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Rokes named valedictorian, Fulkerson salutatorian for GMUHS Class of 2015
Alecia Rokes, daughter of Beverly and Warren Rokes, and Madeleine Fulkerson, daughter of Susan Fulkerson and Charles Hooker, have been named Green Mountain High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, for 2015. The two were chosen because they have the highest Grade Point Averages in their class. During high school, Alecia participated in soccer for three […]
CAES principal resigns, search for replacement under way
By Gloria Dufield ©2015-Telegraph Publishing LLC Chester-Andover Elementary Principal Sherri Nichols has resigned her post after two years on the job. The CAES Board of Directors formally accepted her letter of resignation in May. She will become curriculum and staff development coordinator in the Addison-Rutland Supervisory Union, replacing Brooke Olsen-Farrell. Her salary will be $84,002, […]
RVTC students aid Chester Townscape beautification work
Chester Townscape, formerly known as the Chester Beautification Committee, has continued to bring together dedicated volunteers, organizations and town departments to improve the appearance and economic sustainability of Chester. On Thursday, May 21, Chester Townscape arranged for instructor John Harmer and seven horticulture students from River Valley Technical Center in Springfield to hold the first […]
Chester Academy announces fund drive to aid college grants, donation from Players Guild
Chester Academy, a nonprofit corporation that awards scholarships to students from Green Mountain Union High School and Vermont Academy, has announced a fund drive with the goal of offsetting the rising cost of post secondary education as well as a donation from the Chester Players Guild. The Players Guild, which has formally dissolved, recently donated […]
VSAC announces low fixed rate higher ed loans
Vermont Student Assistance Corp. has announced its low fixed rates for Vermont Advantage education loans for the 2015-16 academic year. The Vermont Advantage offers rates as low as 5.50 percent APR for both undergraduate and graduate students who need additional financing for postsecondary education or training. Vermont students attending college in the United States or […]
GMUHS Board of Directors meeting for June 11, 2015
The Green Mountain Union High School board of directors will meet at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 11 in the Conference Room of Green Mountain Union High School, 716 VT Rt 103 S. Below is its agenda. I. Call to Order a. Roll Call II. Approval of Agenda Action III. Approval of Minutes Action a. […]
CAES Board of Directors meeting for June 8, 2015 – Amended 6/4/2015
The Board of Directors of Chester-Andover Elementary School will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, June 8 at the school library, 72 Main St. The meeting is open to the public and visitors are asked to let board chair Marilyn Mahusky know if they intend to speak during the meeting. Below is its agenda. Call to […]
CSJ physician assistant program receives regional accreditation
College of St. Joseph’s developing Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant Studies program has received accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. NEASC, the regional accrediting association, recently notified CSJ that it has accepted the college’s substantive change approval request. The physician assistant program is working to receive provisional accreditation from the […]
River Valley Tech honors 16 program grads with awards
The families and friends of students at the River Valley Technical Center gathered to celebrate the completion of technical programs in late May and to recognize 16 with awards and scholarships. Brendan Kelly, an Industrial Trades student from Bellows Falls Union High School, received the RVTC Director’s award, presented to the student who exemplifies all […]
GMUHS board OKs limited school choice, restraint and seclusion policy
By Shawn Cunningham © 2015 Telegraph Publishing At its regular monthly meeting, the Green Mountain Union High School Board of Directors adopted limited school choice for seventh and eighth graders, as well as a restraint and seclusion policy for disruptive students and heard a presentation on the proposed town water project from town government officials. […]
CAES board adopts limited school choice
Gloria Dufield © 2015 Telegraph Publishing, LLC T he Chester-Andover Board of Directors on Monday, May 11, finalized some specific policy and processes that continue to reflect the district merger. Of most significance on this short agenda for CAES students and parents were adoption of limited school choice program within the district for the elementary […]
Sterling College names fund-raising chief; 3 journalists named Vermont Law Environmental Fellows
CRAFTSBURY COMMON Sterling College has announced the appointment of Christopher W. Bordeau as the new director of Advancement & Alumni Relations. With eight years in higher education development, Bordeau will lead the recently announced $9 million comprehensive campaign Nourish the Roots: The Campaign for Sterling, the largest campaign in the college’s history. “We look forward […]
Weston Playhouse offers two summer theater programs for students
The Weston Playhouse Theatre Company is offering two fun theater opportunities for students this summer. Weston’s Student Ambassador Program provides 15 students with free admission to all seven summer shows, and an opportunity to discover how professional productions go from planning to stage. Backstage tours, first read-throughs, tech rehearsals, actor/director talkbacks and more are part […]
West River Montessori hosts toddler program open house
The West River Montessori School at 3650D Route 100 North n South Londonderry is hosting an open house for its toddler program from 6 to 7 p.m., Thursday, May 21. The public is invited to visit the school, experience the Montessori method and meet teachers and families. Contact 802-824-5033 or wrmsabc@gmail.com with questions.
GMUHS Board of Directors meeting agenda for Thursday May 14, 2015
The Green Mountain Union High School Board of Directors will meet in the conference room at GMUHS, 716 VT Rt 103 S. in Chester, at 6 p.m. May 14, 2015 for its regular meeting. Below is its agenda. I. Call to Order a. Roll Call II. Approval of Agenda III. Approval of Minutes a. Minutes […]
GMUHS announces 3rd quarter Honor Roll
Green Mountain Union High School has released the names of those making the Honor Roll for the 3rd quarter. Honors Middle School Honors are earned by those students with one off-setting grade not below a C-. (There must be an A+, A, or A- to offset the one grade of a C+, C or C-). High […]
Olympic skier joins Okemo Mountain School Board of Directors
Okemo Mountain School welcomes Julia Ford, member of the 2014 U.S. Olympic Alpine Ski Team, to its Board of Directors. Ford’s roots are grounded in Vermont and Okemo Mountain Resort, where she learned to ski and later attended Okemo Mountain School. “We are delighted to have Julia’s enthusiasm and expertise added to our board,” says […]
VSAC offers college-bound seniors a chance to win $50 gift card
May 1 is the last day for most seniors to inform a college of their plans to enroll. Vermont Student Assistance Corp. is joining Reach Higher, the nationwide celebration started by first lady Michelle Obama to encourage students to pursue and complete their education. VSAC invites high school seniors and families to share their decisions […]
Green Mountain school board OKs funds for use of Greven Field, considers merging some teams
By Gloria Dufield ©2015-The Chester Telegraph Sports seemed to be topic of the moment at the Green Mountain Union High school board meeting on Thursday, April 16 at the high school. It followed an hourlong executive session for a student disciplinary hearing Brendan McNamara, director of Athletics, Facilities and Transportation, kicked off the meeting by […]
CAES board works to smooth over consolidation issues, addresses school nurse concerns
By Gloria Dufield ©2015-Telegraph Publishing LLC Much of the agenda at the Monday, April 13 Chester-Andover School Board meeting reflected the 2013 consolidation of Windsor Southwest Supervisory Union and the Rutland-Windsor Supervisory Union into the Two Rivers Supervisory Union. TRSU’s Innovations in Learning Committee recommended offering limited school choice for grades K-8 within the school district. […]
