Thursday, November 30, 2017

Daily Announcements
Friday, December 1, 2017
B Day

MVU’s Community Charity Drive has begun.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance.

Canned goods are being collected for Operation Happiness. Please bring them to TSA or your prime group. Non-perishable items are counted and collected daily.

Attention Middle School Students: Ski/Board for free at Jay Peak! You are eligible if your quarter one report card reflects you are proficient on all habits of work. Get a free lift ticket all quarter long by bringing your MVU student ID to the Jay Peak customer service. Offer does not include rentals.

Middle School Student of the Month – November, 2017
Dream Team – Dakota Sears – Respectful and hardworking student who advocates for his learning and consistently strives to improve himself
Voyager Team – Jameson Bourdeau – Great work ethic, stays focused in class and is a good advocate for himself
Firebirds Team – Autumn Bailey – Respect and kindness with our school community
XStream Team – Naomi Harvie – XStreamly helpful

Just a reminder to all student council members : All Pampered Chef orders are due to Mrs. Greenia today, December 1st.

The Swanton Teen Center will be hosting its annual Community Dinner on Thursday, December 7th from 6-8pm. Come enjoy food and friends as we celebrate our last community dinner in the Memorial Building before we relocate in March. Free and open to all.

The MVU Literary Magazine is accepting applications for literary and art editors for the 2017-18 school year.  Applicants must be in grades 10-12 and must complete the Google form application by Friday, December 15th. For any questions, please contact Ms. Conte or Mrs. Didio (lconte@fnwsu.org or ldidio@fnwsu.org).

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Daily Announcements
Thursday, November 30, 2017
A Day

Just a reminder to all student council members : All Pampered Chef orders are due to Mrs. Greenia by this Friday, December 1st.

Today, November 30th there will be a representative of the United States Air Force here to answer questions and offer information about programs and opportunities offered  through the U.S. Air Force. If you would like to meet with this representative please stop by the guidance office to be put on the list.

The Swanton Teen Center will be hosting its annual Community Dinner on Thursday, December 7th from 6-8pm. Come enjoy food and friends as we celebrate our last community dinner in the Memorial Building before we relocate in March. Free and open to all.

The MVU Literary Magazine is accepting applications for literary and art editors for the 2017-18 school year.  Applicants must be in grades 10-12 and must complete the Google form application by Friday, December 15th. For any questions, please contact Ms. Conte or Mrs. Didio (lconte@fnwsu.org or ldidio@fnwsu.org).

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive has begun.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance. Canned goods are being collected for Operation Happiness. Please bring them to TSA or your prime group.

Tuesday, November 28, 2017

Daily Announcements
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
B Day


Just a reminder to all student council members : All Pampered Chef orders are due to Mrs. Greenia by this Friday, December 1st.

On Thursday November 30th there will be a representative of the United States Air Force here to answer questions and offer information about programs and opportunities offered  through the U.S. Air Force. If you would like to meet with this representative please stop by the guidance office to be put on the list.

The Swanton Teen Center will be hosting its annual Community Dinner on Thursday, December 7th from 6-8pm. Come enjoy food and friends as we celebrate our last community dinner in the Memorial Building before we relocate in March. Free and open to all.

The MVU Literary Magazine is accepting applications for literary and art editors for the 2017-18 school year.  Applicants must be in grades 10-12 and must complete the Google form application by Friday, December 15th. For any questions, please contact Ms. Conte or Mrs. Didio (lconte@fnwsu.org or ldidio@fnwsu.org).

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive has begun.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance. Canned goods are being collected for Operation Happiness. Please bring them to TSA or your prime group.

Monday, November 27, 2017

Daily Announcements
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
A Day


On Thursday November 30 there will be a representative of the United States Air Force here to answer questions and offer information about programs and opportunities offered  through the U.S. Air Force. If you would like to meet with this representative please stop by the guidance office to be put on the list.

The Swanton Teen Center will be hosting its annual Community Dinner on Thursday, December 7th from 6-8pm. Come enjoy food and friends as we celebrate our last community dinner in the Memorial Building before we relocate in March. Free and open to all.

