Graduate with a plan

The federal Project Grant award of $296,000.00, awarded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education on September 1, 2024, will support the "Graduate with a Plan" initiative delivered by the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC). This grant, awarded under the Innovative Approaches to Literacy; Promise Neighborhoods; Full-Service Community Schools; and Congressionally Directed Spending for Elementary and Secondary Education Community Projects program (CFDA 84.215), aims to enhance educational opportunities and support for children and students from birth through 12th grade in high-need areas. VSAC, a not-for-profit organization, will leverage the funding to provide comprehensive support services, educational programming, and financial assistance to address the specific needs of Vermonters, with a focus on supporting students' successful progression from early childhood through post-secondary education. The grant has a project period from September 1, 2024, to September 30, 2026.