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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!

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