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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

VELS are required under Act 166 Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) and approved for Rule Series 2600 and Education Quality Standards (EQS). Explore the VELS website and resources above. Questions? Please contact AOE.UPK@vermont.gov

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

The Agency is pleased to announce the launch of the new Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS) website, a comprehensive resource highlighting the value of learning standards from birth to grade 3. vels.education.vermont.gov

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Vermont Early Learning Standards Home Page | Early Learning Standards

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Building the best education system in America starts with coming together as a state to acknowledge our challenges and tackle them collectively—not by calling each other names. We encourage Vermonters to read the op-ed and consider Secretary Saunders' argument—in her own words.

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OPINION — It’s not all about taxes

Education transformation is about building the best education system in the U.S.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Last night, VTDigger published an op-ed by Vermont Secretary of Education Zoie Saunders under a headline generated by VTDigger that was misleading, divisive, and insulting to Vermonters. In the interest of informed debate, we appreciate that VTDigger has owned the mistake and retracted the headline.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

This includes the Agency of Education, where promoting safe and healthy schools is a core priority. A positive school climate where students feel a sense of belonging is critical to the success and well-being of our students.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Vermonters stand together, and that means we stand with the Somali community in Vermont. As highlighted in Governor Phil Scott's remarks on December 3, Vermont continues to embrace those seeking safety and a new beginning.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Hate has no home in Vermont. In light of disparaging and hateful remarks directed towards the Winooski School District, the AOE reaffirms its commitment to prioritizing inclusion for all who call Vermont home, including New Americans, immigrants, and refugees.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Yesterday the Agency hosted a Strategic Planning Retreat in Killington, Vermont with over 250 education partners from across the state. Thank you to everyone who shared their time and expertise to make it a great day! For more information visit education.vermont.gov/strategic-pl...

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

The Vermont Agency of Education announced today that Linda Alvarez, of Windham Regional Career Center in Brattleboro, is the 2026 Vermont Teacher of the Year. education.vermont.gov/press-releas...

Linda Alvarez and Secretary Saunders posing for a photo.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

A new school year is almost here! Vermont Secretary of Education Zoie Saunders sat down with NBC5’s Lauren Granada last week to talk back-to-school and discuss important topics in public education. www.mynbc5.com/article/in-d...

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In Depth: preparing for a new school year facing potential new challenges and changes

Hear from the Secretary of Vermont's Agency of Education as they prepare for a new academic year

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

For more information: aoa.vermont.gov/school-distr...

Sculpture of children and adults holding hands at a Vermont school.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

The Agency of Education is prepared to provide any necessary data, support, and input to the Task Force as they engage in one of the critical first steps of a three-year runway to building a more equitable, fair, and sustainable education system.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Today, the Task Force met to elect co-chairs, discuss priorities, explore a mapping tool, hear from the public, and chart next steps.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

The General Assembly is scheduled to vote on a proposal in 2026, and the new school districts are scheduled to go into operation for the 2028-2029 school year.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Under Act 73, which was signed into law last month, the Task Force was created to propose up to three new school district maps in which districts enroll 4,000-8,000 students (meaning roughly 10-20 school districts statewide).

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Earlier today, Vermont took a major step towards education transformation with the inaugural meeting of the School District Redistricting Task Force.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

On Monday evening, the U.S. Dept. of Education alerted the VT Agency of Education of a decision by the Trump administration to withhold $26M in congressionally approved funding for VT public schools. The Agency has issued the following statement in response.

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Vermont Agency of Education Responds to Trump Administration Withholding Federal Funding | Agency of Education

For Immediate Release Contact: aoe.publicinformation@vermont.gov

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

The AOE has contracted with SHAPE America to provide 3 trainings to PE educators in VT. The full-day sessions include: August 13, at Randolph Union High School August 14, at Manchester Elementary Middle School August 15, at Missisquoi Valley Union Middle and High School More info at the link.

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PE Standards Summer Trainings Announced | Agency of Education

The Vermont Agency of Education, in support of implementation of the recently adopted

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

The AOE will be providing trainings on the new Educator Licensing System, VLSE, on July 15. These sessions will be held over Zoom. There is a training for district users at 1 p.m. and one for general users at 3 p.m. More information and links for attending these Zoom sessions are at the link.

