLP courses- all students have a course called PLP in the AS (After School) slot in their IC schedule. There is a lot of info so we hope you will check it out.

Naviance - Remember to frequent Naviance as this site helps U-32 students explore post high school planning options, build a resume, manage timelines and deadlines for making decisions about colleges and careers. This is also where all of the scholarship opportunities are housed. Each student will work with his/her TA and school counselor in Naviance to create his/her Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs).

If you have forgotten your password, you can reset it yourself. If you have misplaced your registration code, please notify Student Services.

IMPORTANT GRADING INFORMATION

Report Card Dates for 2024-2025

Semester 2

Quarter 3 HS/MS Progress Report - Available Now!

Quarter 4 HS/MS Report Cards - Available TBA mailed pending snow days

COURSE SELECTION for 2025-2026

Incoming high school students will receive their schedules in May. Times will be allotted in May for students to make any changes to their schedules.

Move Up Day (for incoming 7-12 graders) is scheduled for June 10th and additional information will follow.

Finalized schedules will be mailed home in June with Quarter 4 report cards.

SAT TESTING DATES (register online at www.collegeboard.com)

Test Date (Deadline to Register)

May 3rd (April 18th)

June 7th (May 22nd)

ACT TESTING DATES (register online at www.actstudent.org)

Test Date (Deadline to Register)

June 14th (May 9th)

July 12th (June 6th)

UVM Summer Academy

Designed for motivated high school students who have completed 10th, 11th, or 12th grade, the University of Vermont’s Summer Academy is an outstanding, academically challenging 4-week program (2 weeks on-campus, 2 weeks online) that provides students with the opportunity to earn credits, explore a specific area of career interest, experience college life and showcase their talent and ambition to college recruiters.

Dual Enrollment / Early College

As an incoming Vermont high school junior or senior, you are eligible for two Vermont Dual Enrollment Vouchers, allowing you to take one free college course in your junior year of high school and one in your senior year of high school. It’s called Dual Enrollment because your free college courses will also earn you credit towards graduation from high school.

Dual enrollment is offered through all VT public colleges/universities and some private colleges too. Go to http://www.vtdualenrollment.org/ for a list of participating colleges and to request a dual enrollment voucher.

High School Seniors are also eligible for Early College- got to http://education.vermont.gov/student-learning/flexible-pathways/early-college for more information

Not All Colleges and Universities Require SATs/ACTs

Not all admissions processes are created equal. One major point of difference among colleges these days is how admissions officers consider your SAT scores. More schools are de-emphasizing SAT scores as part of your application with “test optional” and “test flexible” policies. One college has even eliminated SAT scores completely!

There are now over 800 accredited, bachelor-degree granting institutions that have changed their approach to standardized test scores. (Keep in mind that the majority of colleges, especially the more prestigious schools, do still require and strongly consider your SAT scores.) Let’s take a look at the different policies and which schools no longer require applicants to submit their scores for admission. Go to www.fairtest.org for more info

Looking for an alternative to college?

VSAC is a fantastic resource for college and non college bound students www.vsac.org

VT DOL Apprenticeship Site

This Web site features detailed information on Vermont Registered Apprenticeships, employer-sponsored training programs that offer both supervised work experience and related instruction.

https://labor.vermont.gov/workforce-development/job-training-education-and-apprenticeship/apprenticeship or https://www.apprenticeship.gov/

The U-32 Student Services Office strongly urges all students and parents to frequent the scholarship section on the Naviance Family Connection site. Scholarships are updated weekly.

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The Middlesex Community Fund is a resource to Middlesex families and the broader community. They support grants to meet basic needs, education scholarships, camp scholarships, community projects and disaster responses.

Education Scholarships are for tuition, fees, room and board, course-required books, travel, equipment, and more. The typical amount is for $300 though any reasonable amount will be considered. They must be applied for by May 1 of each year. For an application, click here. MCF scholarships are limited to students residing in Middlesex (part time or full time). For more information, please email : amy.rose.vt@gmail.com

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$10,000 (2 Awards)

Upakar Foundation Scholarships

Deadline: April 30, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

$4,000 (50 Awards)

General Henry Arnold Education Grant

Deadline: April 30, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

$10,000 (4 Awards)

Swim With Mike Foundation Scholarships

Deadline: May 1, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

$5,000 (35 Award)

Angus Foundation Scholarships

Deadline: May 1, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

$2,000 (12 Awards)

Sallie Mae Scholarship

Deadline: April 30, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

$25,000 (1 Award)

Be Bold Scholarship

Deadline: May 1, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

$50,000 (50 Awards)

ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship

Deadline: April 29, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

$15,000 (1 Award)

Niche Scholarships

Deadline: May 31, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

$2,000 (1 Award)

Faith Based College Scholarship

Deadline: May 31, 2025

For Eligibility: Click Here

April

• Regular Decision admissions letters begin to arrive.

• Discuss the financial aid package provided by each school with your family. If you haven’t received financial aid packages by early April call to make sure all necessary materials arrived.

• Attend admitted students’ weekends at college campuses.

• Use April break for any additional campus visits.

• If you are on a waitlist, set up a meeting with your counselor to discuss options.

• Celebrate with family and friends!

• Send in the acceptance notice to your chosen school. Make sure to send in your deposit.

• Decline offers of admission from remaining colleges.

May

• May 1: Deadline for notifying colleges of your decision.
• AP Exams are administered. Be sure to send the AP Grade Report to your college.
• Send thank-you notes to your teachers, coaches, TA, and anyone else who helped you on the way.
• Fill out housing-preference forms, and check out any special living centers.
• Wait-listed students can expect more information about their status after May 1.
• Complete Graduation Survey on Family Connection

June

• If you plan to compete in Division I or Division II college sports, have your transcript sent to the NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse. More information is available at ncaaclearinghouse.net.

• June 8: Senior Award Ceremony at 3pm
• June 9: Graduation Practice 8:15am-10am
• June 10: Graduation Practice, Caps & Gown parade 9:45am-11:30
• June 11-12: Senior Trip
• June 13: Graduation at 6:30pm

• June 30: Final deadline to submit FAFSA.

Here is the link to purchase your yearbook!

You can also purchase your yearbook from Sara Wolf in the technology office. Please bring cash or a check made payable to U-32. Yearbooks will be distributed in June.

If you have any questions please email yearbook@u32.org or call Sara Wolf at 802-229-0321 ext. 5107.