Who We Are
Victory Ridge Academy is a public charter school that is different from other public schools serving special needs children. With emphasis on children with communication deficits, emotional/behavioral challenges and physical disabilities, VRA uses a unique model that combines an individualized educational program with a medical and behavioral programs to meet both the educational and therapeutic needs of the child. Teachers, Para-educators, Behavior Specialists and Therapists work together as a team. Some of our unique areas include:
- PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)
- Adaptive Physical Education
- Individualized and Systemic Behavior Plans
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Teams
- STEM Program (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
- Augmentative Technology Systems
- Early Intervention
- Therapeutic Playground
- Therapeutic Horse Riding and Hippotherapy
- Participation in Special Olympics
- Animal Assisted Therapy (Therapeutic Labrador, bunnies, horses)
- SCERTS – For children on the Autism Spectrum
- Parent Workshops and Support Groups
Victory Ridge Academy is a non-profit learning center serving students with a variety of special needs; Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay, Spina Bifada, Down’s syndrome and many more. We specialize with children on the Autism Spectrum; children with physical disabilities, children with behavior challenges and children with physical impairment. Some Pre-K children with developmental disabilities transition to regular/mainstream kindergarten after experiencing the specialized intervention provided by Victory Ridge Academy.