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Dear SMS Community,
All of us here at SMS enjoyed connecting with parents this weekend during parent conferences, the golf event, and the home soccer games. I hope that the long weekend proved restful for our students, and I look forward to welcoming them back to class tomorrow morning.
In a few short weeks, we will be hosting our Winter Term Registration. Included in this newsletter is information about preparing for arrival, including quarantine and testing requirements. Please contact me if you have questions about preparing to join our community on Sunday, November 1.
Finally, as we look forward to the Thanksgiving Break, all families are reminded that travel to a red or yellow zone will require quarantine. Students visiting red or yellow zones are expected to quarantine in those zones for the entire week and provide a negative PCR test prior to joining an SMS camp or returning to school. Students who are unable to maintain quarantine over the break will need to quarantine at home for the following week. On-campus quarantine will only be provided for International students and students living more than a one-day drive from SMS. We will be providing testing on campus on Friday, November 27 to assist families with this requirement.
Thank you for your continued efforts to keep SMS safe and healthy as you plan for any upcoming travel.
In Partnership,
Holly Wendell
Assistant Head of School
802-856-1142
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COVID-19 Testing on October 13th
This week's COVID-19 testing will take place on Tuesday, October 13. We have adjusted our testing schedule to align with Tuesday's academic schedule. Please note the following new testing times for students:
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Flu Shot Clinic on October 16
Stratton Mountain School will be offering an influenza vaccine clinic for all students and staff on October 16.
The clinic is being offered in partnership with Mountain Valley Health Center and will be held on campus starting at 8:30 a.m.
Those interested in receiving the vaccine must complete and return the Flu Shot Permission Form by Monday, October 12th, either by email ([email protected]) or fax (802-297-0020).
Please note that the Mountain Valley Health Center will be billing insurance companies for the vaccine. It is important that student accounts on Bear.net have the most up to date information and a copy of your child's health insurance card. Staff will also need a copy of the front and the back of your health insurance card when signing up for the flu shot.
Please note that this is a one-day flu clinic opportunity. Should your child be unable to attend on October 16th, please plan to make your own vaccine arraignments.
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Winter Term Registration: November 1
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COVID-19 Testing
All winter term students are required to take a COVID-19 PCR test prior to their arrival on November 1.
Documentation of a negative PCR test must be submitted to Holly Wendell in the form of a PDF or screen shot by October 31.
All PCR testing must take place between October 26 and October 29. Please check your local testing site to confirm how long it will take to get your result and plan accordingly. Antigen test results will not be accepted.
Please note that receiving a negative test result does not negate the need for students to continue to quarantine or remain in green zones for the days leading up to arrival.
Students who are unable to follow this protocol will not be permitted on campus until they can complete their quarantine (if applicable) and testing.
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Quarantine
All winter term students must follow the guidelines outlined by the State of Vermont to prepare for their arrival on November 1.
Red and Yellow Zones
Students who will be in a red or yellow zone prior to arrival on November 1 must quarantine as directed by the State of Vermont. Provided that no public transportation or overnight stays are part of their travel plans, these students may quarantine in the red or yellow zone and do not need to travel to Vermont to quarantine.
Green Zones
Students who will remain in only green zones for the two weeks prior to arrival and who will be using only a personal vehicle to travel to campus with no overnight stays, do not need to quarantine prior to arrival.
Students Requiring Public Transportation
Regardless of your location for the two weeks prior to your arrival, if you need to use public transportation as part of your travel plans, you will need to quarantine in Vermont upon your arrival.
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We understand that it is a challenging year for college visits and applications. To help with the decision-making process, we have organized the following informational sessions for our student-athletes:
University of Denver: October 13th at 9:00 a.m.
St. Lawrence University: October 19th at 1:00 p.m.
Please contact Alex Lehmann if you are interested in attending either session.
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Congratulations to SMS Snowboarding student-athlete, Kaito Nakaya ‘23 for being recognized as our third Student of the Week!
“While his English is limited, his drive to understand is strong, and he listens with all of his mental energy. [...] It is inspiring to teach such a dedicated young man.”
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SMS Snowboarding student-athlete Charlotte Flowers’24 is not easily swayed by a challenge. Her can-do attitude, positive energy, and commitment to personal growth are just some of the reasons why she was selected as our latest Student of the Week.
Congratulations, Charlotte!
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Spring Drivers Education Classes |
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SMS will be offering Drivers Education this spring with Browne Driving School.
Classes will be held online on Friday evenings with driving hours scheduled on the weekends. All students must have a valid Vermont Learners Permit to participate.
Reserve your spot today by clicking the link below. Payments must be delivered to the Front Desk by the end of November to confirm registration. Please make checks payable to: Kevin Browne
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Please note that students may schedule their driving test with Browne Driving School when the class is completed. More details to follow! |
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Two Days Left to Buy Discounted Ikon Passes
Ikon Pass prices will increase by $100 on October 13th! Please purchase your pass as soon as possible to enjoy this year's discounted rates.
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Unsure of what pass will work best for you?
Contact your coach to find out which pass will be best for the 20/21 season.
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Virtual Coffee with Carson
Join us on Zoom for a virtual coffee with Head of School, Carson A. Thurber '02, on Wednesday October 14 at 9:00 am EST.
Please click here if you'd like to join us!
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Photos from the SMS Community |
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Anna Davis '21 and Charlie Gnoza '21 were recently elected Student Body President and Vice President for Stratton Mountain School.
Congratulations, Anna and Charlie!
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SMS student-athletes are enjoying many outdoor hikes and adventures this fall. Big thanks to our wonderful staff for organizing such fun weekend events! |
SMS alpine's Haven Loring '23 is using pilates to build strength and improve her lifting capacity. Go, Haven! |
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Our student-athletes won the annual Student vs Staff soccer game for the second year in a row. Congratulations! |
Gunnar Caldwell '22 and Micah Bruner '25 working hard during a bounding interval on the trails below campus.
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Congratulations to SMS Snowboarding alums Hayley Simpson ‘06 and Danny Davis ‘06 on their engagement!
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Congratulations to SMS Alpine student-athlete Harrison DiGangi '21 on winning his third individual golf title during the 2020 Vermont boy's golf state championships!
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SMS Snowboard Alumni and Red Bull athlete, Zeb Powell '19 made the news again this week thanks to his dedication to charitable causes.
“I got involved with The Big Rob Fund through my coach at Stratton Mountain School, Ross Powers. The Big Rob fund stands for helping talented riders with the potential to make it in the industry, but not the funds."
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Upcoming Hikes with Carson and Katy |
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Hildene Bonus Hike
On Friday, October 16, we will have a bonus Hike with Carson & Katy at Hildene - the former home of Robert Todd Lincoln- located in Manchester.
Per Hildene's COVID protocols, we are limited to a group of 20 so please register here.
If we have more than 20 people interested, we will schedule a 2nd tour date.
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Winter Ball Volunteers Needed
Planning is underway for the SMS Winter Ball 2021, and we need your help! The Winter Ball is the school's largest fundraiser. Proceeds from the event benefit the SMS Scholarship Fund.
Areas where we need immediate assistance include ad sales and silent auction procurement/marketing.
If you have some time to spare or want to learn more, please contact
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#merchlife
Running low on masks? Need a new hoodie? Sounds like it is time to snag some sweet SMS merch.
Buy yours today through Stratton Mountain School's online store! As always, a portion of the proceeds benefits the SMS Annual Fund.
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School Calendar
October 2020
13: Classes Resume, 8:15 a.m.
14: PSAT; 11th Grade
16: Flu Shot Clinic
28: PSAT; 10th Grade
30: Quarter I Ends
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