Wells Springs Stays in Merger Group Three | Montpelier News

Wells Springs Unified Union School District voted to stay put in Study Group Three, rejecting a move to join Rutland County’s other districts in Study Group Two — a decision driven by concerns over travel distances and the impact on younger students. Board members warned that switching could isolate Wells Springs and jeopardize school operations, while also acknowledging past merger talks have shown flexibility. Though the door isn’t entirely closed, the chair noted they may revisit grouping later. Separately, the district is navigating budget talks for FY28, aiming to reduce last year’s large surplus while preparing for rising fuel costs. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.rutlandherald.com/news/local/wells-springs-school-board-says-it-will-not-join-other-rutland-county-districts-in-merger/article_c62c1e54-03dc-54b2-b075-be66aeb32fca.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c7f9e3b163b8de9c Report issues to [email protected].