The last video in our series provides an opportunity to learn about the Rowland Fellowship and district goals to improve the student experience.

Spaulding High School will participate in the Winooski Valley Region & Statewide Public School Choice Collaborative for the 2026-2027 school year.  Through this program, students may apply to a high school outside their school district at no cost.   

Applications can be picked up at the Spaulding High School Counseling Office or by calling/emailing Lora Gaudreault at 802-476-4811 ext. 1123 or lgaudshs@buusd.org. Completed applications must be returned to Lora no later than Noon, Thursday, February 26, 2026 (hand-delivered or sent electronically to lgaudshs@buusd.org). 

The lottery results will be mailed to students by April 1. You will need to confirm whether your student will accept or decline the placement by April 15. If you do not confirm by this date, your slot may be given to another student if the school has a waiting list. Parents are responsible for providing transportation for their students if they are chosen.

School Lottery Information:  http://education.vermont.gov/vermont-schools/school-operations/public-schools/public-high-school-choice

In this video, some of the BUUSD's administrators discuss important progress that has been made within the district.

In this video, students from the BUUSD share their favorite subjects and what they've learned so far this year.

This video includes insight from several of our teachers across the district.

Please enjoy the first in a series of videos highlighting some of the wonderful things that are going on in our schools, in our classrooms, and in our community.

This fall, the Barre Town Middle School community participated in its 7th annual Rock, Paper, Scissors Challenge. This challenge is designed so that the last four participants represent their grade level from grades 5 to 8.

Barre Town Middle School 7th and 8th graders performed a Spring Concert on May 29, 2025.

Barre Town Middle School 5th and 6th graders performed a Spring Concert on May 28, 2025.

Stacy Emerson, NNE General Manager of Vermont & New Hampshire Student Transportation of America (STA) shares an update on why the two electric buses previously parked in front of BTMES have been removed.

The Barre Unified Union School District Board is pleased to announce that Superintendent JoAn Canning has been reappointed for the 2025-2026 school year, with an option for contract renewal in January 2026. Please join us in celebrating this continued partnership!

Click here for the full press release.

Barre Town Middle School 5th and 6th graders performed a Winter Concert on January 16, 2025.

Barre Town Middle School 7th and 8th graders performed a Winter Concert on December 19, 2024.

On November 15, BTMES Middle School Drama Club put on a Skit Night to raise funds for their spring show. What a splendid evening!

We have had a wonderful Teacher/Staff Appreciation week! Our school board has supported and sponsored Appreciation Breakfasts all week at each of our schools, and it was a terrific opportunity for many of our board members to connect with the people who work with our students every day. These breakfasts were well attended and greatly appreciated by all!

As I was enjoying breakfast on Wednesday morning at BTMES with a group of teachers, I got to join a wonderful conversation with 7th grade teacher Darby Heibert and some of her colleagues about Edgar Allen Poe and how she is introducing his works to her students.  BUUSD Director of Curriculum Karen Fredericks joined Darby and her students yesterday to see what's going on, and you can see here how incredibly engaging and fun this work has been after hearing from her and her students!

This work is typical of what is happening in all of our schools. We have much to be proud of!

With this pride in mind, I want to remind the community that our FY25 Budget Revote is next Tuesday, May 14. Everything you need to know about the budget, from the basics to deep details, can be found on our website here: BUUSD Budget Page

We think the link to Frequently Asked Questions is particularly helpful! Please remember to cast your ballot and spread the word to your friends and neighbors to remind them to do the same!

Have a great weekend, and Happy Spring!