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Public alternative elementary schools?


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jabarry1 October 29, 2011


Does VT have any public elementary schools that operate in a model like the Montessori or Waldorf philosophies?

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MagnetMom December 29, 2011


Hi jabarry1, I'd focus on charter schools--they're public schools that operate outside the public school... More »

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Need to find a school in Burlington, VT area that offers appropriate instruction for gifted 2nd grader


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TAGmom September 29, 2009


Need to find a school in Burlington, VT area that offers appropriate instruction for gifted 2nd grader

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courtmesue December 10, 2010


Hi there- Did you ever find a school for your gifted child? We are considering a move to Burlington, and we had gifted... More »

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mbgilliam October 10, 2011


You should definitely look at Mater Christi in Burlington. It's located across from UVM. I saw a sign that says they... More »

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we are relocating to vt due to job and looking in Williston. My 8 yr old is special needs. Any concerns?


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nancywhittier November 13, 2009


we are relocating to vt due to job and looking in Williston. My 8 yr old is special needs. Any concerns?

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healthy11 November 13, 2009


Hi. I"m not in VT, but I also have a child with some special needs. Greatschools is a nationwide forum, and the chance... More »

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catcastle May 11, 2011


Hi! I live in adjacent community of Essex. My son is now 17 y.o.. We moved to Essex BECAUSE of the great school system.... More »

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We are considering changing schools to the Burlinton area? What are the best elementary and middle schools?


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Anonymous May 29, 2009


We are not happy with Stowe schools - 4th and 5th graders do not have text books, they work off worksheets and ther is too mcuh movement among students... More » 

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profmom56 February 12, 2010


You should look at Mater Christi School. My son, who is in college, received a very solid education at this school. ... More »

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jonfromvt September 13, 2010


I know this is a little late, but.... I would highly recommend Christ the King School in Burlington. Solid curriculum,...

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My son will be going into 9th grade in Sept. His sp Ed teachrs are recommendg Centerpoint in Winooski.


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MSTEENLAND May 19, 2009


Frankly, im scared. I do plan on doing a visit to the school soon, but anyone out there familiar with this school and what kinds of students attend... More » 

What school districts have the best reputation in or around St. Albans?


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Miriam August 14, 2008


What school districts have the best reputation in or around St. Albans?

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HandyL February 3, 2009


Bellows Free Acadamy. It's the Local High school there.

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What's a great elementary school in St. Albans? What makes it great?


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EllasDad August 14, 2008


What's a great elementary school in St. Albans? What makes it great?

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HandyL February 3, 2009


Sorry to tell you, but there really aren't any good elementary schools in St. Albans. I would say that the teachers at... More »

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Multi aged instruction


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Elainecorino January 22, 2009


Are there any schools that are practicing a multi aged curriculum following the true philosophy?


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