What if school felt more like a place of joy and purpose—rather than pressure and stress? In Vermont, many educators are trying to answer that question by transforming the way learning feels. From creative projects and student-led learning to stronger relationships and community partnerships, something refreshing is happening in classrooms across the state. Vermont is … Read more

In a world where bigger often means better, Vermont’s small schools are flipping the script. Nestled in rural towns, mountain valleys, and tight-knit communities, these schools may not have large student bodies or massive budgets—but they’re leading the way in innovation, connection, and impact. From personalized learning to climate action, Vermont’s small schools are doing … Read more

What if school wasn’t just about memorizing facts or taking tests? What if learning could be joyful, personalized, and deeply connected to the real world? In Vermont, that’s not just a dream—it’s happening right now. All across the state, educators, families, and students are working together to change how we think about school. The goal? … 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