The MVU Literary Magazine is accepting applications for literary and art editors for the 2017-18 school year.  Applicants must be in grades 10-12 and must complete the Google form application by Friday, December 15th. For any questions, please contact Ms. Conte or Mrs. Didio (lconte@fnwsu.org or ldidio@fnwsu.org).

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive has begun.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance.

Daily Announcements
Monday, November 27, 2017
B Day

The Swanton Teen Center will be hosting its annual Community Dinner on Thursday, December 7th from 6-8pm. Come enjoy food and friends as we celebrate our last community dinner in the Memorial Building before we relocate in March. Free and open to all.

The MVU Literary Magazine is accepting applications for literary and art editors for the 2017-18 school year.  Applicants must be in grades 10-12 and must complete the Google form application by Friday, December 15th. For any questions, please contact Ms. Conte or Mrs. Didio (lconte@fnwsu.org or ldidio@fnwsu.org).

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive has begun.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance.

Any MVU middle or high school student who would like to earn $100.00 by selling Pampered Chef products can see Mrs. Gagne for a packet.

Attention MVU students, parents, staff, alumni and friends. Shop spirit wear it makes a great holiday gift.   You can find the Boosters link on our website under “Athletics”.  

On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.

Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.

Monday, November 20, 2017

Daily Announcements
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
A Day

The Swanton Teen Center will be hosting its annual Community Dinner on Thursday, December 7th from 6-8pm. Come enjoy food and friends as we celebrate our last community dinner in the Memorial Building before we relocate in March. Free and open to all.

The MVU Literary Magazine is accepting applications for literary and art editors for the 2017-18 school year.  Applicants must be in grades 10-12 and must complete the Google form application by Friday, December 15th. For any questions, please contact Ms. Conte or Mrs. Didio (lconte@fnwsu.org or ldidio@fnwsu.org).

MIDDLE SCHOOL BUSTED TICKET WINNERS:     WEEK ENDING 11/17/17
XStream Team – Morgan Fremeau
Firebirds Team – Joey Bluto
Dream Team – Molly McLaughlin
Voyagers Team – Nick Flint

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive has begun.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance.

Any MVU middle or high school student who would like to earn $100.00 by selling Pampered Chef products can see Mrs. Gagne for a packet.

Attention MVU students, parents, staff, alumni and friends. Shop spirit wear it makes a great holiday gift.   You can find the Boosters link on our website under “Athletics”.  

On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.

Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.

Friday, November 17, 2017

Daily Announcements
Monday, November 20, 2017
B Day

The Swanton Teen Center will be hosting its annual Community Dinner on Thursday, December 7th from 6-8pm. Come enjoy food and friends as we celebrate our last community dinner in the Memorial Building before we relocate in March. Free and open to all.

The MVU Literary Magazine is accepting applications for literary and art editors for the 2017-18 school year.  Applicants must be in grades 10-12 and must complete the Google form application by Friday, December 15th. For any questions, please contact Ms. Conte or Mrs. Didio (lconte@fnwsu.org or ldidio@fnwsu.org).

MIDDLE SCHOOL BUSTED TICKET WINNERS:     WEEK ENDING 11/17/17
XStream Team – Morgan Fremeau
Firebirds Team – Joey Bluto
Dream Team – Molly McLaughlin
Voyagers Team – Nick Flint

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive has begun.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance.

Any MVU middle or high school student who would like to earn $100.00 by selling Pampered Chef products can see Mrs. Gagne for a packet.

Attention MVU students, parents, staff, alumni and friends. Shop spirit wear it makes a great holiday gift.   You can find the Boosters link on our website under “Athletics”.  

On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.

Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.

Thursday, November 16, 2017

Daily Announcements
Friday, November 17, 2017
B Day

Just a reminder to everyone that Monday, November 20 is a “B” day.

Today is the last day to order your wreaths. If you would like to place an order, please see Mrs. Hakey.

Attention Middle and High School Students:  Last day to sign up for a winter sport is Friday, November 17th.  You can sign up online at www.mvuathletics.org.  Eligibility is based on first quarter grades.  Please be sure your physical is up to date in the nurse’s office.
After the 17th, the registration site will be closed.

