In today’s fast-changing world, students need more than just textbooks and exams to succeed. They need real-life skills, critical thinking, and the ability to solve problems. Vermont schools understand this need and are changing how they teach. From climate change to new job skills, Vermont is helping students become ready for the future. Let’s look … Read more
In Vermont, something exciting is happening in schools. Teachers are stepping outside the classroom and bringing the real world into their lessons. This is called community learning — and it’s changing how students learn and grow. Community learning connects students with local people, places, and projects. Instead of just learning from books, students learn by … 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
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
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
Imagine a school where your final grade isn’t the most important thing. Where learning is measured not just in test scores but in creativity, kindness, teamwork, and real-world problem solving. Sounds impossible? Not in Vermont. All across the Green Mountain State, educators, students, and communities are asking a bold question: What if school focused on … Read more
In Vermont and across the country, a new generation of young people is stepping up—not just as learners, but as leaders. Whether they’re planting trees, organizing climate strikes, or speaking out for equity, today’s students are showing us what it means to care deeply and act boldly. This movement is not just inspiring—it’s transforming schools … Read more
Across Vermont, something powerful is happening in classrooms. It’s not about memorizing facts for a test or rushing through worksheets. It’s about real learning—learning that connects students to their communities, the environment, and to one another. And more importantly, it’s leading to real change. Educators, students, and communities in Vermont are coming together to rethink … Read more
Imagine a classroom where students talk about climate change, homelessness, and social justice—not just as abstract topics, but as problems they can help solve. In Vermont and beyond, more educators are creating learning spaces that care deeply about the world we live in. This kind of classroom goes beyond textbooks and grades. It invites students … Read more
In a perfect world, every student would feel safe, valued, and supported at school. But in reality, that’s not always the case. Across the country, students face unequal opportunities—based on where they live, how much money their family makes, what they look like, or whether they learn differently. This is why fairness in schools—also called … Read more