The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force warmly invites you to join a public hearing to share your perspectives and priorities, which will help guide the Task Force as it develops proposals for Vermont’s school district boundaries. This hearing is an opportunity to learn more about what the Task Force is doing and inform the Task Force’s work, not to weigh in on specific district maps, which are still being developed.
You can also participate virtually using this link: https://tinyurl.com/yjdwnpdt
Meeting ID: 232 302 482 854 2
Passcode: rf2gs3PG
Purpose of the Hearings:
The hearings will inform Vermonters about the work of the Task Force, created by Act 73 to recommend new school district boundaries and configurations to the General Assembly. Your input will help the Task Force understand community priorities and considerations as it develops draft proposals.
Hearing Format:
Overview - The Task Force will share its purpose, context, and process.
Community Input - Participants will have opportunities to discuss concerns, priorities, and ideas that should guide the Task Force’s work.
Report Outs - Facilitators will summarize highlights; all input will be entered into the public record.
Public Testimony:
Members of the public may also provide individual testimony (up to 2 minutes each).
Equity and Fairness:
One hour has been set aside for testimony. If additional people wish to speak, the hearing may be extended by up to 30 minutes. If they can not hear from everyone, participants will be invited to provide written testimony by email to ensure every voice is included.
Participation & Accessibility:
All hearings are open to the public, both in person and via Microsoft Teams. Members of the public may observe or participate in small-group conversations, provide live testimony, or submit written testimony. Summaries of input will become part of the official public record. To request accommodations, please contact Chrissy.Gilhuly@vermont.gov