Middle School Student of the Month – October, 2017
Dream Team – Ella Partlow – She consistently strives for and achieves the highest expectations in all areas academically and is an exceptionally respectful individual to her peers and adults
Voyager Team – Hailey White – Hard worker, cooperative with all other students and always has a positive attitude
Firebirds Team – Colby Parah – Persistence, self-advocacy and seeking out challenges
XStream Team – Hayden Dixon– XStreamly persistent

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive starts today.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance.

Any MVU middle or high school student who would like to earn $100.00 by selling Pampered Chef products can see Mrs. Gagne for a packet.

Attention MVU students, parents, staff, alumni and friends. Shop spirit wear it makes a great holiday gift.   You can find the Boosters link on our website under “Athletics”.  

On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.

Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.

Last day to order wreaths is November 17th.  If you would like to place an order, please see Mrs. Hakey.

Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Daily Announcements
Thursday, November 16, 2017
A Day

Attention Middle and High School Students:  Last day to sign up for a winter sport is Friday, November 17th.  You can sign up online at www.mvuathletics.org.  Eligibility is based on first quarter grades.  Please be sure your physical is up to date in the nurse’s office.
After the 17th, the registration site will be closed.

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive starts today.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance.

Any MVU middle or high school student who would like to earn $100.00 by selling Pampered Chef products can see Mrs. Gagne for a packet.

The following college will be visiting this week:
Friday, Nov. 17th -  St. Joseph's College of Maine

Attention MVU students, parents, staff, alumni and friends. Shop spirit wear it makes a great holiday gift.   You can find the Boosters link on our website under “Athletics”.  

On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.

Late Fall Crossroads/AfterHours Flyers are out!  Please see your teacher or stop by the front office, guidance office or middle school office to get your copy today.  Registrations forms are due today 11/16/17.

Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.

Last day to order wreaths is November 17th.  If you would like to place an order, please see Mrs. Hakey.

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Daily Announcements
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
B Day

Attention Middle and High School Students:  Last day to sign up for a winter sport is Friday, November 17th.  You can sign up online at www.mvuathletics.org.  Eligibility is based on first quarter grades.  Please be sure your physical is up to date in the nurse’s office.
After the 17th, the registration site will be closed.

On Friday December 8, we will be hosting an On-the-Spot Decision day for Northern Vermont University. There will be representatives here from both the Johnson campus and the Lyndon campus. If you are interested in being interviewed for admission, please see your guidance counselor to be added to the list.

MVU’s Community Charity Drive starts today.  We are asking for new unwrapped toys, and gently used coats.  Please bring them to Mrs. Gagne in the gym.  Thank you all in advance.

Any MVU middle or high school student who would like to earn $100.00 by selling Pampered Chef products can see Mrs. Gagne for a packet.

The following college will be visiting this week:
Friday, Nov. 17th -  St. Joseph's College of Maine

Attention MVU students, parents, staff, alumni and friends. Shop spirit wear it makes a great holiday gift.   You can find the Boosters link on our website under “Athletics”.  

On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.

Late Fall Crossroads/AfterHours Flyers are out!  Please see your teacher or stop by the front office, guidance office or middle school office to get your copy today.  Registrations forms are due 11/16/17.

Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.

Last day to order wreaths is November 17th.  If you would like to place an order, please see Mrs. Hakey.

Monday, November 13, 2017

Daily Announcements
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
A Day


The following colleges will be visiting this week:
Tuesday, Nov. 14th -  Castleton University
Friday, Nov. 17th -  St. Joseph's College of Maine

Attention MVU students, parents, staff, alumni and friends. Shop spirit wear it makes a great holiday gift.   You can find the Boosters link on our website under “Athletics”.  

Anyone interested in auditioning for MVU's upcoming musical, Big Fish should pick up an audition packet in front of the band room. Please sign up with your name and email address. Also please sign up for an audition time based on the character or chorus part you wish to audition for.  Auditions will be on Wednesday November 15th, chorus parts will audition from 3pm-4pm, anyone auditioning for the lead characters will need to check back on Tuesday, November 14th for their specific audition time.

Attention Middle and High School Students:  Last day to sign up for a winter sport is Friday, November 17th.  You can sign up online at www.mvuathletics.org.  Eligibility is based on first quarter grades.  Please be sure your physical is up to date in the nurse’s office.

On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.

