ASD Board Meeting - June 18, 2026

The Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union held its ASD Board Meeting on June 18, 2026, where key discussions included the impact of new education legislation (H955) on district merger processes and the need for formal board votes to comply with statutory requirements. Public comments emphasized the importance of aligning merger groups appropriately to reflect community interests. The board also reviewed operational updates on electric and diesel school buses, highlighting ongoing maintenance challenges with electric buses acquired through grants and the potential need to explore purchasing new buses or vans, with cost considerations around $100,000 for a new diesel bus. Additionally, the board approved the adoption of three policies related to electronic communication, home study programs, and board member conflict of interest. A motion was passed to approve a 5% contract increase for non-union staff for the 2026-27 school year. The meeting concluded with plans to schedule a session with Senator Barnard to discuss legislative matters further.