Region One School District

Congratulations to Pete Vermilyea, history teacher at HVRHS, for being named a finalist in the "2006 Preserve America" competition. "Preserve America" is a White House initiative that encourages and supports community efforts to preserve America's cultural and natural heritage.The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History sponsors the award. Founded in 1994, the institute promotes the study of love of American history.

Congratulations to the Housatonic Musical Theatre Society on their outstanding production, "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying". Under the directionof Michael Berkeley and Lori Belter, our students showcased to the community their professionalism and theatrical talent in this great musical. Much appreciation goes to Karen Lindquist and the Neilson team as the stage and sets were fantastic. To Barbara Yohe, volunteer coordinator, and all of the individual volunteeers, a big thank you. The Housy students' performance in the entire production was truly outstanding where the audience couldn't help thinking they were sitting in a Broadway theatre. All of this could not have happened without the commitment and dedication of the parents who endured long rehearsals with great patience and support. They were wonderful. Congratulations and kudos to everyone who participated in big ways and small in this wonderful event.