Zoie Saunders, Secretary | Vermont Agency of Education
The Vermont Agency of Education (AOE) has released several updates relevant to educators, administrators, and families in Vermont. These updates cover new resources and announcements across various educational programs.
The AOE has introduced the "new Personalized Learning Plans Manual: A Framework for Implementation." This manual provides updated guidance on Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs), highlighting their importance in college and career planning and integration into curricula. Each section of the manual aligns with the Series 2000 – Education Quality Standards, which will be effective on July 1, 2025. Educators and administrators can contact Sigrid Olson at sigrid.olson@vermont.gov for more information.
The Ready for Kindergarten SY2024-2025 Report is now available for superintendents, principals, and kindergarten teachers. The report offers statewide and supervisory district-level data on children's readiness as they enter kindergarten. It covers various developmental areas, including social, emotional, and physical health. Michele Johnson can be contacted at michele.johnson@vermont.gov.
The Vermont School Safety Center is hosting monthly "Emergency Operations Plan Office Hours" on every third Thursday from 12-1 p.m. These sessions will offer guidance on developing and maintaining Emergency Operations Plans, with an upcoming focus on a shelter-in-place annex. More details are available on the VSSC website or via Sunni Eriksen at sunni.eriksen@vermont.gov.
For those involved in Behavioral Threat Assessment (BTA) teams, office hours are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, providing guidance on BTA policies and tools. These consultations are open to current and prospective BTA team members, with Michele Hartje available for contact at michele.hartje@vermont.gov.
The Family Engagement Networking Series for 2024-2025 invites family engagement coordinators, school administrators, and others to participate in discussions on strategies for supporting families and students during transitions. The next session will be held virtually on April 10, 2025. Nancy Hellen can be reached at nancy.hellen@vermont.gov for further details.
Vermont high schools are encouraged to join the Adult Diploma Program, providing adult education students with diploma access. Superintendents and principals can register through a participation agreement, with the Adult Education and Literacy team available at AOE.AdultEducation@vermont.gov for inquiries.
Educators working with grades PreK-5 are encouraged to explore literacy resources through Vermont Public: Raising Readers. This partnership with PBS KIDS focuses on foundational reading skills. Emily Leute can be contacted at emily.leute@vermont.gov for more recommendations.
These resources and programs aim to support Vermont educators, students, and families in various aspects of education and development.
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