June 2020
Dear Friends,

The 2019-2020 school year is now complete, and what a year it has been! We have been through so much together. The VDS community has been supportive and resilient through it all. We feel lucky to have been able to celebrate the inaugural 8th grade graduation in person. Please take a moment to click on the link to hear the graduates' speeches. It is inspiring to hear our graduates talk about what VDS education has meant to them and how they feel it has prepared them for the future. While this past year may have brought unprecedented challenges, we have so much to celebrate and to look forward to. We have a bright new school building that is almost complete and can't wait to welcome both new and returning families to school in the Fall, including the youngest members of our school- the first VDS pre-school class!

Wishing you and your family a safe, adventurous and joyful summer,

 Sage
Building Update!
The building is coming along and some finishes are starting to appear. The classrooms are light and airy. We have lighting, an elevator, and bathroom tiles!

We are slated to be finished construction by the end of July, which means we will be busy in August moving in! We look forward to welcoming everyone in person and celebrating the new space this Fall!
8th Grade Grads!

On Thursday, June 11, Vermont Day School made history by graduating its inaugural class of 8th graders. Held outside at All Soul’s Interfaith Gathering in Shelburne, graduates and their parents were joined by Head of School, Sage Bagnato, Board Chair, Ed Wilkens, and their Middle School teachers.

Students prepared speeches reflecting on their experience at Vermont Day school. Common themes included friendships, academic preparedness, and a welcoming community.

“VDS welcomed me with open arms and made me feel at home”

“VDS has shown me to be kind, respectful, and caring to others.”

“I’m more prepared for high school than I ever thought I could be.”

Congratulations to the VDS Class of 2020!

Pre-K Classroom coming to VDS!

Spread the word! Vermont Day School plans to add one Pre-Kindergarten classroom to open at the beginning of the 2020-2021 school year.

Part of the strategic growth of the school, VDS seeks to provide a high quality Pre-K education that is based on the principles of child development and the mission of Vermont Day School.

For this school year, the program will be full school day, with full week and limited partial week spots available.

To inquire about enrollment, add your name to the interest list, and to receive application details when they become available, please contact  Faith James, Director of Admissions or click here for more information.
Let's Come Together....Support VDS Families
The current crisis is impacting those we care about most. Both current and prospective Vermont Day School families are facing financial uncertainty.  We need to do all that we can to ensure that these unsettling times do not hinder a child’s opportunity to experience education at our school. 

To support our families,  we are reopening our financial aid process and accepting new applications on a rolling basis. We need your help to meet these needs. 

Please consider giving to the Vermont Day School Financial Aid Fund.
Vermont Day School is a nonprofit 501(c)3. Our mission is to foster the skills, knowledge, personal attributes and work habits that enable children to thrive effectively, meaningfully and joyously in the world of today and tomorrow. Our goal is to keep tuition reasonable and provide financial aid so that all children can attend Vermont Day School. We rely on the generosity of donors to fulfill our mission. Thank you for your support.
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