School news
WUHS artists featured in Vermont's 250th anniversary exhibition
Eight WUHS artists are currently showing their work in Unfinished Revolutions, the Vermont 250th Art Exhibition on display at the State House Cafeteria Gallery in Montpelier. We're proud to have so many of our students represented in this statewide celebration of Vermont art.
Our artists: Calvin Lehouiller, Charleigh Parker, Matilda Richardson, Broder White, Agnes Kardashian, Adelle Danilchick, Zara Paczkowski, and Daxton Redmond.
The exhibit is free and open to the public weekdays from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. through March 27.
Up to three works will be selected by the Vermont State Curator for permanent inclusion in the Vermont State Art Collection — a remarkable honor for any young artist. Selections will be announced at the Closing Reception on March 26, 3:30–5:30 p.m. Come see our students’ work on display at the State House.
My unfinished revolution focuses on the ongoing challenge of retaining people in Vermont, especially young adults who have their entire futures ahead of them. Many young people are leaving Vermont in search of better opportunities elsewhere. This issue matters deeply to my generation because choosing to stay can help strengthen Vermont’s declining workforce and support essential public services such as schools and healthcare both of which are vital to the well-being of our communities. This piece serves as a call to action, encouraging younger generations in Vermont to invest their futures in the state rather than looking elsewhere.
I chose to express my vision through strong visual symbolism. The image of a car driving away past a “Leaving Vermont” sign represents the growing number of residents moving out of the state. The car has a Vermont license plate to emphasize that the driver is a lifelong Vermonter, and a University of Vermont sticker to show that they pursued higher education in-state. In the distance, a city skyline symbolizes their destination and the promise of “better opportunities.”
- Tilly Richardson
“My unfinished revolution is about the ongoing decline of Vermont’s moose population. Shorter winters have allowed winter tick numbers to rise, especially in areas with high moose density. A single moose can carry up to 90,000 ticks, leading to severe illness and often death. This crisis matters because moose are an essential part of Vermont’s ecosystem. If left unchecked, tick populations will continue to grow, and Vermont will continue to lose its moose.”
- Agnes Kardashian
“My unfinished revolution focuses on mental health in Vermont. Teens in particular have been increasingly affected by mental health struggles, leading to rising rates of depression and suicide.
My artwork portrays how overwhelming it can feel to face your own mind. It shows how small and helpless these struggles can make a person feel - as if there is no escape. I used dark tones and a shadowed theme to create a mood that reflects depression and emotional weight. The large, dark figure in the center symbolizes the power of the mind and how massive an obstacle it can become at times.
I hope my audience feels the heavy, ominous atmosphere of the piece. I want viewers to gain a sense of what it is like for those who battle mental health challenges in silence. That idea of struggling unseen is why I chose to title my work Shadows.”
— Calvin Lehouiller
WUHS Greenhouse Plant Sale — May 7–29
The Woodstock Union High School greenhouse is open for its spring plant sale, and it's a good one this year.
Students grow most of the plants themselves from seed, with a focus on open-pollinated, organic, and heirloom varieties of vegetables, herbs, and flowers. A selection of harder-to-start plants is sourced from a neonicotinoid-free nursery. This year, many plants will be available in soil blocks — no plastic pots, no waste. See the CRAFT website for a list of the many plant options that will be available.
Hours:
Mondays – Tuesdays: 9am–2pm
Wednesdays: Closed
Thursdays: 2pm–5pm (Opening day, May 7, runs 9am–5pm)
Fridays: 9am–2pm
Where to find us: 100 Amsden Way, Woodstock. Drive around to the right side of the school and park near the bus barn and football field. The sale is in the large greenhouse.
All proceeds go directly to the WUHS/MS Agriculture Department, supporting the greenhouse, gardens, and the hands-on learning that happens there — from growing food to thinking about systems, stewardship, and sustainability.
A few things to bring with you:
Cash or a check made out to WUHS (write "greenhouse" in the memo line)
Boxes for transporting your plants home
Old takeout containers if you're picking up soil block plants
Come find your tomatoes, support some great student work, and get your garden started right.
Happy Spring!
Abbie Castriotta (Greenhouse/Garden Manager)
Middle school students and teachers enjoy Winter Carnival
On March 5th, middle schoolers traded class for an afternoon at the annual Winter Carnival. The Spirit Club kicked things off with an assembly full of games and raffles, then students and teachers spread out across activities — ice skating, ping pong, Bingo, bracelet making, Just Dance, a movie, and more. The day wrapped up with cookies and cocoa outside as a whole middle school.
Students loved having the freedom to move between activities at their own pace — a detail that came up more than once. A well-earned thanks to the School Spirit Club for pulling it all together.
YOH Players bring “Treasure Island” to life
More than 40 students performed and produced the Yoh Theatre's production of Treasure Island across three performances on March 6–8. Jay Allen '28 played the lead, Jim Hawkins, joined by Mimi Kanda-Olmstead '26 as Billy Bones, Sam Hauze '26 as Long John Silver, Tee Miller ‘26 as Smollet, and Quinn Eckler '26 as Israel Hands. Lia Gugliotta '26 led the design of the set, which including an ambitious ship stern that jutted out into the house. Photos from the performance are available on the Yoh Theatre website. Congratulations to the performers and theatre director Marcia Bender! And thank you to everyone who came out to support our talented players!
Library news
There will be an informational session about Teen Lit Mob on Tuesday, March 10 for students interested in participating in the book festival for teens that will happen at WUHSMS on April 10, 2026. Students interested in participating in the all day event and/or volunteering to help should attend the meeting on Tuesday, March 10 in the library during both ARE times. Ms. Piccoli and the students on the Steering Committee will explain what to expect and how to sign up. If you can't make the meeting, please stop by the library and see Ms. Piccoli.
