We are proud partners on the first ever Northeast Kingdom Neuroabilities Convergence Project, a unique summer program for area eighth- and ninth-grade students who learn differently and have a dream of going to college. The project offers neurodiverse participants an opportunity to feel good about who they are and to see their own potential through a week of collaborative science and storytelling along with plenty of social time, reflection and fun.
The first program session, July 26-30, takes place in Hardwick at the Grass Roots Art and Community Effort (GRACE) Center. The second session, August 2-6, will be at the Lyndon Outing Club in Lyndonville.
We’ve partnered with the Vermont Learning-Support Initiative (VLSI) and Sunshine Silver Lining, LLC, a consultancy based in Newport supporting youth and family mental health, to present this innovative empowerment program. This program is offered at no cost to participants, thanks to generous foundation and community support.
“VLSI is thrilled to be working with these partners on the Convergence,” Brad Smith, VLSI Executive Director, said. “Our mission to support college-aspiring, neurodiverse learners—in this instance at a key inflection point, the transition from middle school to high school—is teamed with a bold museum initiative to expand the legacy of Alexander Lucius Twilight by actively promoting diversity and equity in our learning communities, and a talented independent professional with a strong creative engagement and workshop background who just lights up a room.”