Parents | VELA Scholars Program

The VELA Scholars program provides Amherst Regional Middle School (ARMS) students with learning and enrichment opportunities after regular school hours beyond what might otherwise be available to them. We work hard to increase students’ confidence, social, and emotional well-being, as well as their academic performance. By working with teachers, interns, community partners, and other students in the classroom and beyond, VELA hopes students will:

Increase core competencies and comprehension in academic subjects

Engage in intellectually stimulating and personally interesting projects and activities

Prevent the loss of recently learned skills and knowledge

Feel a greater connection to ARMS and the local community

Have fun while learning!

Information for Parents & Family Members

Family Engagement

Parents and families are encouraged to participate!!

Examples on how you can volunteer:

Lending extra support for enrichments
Chaperoning field trips
Cooking/Baking for Holiday/ Last Day Potluck or bake sales.
Presenting cultural pieces (telling us about your culture through speaking, performance, dance or art!)
Presenting your career path (talking about your career path, what you do and why you chose to do it)
Those who are talented in extreme couponing can help us stock up on cleaning, art, snacks or other supplies

If you would like to know more information about how you can volunteer do not hesitate to contact us!!

ALL forms must be completed & returned in order for your student to participate in the program. You will be contacted via phone or email upon acceptance.