Our Program

Accotink Academy serves students ages five through twenty-one years who are referred for special education accommodations to address learning and/or emotional disabilities. Instruction is individualized and instructional materials and methodology are equated with the learning style and developmental needs of the students. The instruction employs a diversity of materials and techniques. On-going evaluation is an integral part of the instructional program. For all students, the academic day includes not only an emphasis on students' identified areas of academic need, but incorporates specific subject areas such as science, social studies, math, reading, language arts, art, career awareness, vocational preparation, and on-the-job training. Close contact is maintained with the placement specialists in the student's home county to insure that the student receives proper credit for coursework.

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Classes are small, with a low student-to-teacher ratio. All classrooms have one lead teacher and one, two, or three co-teachers, or assistants. Students are supported in their learning and educational functioning by the service staff from Speech/Language, Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, and Clinical Psychology, as identified in their IEP's. Transition services are offered by the Vocational Education Department for students ages fourteen years and above. A multidisciplinary team approach is utilized to ensure that all of the students' needs are appropriately addressed. A school-wide Behavior Management/Level System is used to reinforce the appropriate academic and behavioral functioning of Accotink students. The Behavioral Crisis Center is available for students who are experiencing difficulties following school behavioral expectations.

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Accotink Academy has three computer labs as well as classroom computers with IBM-compatible multimedia systems. These computer systems provide an alternative learning medium and allow students to practice and improve computer skills. An extensive software selection in reading, math, and language arts, is available to teachers for enhancement of their students' daily classroom activities.