Ripton
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Letter to the editor: There’s another side to the Ripton school argument
Defining a community: Is it a town or a school district? When is a small elementary school too small?
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Letter to the editor: McGlashan a dedicated public servant
It is a critical time to ensure our school boards are led by dedicated public servants committed to meeting the needs of all students. Amy McGlashan is such…
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Letter to the editor: Lincoln official addresses ‘misinformation’ circulating in MAUSD
As Lincoln withdraws from Mount Abraham Unified School District (MAUSD), there is misinformation that is circulating in the community.
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Letter to the editor: H.493 means more Ed Board power, less local voice
In my opinion, Act 46 was intended specifically to bring about the closing of small towns’ schools in Vermont, despite what the text of the law itself states.
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Editorial: We agree: Fix Act 46
In a commentary last week that rebutted our editorial, State Board of Education Chair Oliver Olsen took us to task for suggesting the SBE had more leeway to…
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As Ripton prepares for school independence, state officials consider Act 46 changes
Unable to obtain school services elsewhere, Ripton administrators are considering rejoining the district. And now, state officials and lawmakers are trying to make sure another departure like Ripton’s…
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Letter to the editor: Editorial didn’t understand law on schools
Unfortunately, Mr. Lynn’s editorial in the same edition missed the mark with an opinion that was based on a flawed understanding of Vermont education law and the powers…
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Ripton readies for new educational future
Ripton school officials said they’ll try to make the best of what they believe was an incorrect decision by the Vermont State Board of Education on Jan. 19…
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Editorial: Small towns vs. state board: Only one’s on target
Ripton’s Molly Witters is right on target; State Board of Education Chair Oliver Olsen is not.
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State board to Ripton: You’re on your own
The Vermont State Board of Education (VSBE) on Wednesday morning officially granted Ripton’s wish to become independent from the Addison Central School District. Now comes the hard part.
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Could Lincoln and Ripton schools join forces?
Lincoln and Ripton, which voted last year to withdraw from their school districts, have begun exploring the idea of creating a new supervisory union to handle the administrative…
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Cancer claims Willem Jewett, who supported end-of-life law as state rep.
Willem Jewett, a Ripton resident and former majority leader of the Vermont House of Representatives, died Wednesday afternoon using a prescription obtained through Act 39, a law that…
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Ripton, Lincoln eye school collaboration
Dissatisfied with the pace and effectiveness of talks toward a possible compromise with the Addison Central School District, the Ripton School Board is exploring a public education union…
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Sisters make skiers ‘So-Full’ at Rikert
A bright purple, custom-made, 12-foot trailer with rustic wooden accents is a new regular at Rikert Nordic Center in Ripton.
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Letter to the editor: ACSD discussion needs context
I am writing to provide context to the quote attributed to me in the Dec. 16, 2021 article, “ACSD Board cool to Ripton rule changes,” and am doing…
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ACSD board cool to Ripton rule changes
A majority of the board on Monday reiterated its opposition to amending the ACSD’s charter in a manner that would give member-communities more power in electing their board…