Robyn Newton nominated for LifeChanger award

Vergennes Union Elementary School physical education teacher Robyn Newton has been nominated for National Life Group’s 2023-24 LifeChanger of the Year award.

“Robyn Newton exemplifies what makes Vermont educators special,” said Secretary of Education Dan French.

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