VERMONT EDUCATION TRANSFORMATION (ACT 73)
Act 73, Vermont's education transformation law, is a comprehensive reform that creates a new statewide funding formula, initiates the creation of larger, more efficient school districts through a redistricting task force, and changes rules for public tuitioning to independent schools. The primary goals are to improve student outcomes by providing more equitable educational opportunities and to control rising education costs through systemic changes, which include the implementation of a statewide property tax, standardized class sizes, and new district boundaries.
OVERVIEW:
Act 73 builds upon Vermont’s ongoing commitment to transform its education system. The act emphasizes collaboration, modernization, and equity to ensure that every student in Vermont has access to high-quality learning opportunities that prepare them for the future.
KEY GOALS:
- Advance equity and close opportunity gaps among Vermont students
- Modernize educational programs and school governance structures
- Strengthen community and state partnerships in education
- Ensure sustainable and equitable education funding
IMPACT ON SCHOOLS:
Under Act 73, schools are encouraged to innovate in curriculum, share resources more effectively, and create learning pathways that reflect the diverse strengths and needs of Vermont students. The act also provides accountability measures and guidance to support consistency across districts.
ACT 73 RESOURCES:
Act 73 (Full Act)
Please click here to access the complete Act 73 Education Transformation document, which provides a comprehensive overview across 147 pages.
Act 73 Summary
Please click here to view the summarized version of the Act 73 Education Transformation document, offering a concise overview of the key highlights and recommendations.
School Redistricting Task Force
Please click
here to access the School District Redistricting Task Force document, available through the Vermont Agency of Administration.
Meeting Agendas & Minutes
To listen to the meeting recordings, please view the Meeting Minutes.
