Welcome to CVEDC

CVEDC is your local partner in professional learning. Since 2006, we’ve been helping Vermont educators and school leaders connect, collaborate, and grow through relevant, research-based opportunities. Whether it’s a one-day workshop or a yearlong cohort, CVEDC offers practical, engaging learning experiences that strengthen teaching and support student success.

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The Speaker Series

Join CVEDC on April 13, 2026 for a Fireside Chat with Dr. David Yeager

Author of 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People and Professor of Psychology at The University of Texas, Austin

Learn the new science of motivating young people—and make your own life easier in the process.

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F E A T U R E D E V E N T S

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    Pre-Event Book Club 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People by Dr. David Yeager

    Facilitated by Libby Bonesteel, Ed.D, Superintendent of Montpelier Roxbury School District

    February 3rd, March 17th, and April 7th 2026

    Before the fireside chat, prime your learning with the foundational research that has revolutionized adolescent education. Our pre-event book club is the ultimate way to maximize the impact of Dr. David Yeager's insights for you and your fellow educators.

    This guided experience gives you the vocabulary, context, and collaborative space to truly internalize and apply the "Mentor Mindset"—the revolutionary approach Dr. Yeager outlines for motivating and connecting with today’s students.

  • Bridge the Gap: Practical Math Structures and Scaffolds for Tier III (Grades 2-5)

    a Mini Series with Christian Courtemanche

    January 18th, 2026 and February 15th, 2026

    This two day mini series will provide research-based routines, structures, and practices for small group instruction, especially in Tier III specialized learning scenarios.

    Participants will gain tangible strategies for implementing rapid cycles of targeted instruction while linking a more explicit relationship between what's happening in Tier III and its impact on Tier I core math class.

We’re a non-profit on a mission to improve Vermont schools through quality professional learning for educators.

CVEDC is Vermont’s largest educational service agency (ESA), reaching educators throughout Vermont for over 15 years.

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Our Members

Champlain Valley Educator Development Center (CVEDC) serves member school districts all over Northwestern and Western Vermont: Addison, Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle, and a portion of Washington counties. CVEDC partners with 17 supervisory unions to provides educational services for over 35,000 students. Nearly 40% of the total PreK-12 student population of Vermont is positively impacted by our work.

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