What is Village School?
Q: What is Village School?
A: Village School (commonly VS) is the oldest public alternative high school in New York State. It is officially recognized by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and certified by the New York State Education Department. It offers its 46 students an individualized system where they can earn credits as they meet curriculum goals that have been established by their teachers.
Q: How was Village School judged?
A: The Center for the Study of Educational Alternatives at Hofstra University judged it very good, and The American School Board Journal gave it the Magna Award for its excellent, unique, high school program.
Q: What type of students attend Village School?
A: All types of students attend the Village School - those with average ability, exceptional learning abilities and artistic talents, or special educational needs. Students who may have felt lost and isolated in a large school often thrive in this smaller and more personalized setting.
Q: What does Village School describe itself as?
A: The school describes itself as a "college preparatory public high school dedicated to encouraging academic success through a non-traditional, innovative curriculum".
Q: Who founded Village School?
A: Co-founder Arnie Langberg has been called "one of the most important pioneers in the field of public alternative education."
Q: How many students are enrolled each year at VS?
A: There are about 50 students enrolled in the Village School each academic year.
Q: What is involved in the admissions process at VS?
A: The admissions process at Village School is comprehensive - each student takes part in an on-campus interview accompanied by a parent, visits twice before being considered a candidate for this program.
