11/8/2010: I Vote School Choice is winding down after the election - this website will no longer be updated. A huge thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers. SchoolChoiceVermont.com and VermontAct153.org will continue to have current information for you. 


About Vermont School Choice - A Quick Guide

For a Detailed Guide to Vermont School Choice, click here.
For Myths, Facts and FAQ, click here.
For Stories from Parents and Students, click here.

  • About 90 Vermont towns tuition students for at least one grade
  • Different laws apply to elementary (K-6) and secondary (7-12) tuitioning
  • Tuitioning only exists in towns that don't have designated schools to serve that grade level
  • School selection and school choice are big draws for families relocating to and within Vermont
  • Act 153 (H.66) has a provision for a study of full vouchers in Vermont
  • Current tuitioning laws include private independent schools that are "approved" by the state
  • Tuitioning towns are not required to provide transportation for students
  • Tuitioning has existed in Vermont for about 140 years

 
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