Vermont Education Department Cited for Non-Compliance in Serving Students with Disabilities

The U.S. Department of Education has designated Vermont with a "Needs Intervention" status due to non-compliance with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This determination, based on 2023-2024 data, primarily highlights concerns regarding student outcomes in reading and math proficiency, as well as graduation and dropout rates for children with disabilities. The status indicates a need for significant corrective action.