Beth Cobb (left) and Erin Maguire An equity policy proposed for the Essex Westford School District has galvanized members of the suburban community in recent weeks, drawing hundreds of people to both virtual and in-person meetings. Critics of the policy say it is divisive and difficult to parse, and supports teachings that might make white students feel shame and guilt. Supporters, meanwhile, argue that grappling with issues of race and equity will help kids become critical thinkers and improve education for all students. Essex Westford school leaders assert that there is nothing that should be controversial about the proposed policy, which likely will be put to a school board vote on June 15. Instead, they say, the district s commitment to equity is part of its overarching vision and aims to make school a place where all of its 4,500 students 14.6 percent of whom are nonwhite can succeed. This, they argue, is the fundamental c
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Managing and Using Forest Ecosystems (8 LEAP credits; 6 SAF CE credits)
This Workshop is mandatory for all LEAP Loggers who are new to LEAP or who have not yet taken this.
May 11, 2021 8:00am to 3:30pm Bethel Town Hall; 318 Main St.; Bethel, VT 05032
May 12, 2021 8:00am to 3:30pm Allard’s Office, 74 Glen Orne Drive, Brattleboro, VT
Cost: $60
Rick Dyer, VT FPR, Andrea Shortsleeve, Wildlife Biologist, VT F&W
This Workshop is mandatory for all LEAP Loggers.
June 14, 2021 8am to 3pm Long View Forest Headquarters, 48 Picz Rd, Westminster VT
June 15, 2021 8am to 3pm Essex Grange, 118 Center Rd, Essex Junction, VT
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