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New Educator Licensing System Trainings Announced | Agency of Education

The Vermont Agency of Education and Level Data will be providing trainings on the new Educator Licensing System, VLSE, on July 15. These sessions will be held over Zoom. There is a training for distri...

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

The AOE announces the return of the Summer Food Service Program, providing free meals to Vermont children via a series of meal sites throughout the state this summer. All sites are open to all children, 18 and under. Info on where to find sites and more at the link.

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Summer Food Service Program Returns for 2025 | Agency of Education

The Agency of Education has announced the return of the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), which provides free meals to Vermont children (18 and under) via a series of meal sites throughout the state...

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

As the school year comes to a close, Vermont Secretary of Education, Zoie Saunders, recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of students, educators, and school communities in 2024-2025.

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2025 Year-End Message From Secretary Saunders

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

The ABL National Summit is an event that empowers educators w/ strategies to enhance student engagement, boost academic performance, and reduce behavioral challenges. Attendees receive 18 hrs of PD. The event will be held at Champlain Elementary in Burlington July 15-17. Reg. form at the link.

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Action Based Learning Summit 2025

ABL Online Academy offers highly engaging & action packed online courses for educators at all levels. Action Based Learning supports a whole child approach to improving the health, wellness, and educa...

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Help us protect Vermont students from harassment, hazing and bullying. The AOE is seeking public input on some draft policy language. Together, we can provide every student in Vermont with a safe and supportive school environment in which all members of the school community are treated with respect.

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Seeking Public Input: Policy Draft for the Prevention of the Harassment, Hazing, and Bullying of Students | Agency of Education

A revised DRAFT Model Harassment, Hazing, and Bullying Prevention Policy and Procedures is now available for feedback.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

VT high school students! UVM is hosting the 20th Stem Cells, Cell Therapies, and Bioengineering in Lung Biology and Diseases Conference in July. Along with the VT Academy of Science & Engineering, UVM is inviting up to 25 VT high school students to participate, at no cost to them!

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20th Anniversary Stem Cells, Cell Therapies, and Bioengineering in Lung Biology and Diseases | The University of Vermont

Hosted by the University of Vermont

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

It's Teacher Appreciation Day! VT Teacher of the Year, Caitlin MacLeod-Bluver, chatted with the AOE about the critical work teachers do in our communities every day and how important it is to acknowledge that work. Thank a teacher today!

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Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5-9!

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

The Governor’s Office is seeking a student rep. for the VT State Board of Education. This appointment will be for a 2-year term (1st year as a non-voting member and the 2nd year as a voting member). Rising sophomores and juniors are encouraged to apply. Application deadline is Monday, April 28.

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Open Application for Student Member on State Board of Education | Agency of Education

The Governor’s Office is seeking a student representative for the State Board of Education.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Check out this conference for teachers who write! Presented by The VT Council of Teachers of English & Language Arts, in partnership with the Ruth Stone House. Facilitated by VT Poet Laureate, Bianca Stone, and poet and scholar, Ben Pease.

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Teachers Who Write Conference - RSH Classroom

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The Vermont Historical Society @vermonthistory.org · 05/04/2025

Congratulations to all of our winners and participants of this year’s Vermont History Day! This was our biggest year ever with 350 students taking part! We were thrilled at your papers, performances, websites, exhibits, and all of the work and excitement you brought with you!

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Congratulations to Jill Briggs Campbell on being named Deputy Secretary of Education by Governor Scott yesterday! education.vermont.gov/news/jill-br...

Jill Briggs Campbell speaks at the Vermont Agency of Education as Vermont Secretary of Education, Zoie Saunders, looks on.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

The 5th annual International Social Emotional Learning Day is March 3! #SELday & SEL Week are an opportunity to spread the word about the importance and impact of social emotional learning. Explore the resources available on the AOE's Social Emotional Learning and Mental Health Well Being web page.

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Celebrate National Social Emotional Learning Day! | Agency of Education

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

The National Coalition for Arts Standards (NCAS) is doing its 1st major review of arts standards in dance, media arts, music, theatre, and visual arts in over a decade. Your expertise can help shape the future of arts education. More info & a link to the survey (due May 16) below.

