Champlain Valley Story Sharks come to Charlotte Central School

On May 8, the Charlotte Central School K–4 students were treated to a performance by the Story Sharks, a traveling children’s theatre and literacy group made up of Champlain Valley Union student actors and directors. Their mission is to cultivate a lifelong love of learning by amplifying young people’s voices and celebrating their stories and identities.

Inspired by sharks, ancient creatures known for their timeless presence, Story Sharks sees storytelling as a universal part of being human. Through song, skit, rap and dance, the group brought Charlotte Central School student writing to life in a 45-minute show that was both joyful and deeply affirming.

The students submitted original writing of all kinds, from short stories to “how-to” essays, and the Story Sharks cast selected a range of pieces to adapt. 

A huge round of applause to the featured student authors, whose creativity and courage lit up the stage:

Ethan Dix – “Akai the Fire Dragon”
Viˆna Kremenstova – “When I Was a Baby”
Piper Finley – “How to Make Pasta Salad”
Mav Dunbar – “Gorilla With a Pickle”
Nora Woolsey – “Ollie Octopus”
Conor Landry – “The Bad-Mad Spider”
Imani Gelinas – “The Cop Story”
Johnny Slater & Ben Ringler – “The Story of Bob and Jeff”

Each author was honored at the end of the show with a high five, a certificate and thunderous applause from their peers. It was a celebration not just of writing, but of voice, identity and imagination.

Thanks to Champlain Valley Union English teacher and theatre advisor Henry Lang, the visionary behind Story Sharks, the talented CVU students, the deft Charlotte Central School writers and librarian and assembly organizer, Heidi Huestis, who all worked together to make the magic happen.

Recycling to honor eighth graders

The Charlotte Central School Student Council, in collaboration with the Sustainability Committee, has been working across the school for almost a year to collect 1,000 pounds of plastic for recycling as part of the Nextrex program. When they have collected 1,000 pounds, they will have earned a bench for the school yard. This bench will be dedicated to the class of 2025, the current eighth graders.

The final day for collecting plastic is May 15. The students want to thank everyone who has helped the school reach the goal, and they want to encourage people to keep recycling plastic. Plastic may be dropped off at the Charlotte Library or many of the local grocery stores.

Spring Fun Run

The Charlotte Central School Spring Fun Run and potluck is Tuesday, June 3. This is one of the biggest school community events and fundraisers of the year.

Event timeline
Fun Run 5:15 p.m.
Potluck 5:30 p.m.
Raffle 6:30 p.m.

The optional Fun Run is intended for all ages and skill levels. And there will be many opportunities to cheer.

New this year: Because of support of the corporate sponsors, each student will receive a shirt specific to their grade color. More details to follow. 

Register (optional) and collect Fun Run pledges. Students may register through Pledgestar and ask friends or family to make donations on their behalf. Runners do not need to register to participate in the run.

Basket raffle details went out to each class earlier this month. Please visit the PTO website for a listing of the basket themes by class. 

Basket donations are optional and do not need to be expensive. If it is easier to donate money, include it in a sealed envelope and provide it to the classroom teacher or Venmo Julia Schofield. 

If there are any questions, reach out to Schofield.