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SPARK Center Prepares Students for Independence | Burlington News
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Winooski School District is launching the SPARK Center, a groundbreaking program for high school students with significant disabilities, set to open late 2027. Designed to fill a critical gap left after a local center closed, SPARK will teach real-world skills like cooking, laundry, budgeting, and personal care—preparing students for independent living. The $380K facility, located on newly purchased property, will offer hands-on learning in a full kitchen, laundry, and garden, serving up to 20 students annually—potentially including those from neighboring districts. While separate from traditional classrooms, students will stay connected to their peers. The center aims to boost independence while cutting costs by keeping students local instead of sending them out of state.
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