Valley Forge Educational Services (VFES) offers a continuum of educational, summer and employment-related programs for individuals with disabilities. Through our signature programs— The Vanguard School and Adult and Recreation Services and initiatives--The Vanguard Transition Center and Customized Workforce Solutions—we are committed to helping students and participants develop a strong sense of self-worth to realize their value as contributing members of their communities.
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Checkout these fun moments from Spirit Day! Our elementary school celebrated Hat Day, while the upper school showed their sports pride. #SchoolSpirit
We’re Hiring! Adult and Recreation Services, a VFES program, is hiring for an Employment Specialist. Please visit vfes.net/careers for more information and to apply!
Director of Development Kevin Kane and Executive Director Tom Quinn attended The Cities of Inclusion Disability Summit at Lincoln Financial Field sponsored by VFES partners, Eagles Autism Foundation and Neurodiversity Employment Network, to learn about potential future programs for Vanguard students and alumni.
October is Down Syndrome Acceptance Month! Let’s celebrate the uniqueness and abilities of individuals with Down Syndrome. Together, we can promote acceptance and inclusion for all ?? #DownSyndromeAcceptanceMonth
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this school year's soft launch of Phin’s Café for the 2024-25 school year! We are proud to say our student-run coffee shop has been operating for over two years now! Also, through a special partnership with Vanguard’s horticulture classes, we now are using our home grown herbs and produce to make breakfast sandwiches at Phin's. In exchange, the cafe provides our school's horticultural classes with plants to compost. It’s a rewarding partnership! Thank you to the Eagles Autism Foundation! Their generous support helped launch our coffee shop initiative and part of our on-campus Pre-Employment Training Center (PETC) program. EAF's philanthropy, along with funding from ESSER grants and the Brutten Family Foundation, ensures the continued success and sustainability of our very special Phin's Café.
Today is World Smile Day! ?? A simple smile can create a wave of positivity. Let's spread happiness far and wide! #WorldSmileDay
Today, we’d like to give a shoutout to our custodial team. They help keep our campus clean and tidy so students can learn, staff can serve and participants can experience! Happy Custodian Appreciation Day! #ThankYou
It’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! During NDEAM, we recognize the skills and contributions of workers with disabilities while advocating for inclusive workplaces that empowers individuals to succeed. NDEAM began in 1945 when Congress designated the first week of October to recognize individuals with physical disabilities in an effort to raise awareness about their employment struggles and to pay tribute to their contributions to the workforce. Over time, this week of recognition evolved into a month-long observance for all individuals with disabilities. This year’s theme is ‘Access to Good Jobs for All’ highlights the importance of ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, has equitable opportunities in the workforce. According to a study from the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute., about 42% of young adults on the spectrum aged 21-25 never worked for pay, while those who worked part-time earned $9.11/ hour and only $8.08/hour full-time. NDEAM brings light to these issues and emphasizes the importance of inclusive work environments, the value of workers with disabilities, and equal opportunities for all. Customized Workforce Solutions (CWS), a program of Valley Forge Educational Services, offers individuals employment-related services to adults with disabilities. Our process guides adults with disabilities to define their employment goals, discover their vocational interests and support them in obtaining inclusive, competitive employment. To learn more about our CWS program, visit www.vfes.net/cws or call 610.296.6725 x146 #NDEAM