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How does Vermont pay for schools? A video explainer

Season 2024 Episode 17 | 7m 35s

How does Vermont pay for schools? A video explainer and glossary of terms

The cost of Vermont’s education system is top of mind this election season after a spike in property taxes and a string of budget failures in the spring. But our education funding system is also notoriously complicated. Vermont Public education reporter Lola Duffort breaks down how it all works.

10/22/2024

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Vermont Public Specials is a local public television program presented by Vermont Public

Vermont Public Specials

How does Vermont pay for schools? A video explainer

Season 2024 Episode 17 | 7m 35s

The cost of Vermont’s education system is top of mind this election season after a spike in property taxes and a string of budget failures in the spring. But our education funding system is also notoriously complicated. Vermont Public education reporter Lola Duffort breaks down how it all works.

10/22/2024

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