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Blog Archive: An Employer
Think back to middle school. Maybe you hadn’t thought much about life after high school, or hadn’t spent much time beyond your home community. What if someone encouraged you to think bigger, to step out of your comfort zone and into your curiosities?
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Education is an investment, and enrolling in college or training can feel like a risk. But when you take cost out of the equation, new doors open. Learn about five programs available right now that make it possible to pursue a host of careers, tuition free, at any age or stage of life.
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After a decade of building skills and weighing costs, a Fair Haven Select Board member is going back to school tuition free.
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Sayge Bohannon is heading into her senior year in high school with confidence—juggling four college-level classes, National Honor Society, and two sports. A TikTok video sparked her interest in pediatric occupational therapy, and she's learned to trust her instincts as she applies to college.
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Neema Isidore came to Vermont speaking Swahili and Kirundi, then rebuilt her life again after a traumatic brain injury a few years later. This week, she starts at Saint Michael's College on a full scholarship—determined to be like the social worker who was once there for her.
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Conversation and believing that every person deserves a path that works for them are at the heart of planning for the future. As you connect with others during summer break, keep in mind that (fortunately!) Vermont offers great options to help bring every student’s goals to life.
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What began as a middle school class grew into a passion for language and human connection. As a first-generation student, Lily navigated the college search and financial aid process with determination, finding a path to a career where she will help others communicate and be understood.
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At 27, Sophia lives a life defined by caring for others. A nurse manager, National Guard veteran, and lifelong wildlife rehabilitator, she balanced full-time work, military service, and community commitments as she earned her nursing degree, debt-free.
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Nikki embraces hard work. From her early days as a caregiver to her current role in orthopedics, she’s steadily building her skills, fueled by a passion for science and patient care. Now, she’s setting her sights on what’s next.
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At VSAC’s Day at the State House, we celebrated 60 years of investing in education—and in Vermont’s future. Students took the podium to share their personal journeys, offering powerful reminders of what’s possible when opportunity meets determination.
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