Zoie Saunders, Secretary | Vermont Agency of Education
Governor Phil Scott has appointed Jill Briggs Campbell as Vermont's Deputy Secretary of Education following her interim service in the position. Previously, she was the director of operations at the Agency of Education, where she played a key role in the COVID-19 emergency response and administration of over $500 million in federal funds.
Vermont Secretary of Education Zoie Saunders praised Jill's leadership qualities in an email to agency staff, stating, "A hallmark of Jill’s leadership style is her solution-oriented approach, combined with a collaborative mindset that brings the best ideas to the table to tackle complex challenges. Jill is resolute in her commitment to partnering with the field to support our students and educators."
Governor Phil Scott also commented on her appointment, saying, "Jill’s operations experience has been valuable as we navigate transforming our education system so it works better for our kids and taxpayers. I believe she will serve the Agency, Vermonters, and educators across the state well.”
Jill Briggs Campbell's educational background includes degrees from the University of California at Santa Barbara, where she earned a Ph.D. in the history of science and medicine, as well as a Master’s degree in history. She also holds a Master's in Teaching in History from the University of San Diego, a teaching credential for secondary education, and a Bachelor’s degree in art history and classical civilizations from UCLA.
Her appointment comes alongside two other gubernatorial appointments announced the same day.
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