There will be an informational meeting for those interested in joining the NHS chapter on November 14 right after school in D7.

Late Fall Crossroads/AfterHours Flyers are out!  Please see your teacher or stop by the front office, guidance office or middle school office to get your copy today.  Registrations forms are due 11/16/17.

Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.

Last day to order wreaths is November 17th.  If you would like to place an order, please see Mrs. Hakey.

Friday, November 10, 2017

Daily Announcements
Monday, November 13, 2017
B Day

Anyone interested in auditioning for MVU's upcoming musical, Big Fish should pick up an audition packet in front of the band room. Please sign up with your name and email address. Also please sign up for an audition time based on the character or chorus part you wish to audition for.  Auditions will be on Wednesday November 15th, chorus parts will audition from 3pm-4pm, anyone auditioning for the lead characters will need to check back on Tuesday, November 14th for their specific audition time.

Attention Middle and High School Students:  Last day to sign up for a winter sport is Friday, November 17th.  You can sign up online at www.mvuathletics.org.  Eligibility is based on first quarter grades.  Please be sure your physical is up to date in the nurse’s office.

On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.

Picture retakes are scheduled for Tuesday, November 14th from 7:30 am - 9:00 am in the theater with Shawn Corrow.  Please sign up with Mrs. McWilliams at the front desk.  Original pictures must be returned at the time of retakes and there is a $5.00 retake fee.

Middle School basketball practice starts today, Monday, November 13th in the MVU gym. Please visit http://www.mvuathletics.org/home for more information. Boys practice today from 3:00-4:30. Girls practice today from 4:30-6:00.

There will be an informational meeting for those interested in joining the NHS chapter on November 14 right after school in D7.

Late Fall Crossroads/AfterHours Flyers are out!  Please see your teacher or stop by the front office, guidance office or middle school office to get your copy today.  Registrations forms are due 11/16/17.

Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.

Last day to order wreaths is November 17th.  If you would like to place an order, please see Mrs. Hakey.

Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Daily Announcements
Thursday, November 9, 2017
A Day


Attention Middle and High School Students:  Last day to sign up for a winter sport is Friday, November 17th.  You can sign up online at www.mvuathletics.org.  Eligibility is based on first quarter grades.  Please be sure your physical is up to date in the nurse’s office.


Middle School basketball practice starts on Monday, November 13th in the MVU gym. Please visit http://www.mvuathletics.org/home for more information. Boys practice on Monday 3:00-4:30. Girls practice on Monday 4:30-6:00.


On November 30th, a group of MVU students will be going to Burlington to see a play that touches on LGBTQ identity, bullying, friendship, and mental health.  If you are interested in attending this play, please see Ms. Douglass in room E12 as soon as possible.  There is a limited number of tickets, and students will be included on a first-come, first-served basis.


Picture retakes are scheduled for Tuesday, November 14th from 7:30 am - 9:00 am in the theater with Shawn Corrow.  Please sign up with Mrs. McWilliams at the front desk.  Original pictures must be returned at the time of retakes and there is a $5.00 retake fee.


There will be an informational meeting for those interested in joining the NHS chapter on November 14 right after school in D7.


Annual MVU Skit Night is this Thursday and Friday.  Cost: $10 Thursday / $15 Friday.  Doors open at: 6:15 pm Thursday and 6:00 pm Friday.


A 2016/17 yearbook was taken from Mrs. Hakey’s office on November 6th.  Mrs. Hakey would appreciate it very much if you would return it to her as soon as possible.


Late Fall Crossroads/AfterHours Flyers are out!  Please see your teacher or stop by the front office, guidance office or middle school office to get your copy today.  Registrations forms are due 11/16/17.


Info is out for the annual Crossroads/Afterhours uncommon grounds coffee fundraiser and our first annual Christmas tree sale in partnership with Maple City Candy.  Check the Crossroads/Afterhours flyers for more info.


There is no school scheduled on Friday, November 10th.


Support your basketball teams by joining MVU’s Pep Band!  There will be an introductory meeting today, Thursday, November 9th in the band room from 2:45 to 3:15.  You must be able to read sheet music and have lots of energy to pump up a crowd.

Last day to order wreaths is November 17th.  If you would like to place an order, please see Mrs. Hakey.