These hearings transcripts present testimony concerning the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education (ESA) Act, which, since 1965, has provided the bulk of federal aid to elementary and secondary schools and related programs. Much of the testimony was from Vermont education officials, school administrators, teachers, consultants, and concerned citizens who voiced opinions about the efficacy of specific programs and activities funded by the ESA Act, particularly those items that they would like to see expanded or improved. Testimony was heard from: (1) United States Senator James M. Jeffords; (2) Vermont State Senators George B. Spaulding and Betty M. Ferraro; (3) state board of education officials; (4) state human services officials; (5) state school board officials; (6) state National Education Association officials; (7) officials of the Vermont Superintendents and Headmasters Associations; (8) officials of the Vermont Parent Teacher Association, Business Roundtable, Chamber of Commerce, and Council on Vocational-Technical Education; (9) school district superintendents and officials; (10) school principals, teachers, consultants, counselors, and librarians; (11) social service agencies; and (12) parents and concerned citizens. (MDM)