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News Releases
15
Aug
Back-to-School: Vermont Leaders Expand Access to Education and Training
By Scott Giles, President
As summer unfolds, students are getting ready for the school year ahead. This year, back-to-school is a bit more financially manageable for many Vermont’s families, thanks to Vermont leaders who made an exceptional investment to...
03
Aug
VSAC Receives $50,000 to Support Afghan Refugees
VSAC has been awarded $50,000 from the State Refugee Office of the Vermont Agency of Human Services to serve people from Afghanistan who immigrate to Vermont
The funding, which will run through VSAC’s Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), will enable VSAC to counsel Afghans on education and careers, as well as travel, materials, translation, and interpretation.
Hundreds of Afghans...
26
Jun
Statement on the Adjournment of the 2023 Legislative Session
By Scott Giles, President
The 2023 legislative session delivered transformative education and workforce training initiatives for students, parents, and Vermont. With many newly elected lawmakers, there was a palpable sense of energy under the Golden Dome.
...22
Jun
Babies Receive Education Savings
Babies born 5/29 receive $100 in a VT529 education savings account from VSAC and Vermont Hospitals
Parents of one lucky baby opened her VT529 account before she was born!
There’s no doubt that the to-do list is long for parents of newborns. Recognizing that those first days are busy, and it’s never too early to start saving for...
21
Jun
Annual Veterans Summit 2023
VSAC and Partners Highlight Education Opportunities for Veterans and Service Members
Vermont National Guard Scholarships and Tuition Benefit Program available to active members
The 11th Annual Veterans Summit was held on Vermont State University’s Lyndon Campus on Wednesday, June 14. Veterans, military families...
20
Jan
VSAC Scholarship Booklet Puts Students in Touch with Funding Opportunities
Scholarships for Vermonters
WINOOSKI, VT. -- For students who are applying to college this year, or who are looking for financial help for ongoing college study or for continuing education, it pays to research scholarship opportunities.
Every year, VSAC...