at Winooski School District
Get a glimpse of the student experience and the community-centered and learner-centered approach Winooski School District takes to support learners in this short video.
Winooski, Vermont
For over a decade, the Winooski School District has been reimagining education for its 800 students. This small Vermont district—housing both an elementary school and middle-high school in one complex—has developed a unique approach blending community partnerships, student-centered learning, and inclusive culture. Explore how Winooski Middle-High School embodies the principles of the community schools model and competency-based education.
The origins of the Winooski transformation started with the community process that led to their graduate expectations, similar to what others might call a portrait of a graduate or learner. Over the years, active engagement and participation in the school has become part of the fabric of the community. Dive into how Winooski Middle-High School brings learning to life through student voice, a culture of care, and community-connected classrooms.
At Winooski Middle-High School, competency-based learning fundamentally shifts the educational experience to place students at the center of their learning journey. Through deliberate system design and pedagogical approaches, Winooski has created an environment where student voice, choice, and individual needs drive education. Learn how proficiency-based learning lets Winooski students shape their paths with community-connected capstone projects and out-of-school learning.