Special education · Grades K–8
Sheldon Academy
Children learn in different ways. Sheldon Academy gives students ages 5 to 15 the individual attention, curriculum and therapeutic support they need to succeed.
Empowering children to learn
Sheldon Academy is VAC’s special education school for students in grades K–8 with special needs. Our experienced staff make sure each student gets the therapy and educational supervision they need to reach their full potential as adults. Students are referred by their sending school district.
Therapeutic Summer Program
A six-week program, June through August, for elementary students with significant emotional and behavioral challenges. Students spend the summer outdoors learning social skills in a safe, highly structured, adventure-based setting: state parks, fishing, hiking, canoeing, swimming, archery and arts and crafts. It often qualifies as an Extended School Year (ESY) service when a need is identified on a child’s IEP.
Culinary Arts
Students interested in food service learn basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, new ingredients and how to follow a recipe. Much of what they cook comes from the VAC Community Garden, where students work every week.
Information tours
Parents and school officials are welcome to visit. Each session includes a tour and time for questions. Call 802-775-2395, ext. 2304 to register.
Contact Sheldon Academy
802-775-2395, ext. 2304
802-775-2395, ext. 2302