Vermont Senate Committee on Education holds confirmation hearing for Acting Secretary of Education Zoie Saunders, questioning her on school privatization and qualifications.

Vermont's Senate Committee on Education held a confirmation hearing for Acting Secretary of Education Zoie Saunders, with lawmakers questioning her about school privatization and her qualifications. Saunders, appointed by Governor Phil Scott, has a background in education in various states, most recently in Florida. The committee will weigh the testimony to provide a recommendation on her appointment. Critics have raised concerns about her experience with charter schools.