21st Century Learning for Pre-K-8 in Shelburne, VT
Join us on Wednesday, June 12th as we celebrate important milestones! PreK graduation will take place at students at 8:30 am in the VDS Community Room. Our 8th grade graduation will take place at 3:00 pm at All Souls Gathering in Shelburne. There will be a reception following the graduation ceremony, hosted by the 8th grade parents. We hope to see you there!
Parents are welcome to join us for our annual Green Up Day afternoon on Friday, May 3rd (2-3 pm). We will be planting flowers, raking woodchips and picking up litter at VDS and Vermont Teddy Bear! Hope to see you there!
Spring CLIC week is coming up! We are thrilled to announce that Vermont Day School is partnering with Vermont Green FC, our local soccer club with a mission! Vermont Green FC will give our students a challenge or problem that they are facing. Our students will put their creativity, collaboration and critical thinking skills to the test to offer solutions. It is going to be an amazing week! Check back for updates!
Prospective students are invited to Vermont Day School on Wednesday, May 15th (8 am – 12 pm). Our student guests will attend classes, meet teachers and new friends. It is a great way to see what it would be like to attend our school! To register or for more information, email Libby Macdonald (lmacdonald@vtdayschool.org).
Throughout the week of June 3-7, 8th graders will present their Capstone Projects to the community. Each 8th grader has chosen a topic of personal interest, such as pediatric cancer, gender equity in sports, adaptive skiing – just to name a few. Students research their topic, interview experts, and create and present an impact project to the community. Check back for updates – the Capstone Projects are impressive and a cornerstone of a VDS education for our graduates!
For our annual Food Drive, VDS is hoping to collect 750 lbs. of food and hygiene items for the Shelburne Food Shelf. Please see the list of items needed by the Food Shelf and bring them to VDS at morning drop-off. Representatives from the 4th/5th grade class will be in the front lobby ready to accept you donations. Thank you for supporting our Food Drive and for helping our neighbors!
Students and teachers are looking forward to our annual K-8 field trip to go ice skating at Cairns Arena on Wednesday, March 27th. VDS Parents, please check your weekly class newsletters for field trip details! Happy skating to all!
Prospective families with children entering grades 6th-8th in Fall 2024 are invited to visit Vermont Day School on Saturday, April 6th at 3 pm. The Open House is a wonderful opportunity to tour the school. meet staff and learn what makes Middle School at Vermont Day School unique! To inquire or RSVP, please email our Director of Admissions, Libby Macdonald (lmacdonald@vtdayschool.org).
Prospective middle school students entering 6th-8th grade in Fall 2024 are invited to join us on Wednesday, April 17 to experience VDS first hand! Students will attend classes, and have the opportunity to meet teachers and classmates. Please email Libby Macdonald, lmacdonald@vtdayschool.org, to register your child to attend!
VDS PreK-3rd grade students will perform “Peaceful Penguin Village” play on Thursday, April 18th. There are two shows for parents, grandparents and guests @ 8:30 am (K/1 and 2/3) and at 9:30 am (PreK). We can’t wait for this very fun performance! Students are loving practicing the songs and lines from this very sweet show with a wonderful message!
Vermont Day School is pleased to announce the addition of a Merit Scholarship program for prospective students entering 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades in Fall 2024. One year scholarships, in the amount of $5,000, are awarded to motivated learners with strong academic skills, who exemplify the guiding principles of Vermont Day School.
Merit Scholarship Applications will be considered once all parts of a child’s application to Vermont Day School are complete, including the teacher recommendations and school visit day. Scholarship applications are due March 1st, 2024. Once complete, parent and student short answer responses should be emailed to Libby Macdonald, Director of Admissions (lmacdonald@vtdayschool.org). Visit our Merit Scholarship page for additional information.
Vermont Day School Parents are invited to join us for coffee, baked goods and casual conversation on Friday, March 8th after morning drop-off (8:00/8:15 am). We hope to see you there. All are welcome!
