Burlington School District leaders reflect on a racial equity success

Burlington School District in Vermont reports reduction in racial disparities in student suspensions

The Burlington School District in Vermont announced it has reached a milestone in efforts to reduce racial bias. The district has reduced the number of student suspensions overall, and the percentage of suspensions among students of color was less than…

Burlington School District leaders reflect on a racial equity success

For the first time, one of the state’s most diverse school districts has eliminated racial disparities in suspension rates.