Superintendent

To the Springfield School District Community,

It’s been a long winter. And while we Vermonters are known for our resilience — and our snow removal skills — I think we’re all ready for the promise of spring and warmer days ahead.

It’s been a busy season at SSD and I’m proud of the progress we’ve made toward achieving our academic, infrastructure, and financial goals. Keeping a clear vision in mind is essential, and I hope everyone who has worked so hard this year has had a moment during the winter break to reflect on how all the pieces fit together. That perspective helps us move forward more collaboratively, efficiently, and strategically.

We’re looking forward to our Informational Meeting with the Town in early March as we approach Town Meeting Day. Over the past few months, we’ve worked to communicate the importance of the initiatives that we believe will move our district forward and strengthen the systems that support every student, family, and school. For more details about these initiatives and our FY27 budget, please review the FY27 Budget Book.

As I shared with staff before February break, the SSD Strategic Plan will move into full implementation for the remainder of the year. This will be an engaging and meaningful process — one that brings together our shared values and an honest look at our current systems to create a clear roadmap for the future. It’s an opportunity to make real progress in areas we’ve discussed for years but haven’t yet fully addressed. I look forward to meeting with many of you, talking with students, and building a plan that helps us reach our goals.

Community input will be essential in this work. I encourage parents, caregivers, families, and all who care about the success of our students to attend meetings and share your perspectives, experiences, and ideas. Your voice matters.

I am deeply grateful for the support and partnership of this community as we continue building a school district that reflects our shared hopes for students and the pride we take in our work. Thank you for all you do to keep our schools strong. It truly makes a difference.