The Superintendent's Office provides leadership in matters pertaining to public education, serving the towns of Charlotte, Hinesburg, Shelburne, St. George, and Williston.
Adam Bunting, Superintendent
Champlain Valley School District
Superintendent's Office
5420 Shelburne Road
Shelburne, VT 05482
Sandy Raymond, Executive Assistant
(802) 383-1234
July 10, 2024
Dear CVSD Community,
I am excited and honored to serve as your superintendent for the 2024-25 school year. Having worked in this system since 1999—first as a sub, then as a long-term Spanish substitute teacher (my apologies to that class of 7th graders who I’m sure needed additional help after my efforts!), English teacher, and finally as an administrator—I encountered no shortage of parents, students, faculty, and staff who uttered the following words upon hearing of my appointment: “Congrats! Umm…why would you want this role?” Their question sounded like one a person might ask an ultra-marathoner, arctic swimmer, or local legislator. My students at CVU were certain it was all about the snow days.
I’m sure the trepidation expressed by my colleagues and community members comes from the challenges ahead. Like many districts across Vermont, we face an unprecedented fiscal climate, a polarized political landscape, and a national narrative about education that is unjust—at best.
And while those challenges are real and sobering, for twenty-five years I’ve witnessed the daily joys inherent in our schools. I’ve seen the transformation in our kids as they discover their path, purpose, and interdependence. I have been surrounded by laughter as students engage with new friends and teachers. I’ve worked with educators who dedicate their lives to the betterment of young people. And even on the most difficult days that may not include much laughter and joy, I've been inspired watching our families, students, and community find the resilience and resolve to grow and move forward.
Honestly, when I think about it, who wouldn’t want to be in the position to support our schools?
Our CVSD community is a special one—a community that deserves our care and full attention. We share the knowledge that our kids will internalize and evolve what we—employees, families, and community members alike—create together. I look forward to navigating the challenges and joys ahead with you.
It’s an honor.
Thank you.
Adam Bunting
Interim Superintendent, CVSD
More from the Superintendent
Following the close of the application process and a gathering of community input, the CVSD School Board provides an early November update on the superintendent search. They intend to have the process finalized in the early winter.
In an early November community update, Interim Superintendent Adam Bunting shares a recap of the recent Community Budget Forum and a framework for discussion, listening and learning during this year's budget cycle.
Interim Superintendent Adam Bunting shares a mid-October update on the funding target for CVSD's FY26 budget and an outline of the budget timeline for the upcoming months.