Many students decided to take a leave of absence during the pandemic and are now graduating later than scheduled.
Douglas suit against college ‘cancel culture’ proceeds
Douglas said Middlebury College got it wrong and succumbed to “cancel culture” conduct.
Covid vax not required for public schools, UVM
Students in Vermont public schools at the University of Vermont will not need a Covid-19 vaccination as a prerequisite for enrollment.
Home study bill would reduce parents’ taxes
A bill in the Vermont House would allow families to more affordably consider a homeschool path for their child.
Campaign for Vermont analyzes pros, cons of independent school tuition bill
The Legislature’s response to a U.S. Supreme Court decision restricts admissions policies, adds reporting requirements on all Vermont independent schools (secular and religious), restricts out of state options for students in choice districts, and places a moratorium on the approval of new independent schools.
Race-based affinity groups out: Shelburne school gives into threatened lawsuit
Although one school district has removed racial barriers from affinity groups following a lawsuit, the State of Vermont continues to promote race-based affinity groups.
Dunlap: New Vermont law makes homeschooling easier
Homeschooling in Vermont has trended steadily upward since the 80’s. It is the only form of education that has not lost numbers over the years as parents look at issues in the institutional settings.
Schools damaged by flood
The Brookhaven Treatment and Learning Center in Chelsea lost their entire gymnasium and more.
Woodstock coach fights back over firing for male-female athlete statements
The day after the founder of the highly successful Woodstock High snowboarding team expressed his opinion about male athletes’ physical advantages, he was called into the superintendent’s office and fired.
BREAKING: Biden admin announces plan to wipe out $39 billion in student debt
Stymied by the Supreme Court, the Biden administration announced a reduced plan to wipe out federal student debt for “only” 804,000 borrowers.