Parents are invited to set up a time with your child’s teacher to ask questions, set goals for the year or share information that would be helpful to discuss prior to the start of the school year. Conference sign-up will be emailed to families in August.

Parents new to Vermont Day School are invited to join us for an Orientation on Monday, August 28th at 4:30 pm. A Back to School Barbecue will follow at 5:30 pm for all families, hosted by our Parent Committee. More details to follow as the date approaches.

Vermont Day School will be closed on Monday, September 4th in observance of Labor Day. School will resume on Tuesday, September 5th.

Looking for that all-around day camp experience? Join our Adventurers summer camp! Campers will spend their days playing outdoor games, doing water play and summer-themed crafts. They will also take field trips to nearby locations, including Shelburne Beach. A classic summer camp experience! Each week will be different from the last and full of new friendships, experiences and explorations. Visit our Summer Camp page for more details.

Imagine hiking into the mountains with a group of friends and only a pack on your back. If this sounds like a fun adventure, then our Wilderness Expedition week is for you! Campers will spend the first part of the week visiting local parks and swimming spots, and learning the skills necessary for a camping trip. The week will culminate with an overnight camping excursion on Thursday night. Campers will learn how to plan a hiking route, cook food in the outdoors, pack and set-up all the necessary gear. Visit our Summer Camp page for more details.

Vermont Day School will be closed on Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day.

On June 1st and 2nd, the 4th/5th grade class will be going to Hosmer Point in Craftsbury Common for an overnight adventure. They will participate in team-building and leadership activities, along with swimming and hiking. What a fabulous way to end the school year, and begin the transition to Vermont Day School’s Middle School. The class is hosted a Parent’s Night Out fundraiser on Friday, May 12th (6-8 pm) to raise funds for this excursion.

Vermont Day School students will be hosting a Cabaret Night at the Shelburne Town Hall on Wednesday, June 7th @ 6 pm. This fun-filled evening will be filled with music, dance and instrumental pieces that our young musicians have been practicing this spring. We are all in for a real treat!

As a fun culmination to the year, the last week of school is Spirit Week at Vermont Day School! Each day will bring a new theme and related activities. Past highlights have included Field Day and Duct Tape Day. Check back for more details as the date approaches!

On Friday, May 12th (6-8 pm), the 4th/5th grade class is hosting a Parents Night Out, as a fundraiser for their outdoor leadership trip to Hosmer Point. Bring your children (ages 4 and up) to Vermont Day School for pizza and a movie! RSVP required. Suggested donation is $15/child.

Our 2nd annual Spring Carnival is happening Saturday, May 20th from 1-3:30 pm. This fun-filled afternoon consists of student-made Carnival games, delicious food, prizes and a raffle to benefit our financial aid fund. Please contact us for ticket information (info@vtdayschool.org).

Vermont Day School will be closed April 24-28 for spring vacation. We hope you have a fantastic week, and look forward to seeing you again when school resumes on Monday, May 1st.