Special weekend and evening schools offering classes in language and culture have been created by the local Jewish, Islamic and Japanese communities.
Vocational centers, the arts, wildlife — learning opportunities are lifelong! The extensive list of theaters, colleges and universities and other learning centers available within the region can provide you with a great educational foundation. The Spiritos School has been named one of the best schools for autism in the nation; the New Community schools is ranked #1 for special education in Virginia; and the Faison School is ranked #3 for special education in Virginia.
Greater Richmond higher education institutions also offer specialized education programs. Virginia Commonwealth University’s ACE-IT in College is a two-year certificate program designed for students with intellectual disability. VCU’s ACE-IT in College is the first accredited college program in Virginia and the third in the nation.
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Richmond Open High School, an alternative high school in the city, is the top high school in the metro and the 4th high school in the state (USNews)
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