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Early College Academy (VECA) is a school
within the Valdosta City School System
in partnership with Valdosta State
University. VECA is a small school
designed for students to earn both a
high school diploma and up to 60
semester hours of college credit by the
end of 12th
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Ingrid Hall
Principal |
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Located in the Dewar College of
Education on the campus of Valdosta
State University
Each
year two classes of 18 sixth graders are
admitted
2014-2015 school year will see VECA
as a 6-12 grade school with 250 students
Ethnic
diversity mirrors Valdosta City Schools
VECA
follows Valdosta City Schools Academic
Calendar
Highly
qualified and caring faculty
Summer
Academic Academy
Academic support provided by VSU
faculty, students, community partners
and academy teachers
Partnership among community, parents,
Valdosta State University and
Valdosta City Schools
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Curriculum
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Blends middle/high school and
college into a seamless technology
rich education program
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Provides rigorous curriculum with
high academic and behavioral
expectations
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Offers small classes in
collaborative and discovery learning
environment
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Instruction designed to meet the
needs of each student
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Focus on math, science and language
arts
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Students
Target population: Low income, first
generation high school/college, and
struggling learners with potential
Become members of the VSU campus
community with access and privileges
to many university resources
Dedicated, hard working and willing
to put forth the effort necessary to
achieve to their potential
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Mission
Valdosta Early College Academy is a
student-centered learning community committed to
providing engaging, rigorous academic
coursework. We promote the care and support
needed for all students to meet high
expectations and experience success in college
coursework prior to high school graduation.
Admission & Eligibility
Students are nominated for admission based on
several criteria: standardized test results,
attendance, and recommendations from current
teachers, school and community leaders.
Service Learning
Students will complete a minimum of 20 hours
of community service each year. Participation in
the community develops students’ appreciation
for Valdosta and enriches their understanding
and empathy for others.
Sports & Clubs
Students will be eligible for membership in
all sports and clubs offered by Valdosta Middle
School and Newbern Middle School. Academy clubs
may be formed based on student interest.
Contacts:
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Valdosta Early College
Academy
Ingrid Hall
Principal,
Valdosta Early College Academy
Dewar College of Education
Valdosta State University
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta, GA 31698
E-mail
ihall@gocats.org
Phone229-333-7594 |
Dr. Brian Gerber
Director of Curriculum & Instructional
Outreach Dewar College of Education
Valdosta State University
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta, GA 31698
Phone
229-333-5353
Email
blgerber@valdosta.edu
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