Upper Valley Educators Institute

08/26/2026

As the school year begins across a large portion of New Hampshire and Vermont, we want to extend our best wishes to educators, students, families, and community members. We look forward to visiting schools across the two states this year, and in the meantime, here are some more of our own UVEI "back to school photos" from teacher orientation week and from our annual Innovations in Education Forum.

08/12/2026

Day 3 of TIP orientation featured more learning and connections... and our annual rock paper scissors tournament. Seeing all of the smiles and gestures in this photo, we can't even tell who the winner was but we know that it was a good time!

08/11/2026

The first two days of orientation for our Teacher Intern Program have been full of community building, laughter, and beautiful weather. We are excited to get to know this new group of educators and to see them in action in their classrooms this year!

08/07/2026

We have loved getting to know our new principal cohort this past week! You are a diverse group of educators who are passionate about leadership, and we look forward to all of the learning and discussions that will take place this year.

08/07/2026

More photos from principal orientation week for 2026-2027: creative UVEI mascot designs and break-time chats in the sunshine!

08/03/2026

Day 1 of orientation for our 2026-2027 principal cohort. Constructing, connecting, and getting to know more about UVEI and the leadership standards.

08/02/2026

Starting to populate our 2026-2027 map as we prepare for new principal and new teacher orientations. We will be welcoming educators from the Canadian border of VT all the way down to Hinsdale & Wi******er NH, and we are very excited!

04/13/2026

Congratulations to Lara Starr (TIP '13, MEd '25), a UVEI alum who will be joining our Principal Intern Program next year!

TROY — The North Country Supervisory Union has appointed Lara Starr as the next assistant principal of Troy Elementary School, effective July 1. Starr, a Newport Center resident, has more than 15 years of experience in local classrooms. She began her career as a substitute teacher at Jay Westfield...

12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday, know that the support of UVEI donors helps to LOWER THE BARRIERS for aspiring teachers and school leaders, making it possible for them to enter the profession and advance their careers. Because of our size, we see every dollar’s impact immediately, and funding for one aspiring educator can support hundreds of children for years to come. Your generous support will help 38 aspiring educators and school leaders make a lasting impact on more than 1500 students this spring and every single year that follows. And your gift will continue to make a difference for students as long as those educators remain in the field. Donate today or any day at https://givebutter.com/UVEIscholarships

12/01/2025

Giving Tuesday is tomorrow! At UVEI, your gift will support current and aspiring teachers and school leaders who need financial support to answer the call to teach. Stay tuned for how to join in!