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Montpelier, Vermont - November 30, 2009
Vermont's Ethan Allen Institute says the state could save $80 million by offering school choice and other measures.
The conservative think tank released a report from a special study committee. The group says Vermont is spending $250 to $300 million more than it should on education, with only average results to show for it. They noted the number of teachers, administrators and staff has gone up while the number of students has gone down.
The report says virtual learning, charter schools and public school choice are needed to cut costs.
"We believe the best way to do this is to go for choice, a free market where schools would have to compete for tax dollars. We believe of course that public education should be free, but to be provided by schools where students and their parents want them to go," said commission chair Chris Robbins.
The group's report will be one of several presented to lawmakers who are reviewing the financing and effectiveness of Vermont's education system.
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