Students in the Snoqualmie Valley School District’s Transition Learning Center were named Volunteers of the Year by the Snoqualmie Valley YMCA.

The honor was announced this fall at an awards ceremony in Seattle. The YMCA of Greater Seattle honored the students among 15 special volunteers (out of 15,000 volunteers) who support the organization.

“The TLC students have provided the Snoqualmie Valley YMCA with an invaluable community partner,” said YMCA Director Dave Mayer. “The quality and detail of their work has improved the look, feel and quality of our facility on a daily basis and provided a great learning experience in a public setting. Their passion for a job well done has brought a contagious enthusiasm to our branch every day!”

Students were commended for the quality of their work, from folding towels to washing windows, which enables Y staff members to focus on other responsibilities, knowing that the facility’s needs are being met.

The Transition Learning Center, based at Mount Si High School, provides real-life opportunities for qualified students, 18 to 21, in the Snoqualmie Valley. Students receive vocational training and learn independent living skills that help them develop job skills, leading to a satisfying and meaningful adult life.

Local businesses or organizations that have internship opportunities for TLC students, can contact the TLC office at (425) 831-8198 or send e-mail to bollingerb@svsd410.org. For more information about the program and other training sites, visit the TLC website, http://www.svsd410.org/Domain/629.