Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC)

09/08/2026

More than three decades ago, Violetta's family came to Vermont. Years later, when she found herself back at the starting line, she knew school was her way through—and The Curtis Fund was there to help.

The Curtis Fund has always been about more than tuition. It's about opening doors that can change the course of a life, and sometimes a family's. VSAC is proud to serve as a Curtis Fund administrative partner.

Violetta's story is a powerful reminder: when we invest in one Vermonter's education, the impact can reach far beyond a single scholarship.

After eight years out of the workforce, Violetta feared she had become unhireable. She returned to school, earned two nursing degrees with support from The Curtis Fund, and built a new career. Now her daughter is a Curtis Fund scholar, too.

09/04/2026

As students return to Mill River Union High School in Clarendon, they may find that their school-issued computers were spruced up by three of their peers.

With the supervision of District Technology Innovation and Support Specialist Ryan Anderson, three students spent the summer serving as apprentices in the district’s information technology department.

One of the students is Lee Burch. "“I was always really into technology,” Burch said. “While I was building my first computer, I was invited to hang out in the tech office during Flex. When I heard that I could do that over the summer as a job ... I was really excited that I could get to do something I really liked.”

Shoutout to Lee and his fellow apprentices, Samuel Ruck and Gavin LeMere. The year is off to a great start at Mill River, in part because of you!

NORTH CLARENDON — Three Mill River Union High School tenth-graders swapped lazy days for broken Chromebooks and aging IT systems this summer.

09/03/2026

A longtime VSAC partner, Community College of Vermont (CCV) answers the call, time after time, deploying unique and insightful strategies that fulfill critical education needs for students of all ages.

One of the many ways that CCV makes school financially doable is 802Opportunity. Managed by VSAC, 802Opportunity offers free tuition to CCV for Vermont students with a family income of $100,000 or less. More: vsac.org/802Opportunity

Through all of its changes over the past 50-plus years, CCV has sought to provide postsecondary education to any Vermonter who applies.

09/02/2026

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. That curiosity led her to start exploring what a future in healthcare might look like, and she's trusting the process as she applies to college.
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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.

09/01/2026

Are you looking for a job that's hands-on, rewarding, and has many open positions? The trades offer a unique opportunity to build skills that last a lifetime.

The Vermont Trades Tuition Benefit Program, which provides tuition-free training to students of any age, can help you get the training you need to get on a path to a steady, rewarding job.
🎯 Construction
🎯 Electrical
🎯 HVAC
🎯 Plumbing
🎯 Energy efficiency
🎯 Robotics
🎯and more!

Interested in pursuing a career in skilled trades? The Vermont Trades Tuition Benefit Program offers tuition-free learning.

08/31/2026

📣 Calling all educators, administrators, and navigators!📣

Are you curious about what students are saying about their high school education and post-graduation plans?

Join VSAC's free Senior Survey Professional Learning Workshop to explore the results of the 2026 VSAC Senior Survey, a statewide study that captures Vermont seniors' high school experiences and postsecondary plans.

Dive into your school's own survey report as well as statewide data, celebrate successes, identify opportunities for growth, and gain valuable insights.

Lunch is on us!

Workshop locations and registration:
🗓️ November 6, 9 AM – 3 PM, VINS, Quechee: vsac.org/events/vsac-senior-survey-professional-learning-central-vt
🗓️ November 13, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Catamount Arts, Saint Johnsbury: vsac.org/events/vsac-senior-survey-professional-learning-northeast-kingdom
🗓️ November 19, 9 AM – 3 PM, VSAC, Winooski: vsac.org/events/vsac-senior-survey-professional-learning-northern-vt-0

The VSAC Senior Survey for South-Central Vermont provides "real-time" feedback on the student experience at your school as well as data on the student experience across Vermont.

08/27/2026

New school year, new goals.

Whatever's next for you—high school, college, or career—VSAC is here to help when you need us. Good luck this year!

08/26/2026

Neema Isidore came to Vermont from Burundi, 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 have a career like the social worker who was once there for her.

Sponsor Spotlight: New community, culture, language, and an injury: And yet Neema is unstoppable

08/25/2026

Thinking about going back to school? Last year more than 3,000 adult learners took advantage of 802Opportunity.

802Opportunity unlocks free Community College of Vermont (CCV) tuition for Vermont residents with a household income under $100,000 who don't have a bachelor's degree.

Choose from over 30 flexible programs, day or evening classes, in person or online.

Curious? Fall classes start September 8, and registration is open now.

802Opportunity is VSAC's newest program that offers free CCV tuition. Choose from over 30 flexible programs.

08/24/2026

📣Calling all Education Professionals! 📣
Join VSAC for online financial aid workshops, for free via Zoom.

Financial Aid 101: September 16, 9:00-10:30 AM
Learn about available programs, timelines, and best ways to advise students and families on financial aid for education or training after high school. Topics include: eligibility, FAFSA, Vermont Grants, tuition benefit programs administered by VSAC, VSAC scholarships, loans, Early College, Dual Enrollment, and more.

Federal, State, and VSAC Updates: September 29, 9:00-11:00 AM
Topics include: FAFSA enhancements, news and updates regarding tuition benefit programs, dates to hold for upcoming student events, and more.
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