The South Burlington School District is hiring for various positions. Click for full details here:
https://www.sbschools.net/article/2498292
https://www.sbschools.net/article/2498292
Check out the new episode of Interim Superintendent Dr. Joe Clark's Wednesday Wolves stories here: https://www.sbschools.net/page/superintendent-newsletters
We've updated our Superintendent's Message web page. We've given the archive a fresh new look and Dr. Joe's latest Wednesday Wolves Stories video episode will be posted there each week. Check out the cool new look and format! https://www.sbschools.net/page/superintendent-newsletters
Congratulations to RMCS, GCS, Orchard, and FHTMS!
All four schools have been recognized by the Vermont Department of Health as Gold-Level Asthma-Friendly Schools for 2024–2025 — and our very own Kerry Farrell has been named a Vermont Asthma Champion!
These honors reflect our district’s ongoing commitment to creating safe, healthy environments where all students can learn and thrive.
Read more: https://www.sbschools.net/article/2481537
All four schools have been recognized by the Vermont Department of Health as Gold-Level Asthma-Friendly Schools for 2024–2025 — and our very own Kerry Farrell has been named a Vermont Asthma Champion!
These honors reflect our district’s ongoing commitment to creating safe, healthy environments where all students can learn and thrive.
Read more: https://www.sbschools.net/article/2481537
Help Improve Safe Routes to School! Local Motion wants to hear from you!
Please take a few minutes to complete Local Motions Walking, Biking & Rolling to School Survey for students, parents, and South Burlington residents living near Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School and South Burlington High School.
Your feedback will help us understand what improvements are needed to make routes safer and more comfortable for families
Complete the survey here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/a16b595eb164434e915b2f0afcad3c7a
Project SEARCH: Strong Partnerships in Action
Students with diverse abilities are thriving at the University of Vermont Medical Center and beyond through Project SEARCH, a one-year program that builds independence and careers. Learn how Jacob, Gabe, and Henry are finding success through strong community partnerships.
Read the full Story Here: https://www.sbschools.net/article/2467472
Students with diverse abilities are thriving at the University of Vermont Medical Center and beyond through Project SEARCH, a one-year program that builds independence and careers. Learn how Jacob, Gabe, and Henry are finding success through strong community partnerships.
Read the full Story Here: https://www.sbschools.net/article/2467472
Share your Voice: Quick Survey on Vermont Schools
Vermont leaders are working on ways to strengthen our schools, improve educational opportunities, and address rising costs. They want to hear from you! Take this 8–10 minute survey to share your perspective on the future of Vermont education.
Take the survey here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCF831rVyoJLv0n-1-wLy6Vf6cfknsBEbbL5oWYmly3651yg/viewform
Vermont leaders are working on ways to strengthen our schools, improve educational opportunities, and address rising costs. They want to hear from you! Take this 8–10 minute survey to share your perspective on the future of Vermont education.
Take the survey here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCF831rVyoJLv0n-1-wLy6Vf6cfknsBEbbL5oWYmly3651yg/viewform
The 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment Is Now Available
The South Burlington School District is sharing the following report at the request of our community partner, University of Vermont Health. The information and conclusions presented are those of the authoring organization and do not necessarily reflect the views of SBSD.
Fifteen community-based partners have completed the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) for Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties, incorporating input from nearly 1,500 residents in 12 languages. The assessment will help shape community investments over the next three years.
Top community priorities identified:
- Building community connectedness
- Engaging on mental health
- Increasing health care access
Learn more:
Explore the Full Report Here: https://www.uvmhealth.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/UVM-CHNA-2025-web.pdf
or the Executive Summary: https://www.uvmhealth.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/UVM-CHNA-ES-2025-web.pdf
to see how these priorities will guide future health initiatives.
Join the webinar on October 21 at 10:00 a.m. to hear the findings and learn how you can help shape the 2026–2028 Community Health Improvement Plan.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=N5_AX1rck0iVwK47te8Y3yjrAIprCP9AtTaoI45ywLxURUw1SU0yM1M2UzdGUUtLQlhOVTNZMzE0WS4u&route=shorturl
The South Burlington School District is sharing the following report at the request of our community partner, University of Vermont Health. The information and conclusions presented are those of the authoring organization and do not necessarily reflect the views of SBSD.
Fifteen community-based partners have completed the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) for Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties, incorporating input from nearly 1,500 residents in 12 languages. The assessment will help shape community investments over the next three years.
Top community priorities identified:
- Building community connectedness
- Engaging on mental health
- Increasing health care access
Learn more:
Explore the Full Report Here: https://www.uvmhealth.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/UVM-CHNA-2025-web.pdf
or the Executive Summary: https://www.uvmhealth.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/UVM-CHNA-ES-2025-web.pdf
to see how these priorities will guide future health initiatives.
Join the webinar on October 21 at 10:00 a.m. to hear the findings and learn how you can help shape the 2026–2028 Community Health Improvement Plan.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=N5_AX1rck0iVwK47te8Y3yjrAIprCP9AtTaoI45ywLxURUw1SU0yM1M2UzdGUUtLQlhOVTNZMzE0WS4u&route=shorturl
Recent coverage has raised questions about South Burlington’s per-pupil spending. According to the Vermont Agency of Education, SBSD is below the state average and currently the lowest in Chittenden County. Read more in our update:
https://www.sbschools.net/article/2461832
https://www.sbschools.net/article/2461832
Vermont’s new education law, Act 73 (H.454), changes how schools are funded, how district boundaries may be drawn in the future, and which independent schools qualify for public tuition. South Burlington School District is monitoring these changes closely and will keep our community informed.
Read the full story here:
https://www.sbschools.net/article/2460022
Read the full story here:
https://www.sbschools.net/article/2460022
Continuously making improvements to our district website to better serve our community. The district’s online calendar has recently been updated, making it easier to stay connected with upcoming events.
Thank you for your patience as we keep working to improve your online experience — our goal is to provide clear, accurate, and accessible information for all families.
Read the superintendent's 6/12/25 newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/qu0yf
Read the Superintendent's 5/29/25 newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/ktgqf
Read the superintendent's 5/15/25 newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/0xfrb
Read the superintendent's 5/1/25 newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/yqsje
Read the superintendent's 4/17/25 newsletter: https://smore.com/n/spz97-superintendent-s-message
THIS THURSDAY! Staff vs. Students! All proceeds benefit Special Olympics Vermont.
And if you're in the mood for more basketball, come to the gym early at 4 pm to see Unified Sports take on Burlington!
Read the superintendent's 4/3/25 newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/s4fbyu
You are invited to join the South Burlington Multilingual Advisory Council! The Advisory Council will share ideas about how to improve the multilingual program. Meetings will happen once a month April - June 2025. Payment will be offered to council members. If you are interested, please complete the form linked below. You may also contact a liaison, call, or send a voice recording or WhatsApp message in your language to Alex O'Brien 802-652-7283.
Read the superintendent's 3/20/25 newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/93qwy