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June 23, 2026June 23, 2026Larry TartaglinoNo Comments

Grateful for the Opportunity — Family Café 2026

It was our honor to be able to represent the DIVE-VRT program with some of our amazing team members. Since 1998, the Family Café has brought Floridians with all types of disabilities together for three days of information, training, and…

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June 23, 2026June 23, 2026Larry TartaglinoNo Comments

Virtual reality job-training creates career paths for young adults with disabilities

We're so proud to share Chase Bernard's story, recently featured in USF Magazine — a story that captures exactly why DIVE-VRT exists. At 21, Chase was working minimum wage at a fast-food restaurant. He knew he was capable of more…

Community Engagement, Events & Updates

May 29, 2026May 29, 2026Larry TartaglinoNo Comments

Honored and Humbled: VR Galaxy Lounge/VRG Learning Institute Recognized at the 37th Annual Mayor’s Award Ceremony

At VRG Learning Institute, we pour everything we have into our community. To have that work recognized at one of Tampa's most distinguished annual events is something we will never take for granted. A Personal Note from Larry Tartaglino, Co-Founder…

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May 29, 2026May 29, 2026Larry TartaglinoNo Comments

DIVE-VRT Graduates Its First Cohort and Launches Careers in HVAC

April 22, 2026 The Delivering Innovative Vocational Education through Virtual Reality Technology (DIVE-VRT) program marked a major milestone — the graduation of its inaugural cohort. Family, friends, staff, and instructors joined 14 participants to celebrate their completion of the pilot…

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June 3, 2025June 3, 2025josh@joshpoole.comNo Comments

Empowering the Future: DIVE-VRT Program Launches to Train Individuals with Disabilities for High-Demand Careers

We’re proud to share the launch of an exciting, forward-thinking initiative that’s transforming how we prepare individuals with disabilities for skilled careers. The Delivering Innovative Vocational Education through Virtual Reality Technology (DIVE-VRT) program is now officially underway, with recruitment open…

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February 15, 2025February 15, 2025josh@joshpoole.comNo Comments

DIVE-VRT at FL APSE Collaboration Summit

The Countdown is On! VRG Learning Institute is excited to announce our participation in the FL APSE Collaboration Summit on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. We will be showcasing our groundbreaking DIVE-VRT (Delivering Innovative Vocational…