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Thank you for considering a donation to the Winooski School District Advocacy Action Fund. Your support is greatly appreciated! To make your contribution, please make your check payable to “Winooski School District” and include “Advocacy Action Fund” on the memo line. Please send the check to the following address, please include a return address to receive a tax deduction letter. Winooski School DistrictCentral Office60 Normand StreetWinooski, VT 05404 Note: Please remember to include your return address so we can send you a tax deduction letter. The Winooski School District is a non-profit educational entity, and your donation is tax-deductible. Upon receipt of your check, we will send you a formal thank-you letter including our tax exemption number for your records. Donation Instructions
In honor or Women’s History Month, the Greater Burlington YMCA proudly celebrates the remarkable women whose leadership and dedication have shaped the YMCA movement — paving the way for future generations of women leaders, members, and changemakers across the country. Ellen BrownEllen Brown was the first female YMCA employee in 1886 when she was hired to serve as the “boys work secretary.” Brown taught a night class at the Y that grew so rapidly, it eventually became a whole department! Addie HuntonAs part of the YMCA’s massive World War, I support effort, Addie Hunton was one of only three African American women assigned to serve over 200,000 segregated Black troops stationed in France. Hunton was also YWCA secretary for Black student work and vice president of the NAACP. Marguerite CockettMarguerite Cockett graduated from Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1905. In 1916 she bought a car and brought it to France where she worked as an ambulance driver under the American Fund for French Wounded. She spent three months in Serbia establishing a French-Serbian hospital and served on a hospital ship in the Mediterranean. In 1917 she established the first canteen under the YMCA American Expeditionary Forces. Wilhelmina “Willie” AvelingWilhelmina “Willie” Aveling began her YMCA career as a physical director in Atlantic City. In 1933, she joined the staff of the Chicago Metropolitan YMCA to find ways to improve programs for women and girls. For the next 28 years, she helped develop policies and recruit women leaders within the YMCA movement. She was the first woman to be inducted into the YMCA National Hall of Fame. Winifred ColtonFighting to improve the status of women in the YMCA, Winifred Colton began her extensive YMCA career as women’s and girls’ work secretary at the YMCA of Metro Chicago. In 1957, the YMCA’s National Council’s statement of purpose no longer applied to “males only,” and Colton became the first woman professional on the national staff. Janice PatonAt 26 years old, Janice Paton was the first woman to be named to the National YMCA Board of Directors in 1962, breaking barriers and paving the way for women’s leadership across the Y movement! Her trailblazing role helped shape a more welcoming YMCA – one that empowers women and girls everywhere to lead, grow, and thrive. Violet P. HenryAfter holding various executive leadership roles in the Newark and Chicago YMCAs, in 1976, Violet P. Henry became the first woman to be named to a top management position at the Y’s national office. She provided leadership for numerous national and international commissions and committees that worked for the rights of women and people of color. Xinia Brenes JenkinsOne of the founding members of the San Jose YMCA, Xinia Brenes Jenkins was deeply involved in the Costa Rican Catholic youth movement. The Latin American Confederation of YMCAs reached out to Jenkins for her assistance in instituting a national Costa Rican YMCA. Jenkins’s work for the Costa Rican YMCA focused on providing programs for refugees, relief for those affected by housing shortages, and offering vocational skills training for women and agricultural skills training for Costa Rican natives. Suzanne McCormickIn 2021, Suzanne McCormick became the first woman to serve as President and CEO of YMCA of the USA. A 30-year nonprofit executive, Suzanne is a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the nonprofit and social impact sectors. In her role, she serves as an inspiration and symbol of what’s possible for future women leaders, including the millions of girls and young women who engage with the Y as members, participants, staff and volunteers. As we reflect on these incredible women’s achievements, we recommit to fostering leadership, and empowerment for women and girls throughout the Y community today and tomorrow.
In its “Same Dollars, Same Rules” board resolution adopted on May 13, 2026, the Winooski School District formally urged the Vermont Legislature to require all independent schools receiving public tuition dollars to meet the state’s full Education Quality Standards (EQS). The board highlighted an inequitable double standard: while public districts are strictly required to adhere to these rigorous curriculum, staffing, and support regulations, independent schools currently accept the same public funding without identical accountability. To address this lack of transparency and ensure every publicly funded student receives substantially equal educational opportunities, WSD resolved to advocate for this statewide policy reform directly to its legislative delegation and relevant committees. Read Resolution
"May is Older Americans Month, and here at the Greater Burlington Y, we’re celebrating the incredible older adults who inspire us every single day. Staying active, connected and engaged is key to healthy aging – and at the Y, we believe age should never be a barrier to living life to the fullest. Every day, older adults in our community are proving that it’s never too late to try something new, make a new friend, or reach a new goal. From coffee groups to cardio classes or chronic disease programs, pickleball courts to pool workouts, our Y is a place where older adults can: Stay active and build strength, balance and flexibility. Connect with friends, old and new, who cheer them on. Try new activities like yoga, dance, or swim lessons. Volunteer and give back to the community. Simply enjoy a warm, welcoming place where everyone belongs. Why staying connected matters: According to the U.S. Surgeon General, social connection is a vital part of staying healthy – physically, mentally and emotionally. At the Y, we see the power of connection every day when members share a laugh in class, check in on each other over coffee, or meet up for a game of pickleball. Meet our members: Just ask Tim, an active older adult who moved to Burlington to watch his grandson while his daughter works. “We were looking for a gym with a pool,” he says. “The Y provided that and a lot more. The friendly environment and modern facility add to our gym experience.” Plus, there’s Suzy, aged 72, who enjoys lots of the Y’s fitness classes and loves the instructors. “I have now outlived the age when many of my siblings passed away,” she notes. “I credit the Y with my longevity.” Ready to join in? Whether you’re looking to get moving, make new friends, or find your next favorite hobby, the Greater Burlington Y is here for you. We offer group exercise classes, wellness programs, volunteer opportunities and social events designed just for older adults. Plus, you’ll always find a warm welcome. Visit the website to learn more about our group fitness classes for active older adults, or stop by the front desk to chat with us. We’d love to help you get started. This month, and every month, we celebrate older adults in our community – because at the Y, we know you’ve still got it! "
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