In Vermont, schools are doing something exciting. They’re giving students more chances to explore science, technology, engineering, and math—also known as STEM. From small towns to larger cities, students are using robots, coding games, and hands-on experiments to learn in …
Education is evolving—but not always in ways parents or students hear about. Beneath the surface of traditional classrooms lies a powerful method that’s reshaping how kids learn: student-centered learning. While some forward-thinking schools are adopting it, many still cling to …
Can one small state make a big difference in how kids learn to read? Vermont might be showing the way. Its new literacy program is helping young students improve their reading skills faster than ever. While many states struggle with …
Teaching is never easy. But in small towns, it often comes with extra challenges—limited resources, long hours, and sometimes, low pay. So why do so many teachers choose to stay in these rural schools? It’s not just about the job. …
When we hear the word “equal,” it sounds like a good thing. Everyone gets the same, right? That feels fair. But in the world of education—especially in Vermont—equal doesn’t always mean fair. In Vermont’s schools, this idea is at the …
At many schools, mental health is treated like an extra—something that gets a special week, a poster in the hallway, or a once-a-year assembly. But in some forward-thinking schools, mental health isn’t just a program. It’s part of the culture. …
Education in Vermont has come a long way. From tiny one-room schoolhouses nestled in the Green Mountains to today’s virtual classrooms powered by the internet, the state’s journey in educational technology—or EdTech—has been quite the transformation. While Vermont may be …
Imagine a classroom where students don’t move ahead just because it’s time — but because they’ve truly mastered the material. That’s the promise of competency-based education (CBE). Instead of following a rigid calendar, this model allows students to advance at …
When most people hear the phrase learning through play, they imagine preschoolers stacking blocks or building make-believe castles. But what if play could do more than entertain toddlers? What if it could help middle schoolers grasp math or high schoolers …
In today’s fast-paced world, attention spans are shrinking while the demand for knowledge is growing. Traditional classroom models are struggling to keep up. Enter microlearning techniques — a modern solution that’s helping students learn smarter, not harder. Microlearning is transforming …
