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Education Alternative - Newport News, An Achievable Dream

10858 Warwick Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23601

Eligibility
Newport News Eligibility: Kindergarten through 2nd grade: Zoned to An Achievable Dream Academy Rising 3rd through 6th grade: City wide Virginia Beach Eligibility: Kindergarten through rising 9th grade: City Wide. Please note that transportation is not currently provided for all school zones. See the list below of school zones where transportation would be provided by VBCPS should the student be accepted.
Hours
8am to 5pm from Monday through Friday
Languages
Spanish
Application process
To be considered for admission, you must complete the student application and attend an information session. More information found on the website.
Fees
None
Service area
Newport News, VA Virginia Beach, VA
An Achievable Dream Academies is a nationally recognized K-12 program that operates four schools in partnership with Newport News Public Schools and Virginia Beach City Public Schools, serving over 1,700 students. AAD integrates an array of research-based strategies into a unique program that yields significant results in academic achievement, positive behavior, and the development of critical life skills. Key Program Elements Include: Extended Academic Time — Allowing teachers to connect with students one-on-one Social, Mindset & Academic — Curriculum designed to equip students to succeed outside of the classroom Field Trips & Clubs — Over 60 field trips a year at no cost to AAD families College Prep & Workforce Readiness Program — Including scholarship assistance and job fairs School Uniforms — Uniforms erase social stigmas related to clothes Enriching Partnerships — Allows students to connect with a variety of community leaders SCHOOLS: Newport News An Achievable Dream Academy An Achievable Dream Middle and High School Virginia Beach Seatack Elementary, An Achievable Dream Academy An Achievable Dream Middle School & High School at Lynnhaven
Providing organization
An Achievable Dream, Inc.
An Achievable Dream is a nationally recognized educational nonprofit dedicated to the belief that all children can learn and succeed. Co-operating schools in partnership with public school districts in Newport News and Virginia Beach, Virginia, An Achievable Dream works to level the playing field for students in under-served communities by providing additional tools and opportunities to equip students for success. An Achievable Dream develops independent, productive citizens through a Social, Academic, and Mindset Education (SAME®).