Mission
The State Board and Agency of Education provide leadership, support, and oversight to ensure that the Vermont public education system enables each student to be successful.
Vision
Every learner completes his or her public education with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in college, continuing education, careers, and citizenship. The public education system provides flexible learning environments rich with 21st-century tools that promote self-development, academic achievement, and active engagement in learning. It operates within a framework of high expectations for every learner with support from educators, families and the community.
Membership
The Board consists of eleven members (nine voting members and two non-voting members) appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. Two of the Board members are Vermont high school students; one is a voting member, and the other is not. Students are appointed to a two-year term, upon the second year of service the student becomes a voting member. The other non-voting member is the Secretary of Education.
State Board of Education Member List
Student Membership
The Vermont State Board of Education has two student members who sit on the Board:
- Sabina Brochu of Champlain Valley Union High School (voting member)
- Angelita Peña of Mount Abraham Union High School
The student member positions on the Vermont State Board of Education are currently full. A notice will be posted when a student member position opens. Information for future candidates: the State Board of Education usually meets on the third Wednesday of every month and establishes policies, regulations, and rules related to education in Vermont and in keeping with statutes passed by the Legislature. Candidates may apply using the Application for Gubernatorial Appointment. Questions about the State Board of Education may be directed to Suzanne Sprague (802-828-1130) or Maureen Gaidys (802-828-0047) at the Agency of Education. Questions about the application or the nomination process itself can be directed to Jason Maulucci, Director of Boards and Commissions at the Governor’s Office at (802) 828-3333.