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NCAS Announces Review of National Arts Standards | Agency of Education

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

The Vermont Urban & Community Forestry Program is calling VT students in grades K-8 to enter the 2025 Growing Works of Art Contest. Entries must be received by March 15. Winners receive a Vermont State Parks season punch pass and will be featured on WCAX’s “Across the Fence” TV show.

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Growing Works of Art Contest | Vermont Urban & Community Forestry Program

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

AOE State Director of CTE, Ruth Durkee, is one of two recipients of the prestigious Heart and Hope Award, presented by the National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity. Congratulations Ruth! education.vermont.gov/news/aoes-ru...

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Last week a number of impressive VT high school seniors were honored at a ceremony at the statehouse for having been recognized as Presidential Scholars. AOE staff was there with a camera. See the video, below, and congratulations again to all the awardees!

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2025 Vermont Presidential Scholars Ceremony

YouTube video by Vermont Agency of Education

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Education Week is featuring ANOTHER video (2nd one inside of a week) about how Vergennes Elementary PE teacher (and 2023 Vermont Teacher of the Year), Robyn Newton, combines physical movement and academics in the school, and offers advice on how others might do something similar.

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Teachers, Try This: Combine Movement and Academics in the Classroom

A P.E. teacher shares some ideas for incorporating movement into the classroom for greater student engagement and more effective lessons.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

The Vermont Dept. of Health has created this reference guide for school nurses and administrators regarding increased risks of norovirus outbreaks in VT schools. (PDF link): www.healthvermont.gov/sites/defaul...

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Heritage Winooski Mill Museum @winooskimillmuseum.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

It was a pleasure hosting students from BTV City & Lake Semester this past Monday. Students learned about the historically unsafe working conditions at textile mills and shared their personal experience with labor regulations. We also talked about current child labor issues around the globe.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Former Vermont Teacher of the Year, Robyn Newton, was featured in a video by Education Week, showing how she helps integrate movement into learning at Vergennes Elementary School.

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This School Keeps Kids Moving All Day. See How It Works

Inside a school where movement is woven into academics throughout the day.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Learn more on the AOE website, including a link to a list of all the Scholars. education.vermont.gov/news/vermont...

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Vermont Agency of Education Recognizes 2025 Presidential Scholars | Agency of Education

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Congratulations to all of the 2025 Presidential Scholars! These outstanding high school seniors are recognized in 3 categories: general, arts, and career technical education. The students were recognized at an event at the statehouse last night.

The 2025 Vermont Presidential Scholars pose for a group photo in the House Chamber of the VT Statehouse on January 27, 2025.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 27/01/2025

Last week, Gov. Phil Scott’s administration unveiled a plan to overhaul public education in Vermont. The state's education funding system is notoriously complicated. Vermont Public education reporter Lola Duffort breaks down how it works:

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How does Vermont pay for schools? A video explainer and glossary of terms

Education finance is notoriously complicated and full of weird jargon. We hope this helps.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Congratulations to Winooski High School English and History teacher, Caitlin Macleod-Bluver, who has been named 2025's Vermont Teacher of the Year! education.vermont.gov/news/vermont...

Vermont Teacher of the Year, Caitlin Macleod-Bluver, smiles while teaching a class.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Congratulations to six outstanding Vermont STEM teachers who are recipients of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching! These remarkable educators will each also receive a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation.

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Six Vermont Teachers Named Recipients of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching | Agency of Education

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

@vermontpublic.bsky.social and @npr.org are hosting the 2025 Student Podcast Challenge. Students in grades 4-12 can make a 3-8 minute podcast about any subject that interests them. 3 grand prize winners will be selected from across the USA. The contest closes May 2, so start podcasting!

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Calling all students! NPR's Student Podcast Challenge returns for 2025

For its seventh year, our national podcasting competition will invite students from all around the country, in grades four through 12, to bring us their best audio stories.

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Vermont Agency of Education @vteducation.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

This week the AOE released the summary report from its months-long Listen and Learn Tour, where the Agency traveled all over Vermont and heard from over 1,000 VTers about the strengths and challenges facing VT's educational system. See the full report here: education.vermont.gov/news/aoe-rel...

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Vermont Agency of Education Listen and Learn Tour Report Overview

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