Burlington schools see fewer racial disparities in student suspensions: A turning point in Vermont’s equity efforts

The Burlington School District has significantly reduced racial disparities in student suspensions, with students of colour now representing a smaller percentage of suspensions than their enrolment. This progress, achieved through a revised restorative code of conduct and various equity initiatives, marks a major milestone in the district's decades-long effort to address bias in school discipline.

Burlington schools see fewer racial disparities in student suspensions: A turning point in Vermont’s equity efforts
The Burlington School District has significantly reduced racial disparities in student suspensions, with students of colour now representing a smaller percentage of suspensions than their enrolment. This progress, achieved through a revised restorative code of conduct and various equity initiatives, marks a major milestone in the district's decades-long effort to address bias in school discipline.