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Vermonters deserve a public education system where public money comes with public accountability

ONE SET OF RULES FOR EVERYONE

Vermont’s education funding system needs real reform. We are sending millions in taxpayer dollars to private schools that do not have to meet the same rules or standards as public schools.


These schools can choose who they serve, lack financial transparency, and are not subject to consistent oversight.

Now, rather than fixing these problems, Governor Scott has proposed expanding a system that already lacks transparency and oversight. His plan would take $180 million from public schools and direct even more public funds to unregulated private schools, making an already difficult situation worse.

Our Mission
Friends of Vermont Public Education (FVPE) is dedicated to protecting and strengthening Vermont’s public schools. We advocate for clear accountability and transparency wherever public education dollars are spent. Any school receiving taxpayer funds should be held to the same standards and serve the public good, as required by Vermont’s Constitution.
The Board of Directors
Geo Honigford, South Royalton
Adrienne Raymond, Shrewsbury

Ken Fredette, Wallingford
Kim Gleason, Grand Isle
Greg Hughes, Bethel
Krista Huling, Cambridge
Neil Odell, Norwich
Geo, Ken and Neil at the Statehouse in Montpelier

Latest Updates

Mar 27, 2025

Have You Heard?

Friends featured in latest 'Have You Heard' podcast

Mar 26, 2025

Friends Testifies in House Education Committee

Our message: "Same Dollars, Same Rules"

Mar 6, 2025

Governor Scott's Selection for State Board of Education is Bad for Public Education

As Senator, Brian Campion opposed restrictions on private schools receiving public tax dollars

Feb 27, 2025

Press Conference - Governor Scott's Plan for Education Reform

Expanding the state's voucher program is a step in the wrong direction

Feb 15, 2025

Rutland Herald highlights Friends of Vermont Public Education

Rutland Herald Cites Friends of Vermont Public Education

Feb 10, 2025

Press Release: Friends of Vermont Public Education Condemn the Governor's Proposal to Expand School Vouchers

The move could dramatically increase the cost of public education in Vermont

Dec 7, 2024

Greg Hughes: Vermont Education Reform Must Adhere to the State Constitution

Does Vermont still believe in the separation of church and state?

Oct 23, 2024

The Commission on the Future of Public Education in Vermont

Greg Hughes provided comment during the Commission's public input session on Monday 10/21 in Randolph. It's time to call the question regarding the Vermont Constitution's Compelled Support Clause...

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