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Kids like free school meals. States are trying to reel in the costs.
Sign up for Chalkbeat’s free weekly newsletter to keep up with how education is changing across the U.S.A few years ago, so few high schoolers ate breakfast in Vermont’s Essex Westford School District that the cafeteria looked like “a ghost town” in the morning, recalls Scott Fay, the director of child nutrition.But now that breakfast is free for all students, kids are packing the cafeteria to talk, munch on fresh cranberry-orange bread, and finish homework before the first bell.“It’s really amazing to see that transition,” said Fay, who helped lobby for the Vermont law that expanded free meals. That’s “what...
Wanda Minoli named new state buildings and general services commissioner
Minoli will replace Jennifer Fitch, who is stepping down from the role next week, Gov. Phil Scott’s office said. Read the story on VTDigger here: Wanda Minoli named new state buildings and general services commissioner.
Three new homes at the Vistas at Sunrise break ground
The Vistas at Sunrise recently broke ground on the final phase of the Vistas including three four-bedroom, 4,000 square foot homes in Sunrise Village in Killington. These homes will complete the subdivision, marking a significant milestone for the community. The first house of this final phase of construction is expected to be complete during next […]
At VTDigger debate, lieutenant gubernatorial candidates highlight differences in personality more than politics
“Personally, my opponent and I couldn't be more different,” Republican challenger John Rodgers said of his Progressive/Democratic opponent, Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman. Read the story on VTDigger here: At VTDigger debate, lieutenant gubernatorial candidates highlight differences in personality more than politics.
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