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Young people are stepping up in big ways to protect the planet. From planting trees to speaking at global events, students are using what they learn in school to fight climate change and make their voices heard. Across Vermont — and around the world — students are turning lessons into action. Let’s explore how they … Read more

School should be more than just reading books and taking tests. Today’s world is changing fast, and students need to be ready for it. That means learning should be fun, fair for everyone, and help students get ready for the future. In this article, we’ll look at 10 smart ways schools can make learning better … Read more

When you hear the words “just and joyful education,” what comes to mind? It might sound like a dream — a place where school is fair, fun, and helps every student feel included and excited to learn. In Vermont, this dream is becoming real. Schools across the state are working to make education both just … Read more

Today’s students aren’t just learning about the world — they’re changing it. In Vermont, young people are stepping up to tackle real problems, help their communities, and build a better future. From environmental projects to mental health awareness, Vermont students are proving that age doesn’t matter when it comes to making a difference. Their work … Read more

Learning doesn’t just happen inside classrooms. It also happens in parks, museums, farms, libraries, and town centers. In Vermont and other parts of the world, more schools are realizing that local communities can be powerful learning spaces. By bringing students out into their towns — and bringing local experts into the schools — communities are … Read more

Today’s students aren’t just sitting in classrooms — they’re helping to shape what those classrooms look like. In Vermont, more and more young people are speaking up and playing a real role in changing education. From student councils to climate rallies, Vermont youth are sharing their ideas and opinions on how to make schools more … Read more

Sustainability means taking care of the Earth so that future generations can live happy, healthy lives. Schools are perfect places to start building habits that protect our planet. In Vermont and across the world, students and teachers are finding easy and meaningful ways to make school life more eco-friendly. You don’t need a big budget … Read more

Today’s students don’t just want to sit in classrooms and take tests — they want to make a real difference. In Vermont, schools are giving students the chance to learn with purpose by working on real-world projects that help their communities, the environment, and even the world. These five student-led projects are helping young people … Read more