Reported Incidents
For Vermont
Incidents are community-reported or sourced from third parties, and are allegations — not established facts. Incidents describe institutions, never individuals.
Vermont schools hide trans status
Alleged statewide incident in Vermont
A parental rights group alleges that almost 200 public schools in Vermont have policies allowing staff to conceal a student's transgender status from their parents. This raises concerns about transparency and parental involvement in student affairs.
Vermont school promotes CRT
Alleged statewide incident in Vermont
An education group reported that a Vermont school union is promoting Critical Race Theory. This is allegedly done under the guise of an anti-racism policy. The policy includes anti-racist training for teachers and specific disciplinary methods for students.
AG defends trans sports inclusion
Alleged statewide incident in Vermont
A state official publicly defended the inclusion of transgender individuals in women's sports. During a community forum, the official addressed concerns about Title IX, emphasizing protection for all citizens. The official also highlighted personal connections to the transgender community.
Teacher advocates political flags
Alleged incident in Winooski School District · Vermont
A teacher at Winooski High School, recently named the state's Teacher of the Year, publicly advocated for schools to continue flying Black Lives Matter and Pride flags. The educator also supported "culturally responsive" learning environments, which incorporate race and LGBTQ identity into classroom instruction. This position was shared in response to a proposed state education plan.
District Denies Detransition Awareness Day
Alleged incident in Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified School District · Vermont
A Vermont school district rejected a request to add Detransition Awareness Day to its calendar. Administrators stated the event did not align with the district's equity policy and could be hurtful to transgender individuals.
Burlington DEI Hiring Metrics
Alleged incident in Burlington School District · Vermont
The Burlington School District's strategic plan includes diversity, equity, and inclusion hiring metrics. These metrics aim to increase the percentage of faculty from the "global majority" and ensure representation across schools. The district also appears to be facilitating staff affinity groups as part of this initiative.
Kindergarten Gender Identity Storytime
Alleged incident at Hardwick Elementary School · Orleans Southwest Union Elementary School District #94 · Vermont
A school district hosted an "Anti-Racist Storytime" event for parents to learn about classroom-based lessons. The curriculum for elementary students, including kindergartners, involves exploring racial and gender identity. These lessons aim to normalize dialogue about gender identity using specific books.
Vermont Urges Gender-Neutral Language
Alleged statewide incident in Vermont
The Vermont Department of Health has recommended that schools adopt gender-neutral language. This guidance suggests educators avoid terms such as "son" and "daughter" to promote inclusivity among students.
District class teaches Israel falsehoods
Alleged incident in Champlain Valley Unified School District · Vermont
A school district's class unit on Palestinian social movements reportedly contained factual inaccuracies regarding Israel. This raised concerns about the curriculum's objectivity.
School teaches political activism
Alleged incident in Washington Central Unified Union School District #92 · Vermont
A high school offered an elective course designed to encourage student activism. The curriculum explored concepts of justice, oppression, and identity, including discussions on race, gender, and climate action. It also included resources promoting political activism and critical views of historical documents.
School teaches racial activism class
Alleged incident in Orange Southwest Unified School District · Vermont
A school district offers an elective course on racial justice and activism for high school students. The curriculum includes discussions on systemic racism and white supremacy, and encourages students to engage in social advocacy and civil resistance. Professional development for teachers also focused on combating institutional racism and youth activism.
School hides gender from parents
Alleged incident at Woodbury Elementary School · Orleans Southwest Union Elementary School District #94 · Vermont
A school district promotes "anti-racist" and gender identity content to elementary students, utilizing resources from organizations like GLSEN and the 1619 Project. The curriculum introduces concepts such as gender transition and social justice activism to young children. Furthermore, a form provided to students asks if they wish to keep their preferred pronouns and names confidential from their parents.
Vermont School Rejects Detransition Day
Alleged incident in Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified School District · Vermont
A Vermont school district decided against adding a 'Detransition Awareness Day' to its official calendar. The district cited concerns that such an observance would be offensive to transgender students. This action highlights the institution's position on gender identity topics within its educational setting.
District blocks detransition awareness
Alleged incident in Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified School District · Vermont
A school district prevented an event aimed at educating students about individuals who regret gender transition. Officials stated the event violated the district's equity policy.
District rejects detransition awareness
Alleged incident in Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified School District · Vermont
A Vermont school district stated that recognizing 'Detransition Awareness Day' would be harmful to transgender students. Officials indicated this stance aligns with the district's equity policy.
Parents Excluded From Gender Policy
Alleged incident in South Burlington School District · Vermont
The South Burlington School District introduced a draft policy concerning transgender and nonbinary students. This policy allows the school to withhold a student's gender identity from parents and mandates LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum from pre-kindergarten. It also addresses pronoun usage and facility access based on preferred gender identity.
District Policy: Decolonized Perspective
Alleged incident in Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified School District · Vermont
The Essex Westford School District has adopted an equity policy that attributes the evolution of the United States and its economic infrastructure to genocide and slavery. This policy operates from a "decolonized perspective," aiming to implement an "anti-racist" curriculum and address systemic inequalities. It also defines "privileged position" and supports affinity groups for marginalized students and staff.
District defends BLM flags
Alleged incident in Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified School District · Vermont
A school district defended its decision to display Black Lives Matter flags on campuses. This action followed community concerns about the movement's perceived antisemitic and anti-Israel activism. The district clarified that the flags were intended to support BIPOC students, not endorse the organization.
District Hides Gender Identity Policy
Alleged incident in Champlain Valley Unified School District · Vermont
A school district adopted a policy regarding transgender and nonbinary students. This policy permits school staff to keep a student's gender identity confidential from their parents. It also requires staff to use preferred pronouns and allows facility usage based on gender identity.
School segregates staff by race
Alleged incident in Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified School District · Vermont
A school district implemented mandatory professional development that separated staff into race-based reading groups. White educators were assigned one text focusing on racial identity and privilege, while BIPOC staff read another on racial healing. These sessions were part of a year-long course on equity and racial identity.