education TOWN HALLS

Right now education funding and reform is a huge topic in Montpelier and could have real impacts on our schools and our pocketbooks. Education Town Halls are happening in Barre, Bethel, and Hardwick School Workers, students, community members, board members, and administrators, are coming together to...

• Learn about the proposed Scott/Saunders education reform plan

• Ask questions and share feedback about the education proposal

• Explore an alternative education funding proposal from the Public Assets Institute

• Help chart an equitable and sustainable future for our schools!

Central Vermont Town Hall - Tuesday, March 18th 5:30-7:00pm at Barre Old Labor Hall

Invited legislators include Rep. Teddy Waszazak (Barre City), Sen. Michael Boutin (Barre City), Sen. Anne Watson (Montpelier), Rep. Kate McCann (Montpelier), Rep. Ela Chapin (Middlesex/E. Montp.), and Marc Mihaly (East Calais/Marshfield). Register here.

Bethel Town Hall - Tuesday, March 25th 5-7pm at the Blossom Block

The goal is to provide an opportunity for stakeholders to share their thoughts on the Scott/Saunders proposal and share their wishes and values related to this issue. The event will be held at The Blossom Block: 257 Main Street in Bethel, VT. This will be a potluck with free childcare. 

Northeast Kingdom Public Education Town Hall - Thursday, March 27th 5:30-7:00pm

Invited legislators include Leanne Harple (Orleans), Beth Quimby (Caledonia), Mark Higley (Orleans-Lamoille), and Marty Feltus (Caledonia). Register here.