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Do you have children age birth to 5? We want to hear from you! 

ACSD is expanding our early childhood program, and we want to hear your hopes, needs, and ideas for building a strong early childhood education program in our community! Find the survey here. 

The ACSD Board recently revised Board Policy C30, School Assignment and Intra-District Transfer, to offer more flexibility to ACSD families when choosing an elementary school for their child(ren). If you are interested in having your child attend a different K-5 elementary school, please read more about the policy and the application process here. To apply, use this form or visit your school’s front office or the ACSD District Office for a paper application. The application process begins on January 30th and all applications must be received by March 2nd, 2026. 

There will be two information sessions to learn more, ask questions, and get support filling out the application: 

• Thurs, February 5th: 5:30-6:30pm Virtual Q&A with the Superintendent. Use this Google meet link.
• Weds, February 18: 8:30-9:30am: In person Q+A and Application Assistance at the Superintendent's Office (49 Charles Ave, Middlebury)

Watch MCTV's highlights of the MUHS 10th Grade IB Personal Project Exhibition with their community! 

ACSD Board School Board Town Hall Meetings are a chance to share what is important to you about your student’s education, help shape budget priorities, and help the Board understand the hopes and values you have for our schools, our district, and the future of public education in Vermont. The first two meetings are planned with more on the way. All ACSD Community members are welcome at any event. Can't attend in person? Share your thoughts here: tinyurl.com/ACSDtownhall

Salisbury teacher, Jenn Larocque, received the Outstanding Elementary Teacher of the Year award. She was honored for bringing her expertise, kindness, and resilience into the classroom. They shared how her dedication and sense of purpose motivate kids to grow and help her colleagues flourish.

This year, Superintendent Baker awarded five Distinguished Service Awards to teachers and staff who demonstrated extraordinary professional service during the 2024-25 school year:

• Ripton K-2 teacher, Melissa Giroux, was recognized for her ability to bring families and students together during a time of transition while maintaining strong student performance.
• Mary Hogan Kindergarten Teacher, Franny Gould, and Principal, Jen Kravitz, were recognized for their clear, thoughtful leadership in the resolution of parental concerns about instructional materials.
• Bridport Kindergarten Teacher, Andrea Way, was recognized for using her voice and agency to place student success at the center of challenging budget and grade configuration discussions.
• Salisbury Principal, Bjarki Sears, was recognized for his grace and leadership in bringing the communities and students of Salisbury and Ripton together to share a single school building for the 2025-26 school year.

Ben Krahn received the Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the year. He was honored for his deep intellect, dry wit, and exceptionally engaging classroom instruction where he has been a driving force in bringing our MUHS Language & Literature curriculum to life. In class, he is known for the curiosity, humor, and genuine interest he shows while pushing students to become better writers and thinkers.

Thank you to the voters of ACSD! Our budget passed with more than 79% voting in favor. We also welcome new ACSD Board members Jess Venable Novak, Ron Makleff, and Steve Cash and returning Board members Jamie McCallum and Steve Orzech. Thank you to outgoing Board members Chip Malcolm, Brian Bauer, and Joanna Doria for their years of service!