New Vista School
School Notes Overview:
New Vista School is a grade 6-12+ progressive educational center that provides a safe, structured educational environment serving the needs of students with Asperger Syndrome, high-functioning Autism, and language learning disabilities who may benefit from social and transitional skills development. We maximize personal achievement and foster independence through academics, social skills, self-advocacy, and community involvement. Designed for students in grades six through 12-plus, our school promotes academic achievement and fosters independence through academics, social skills, self-advocacy, and community involvement. Our two academic programs flow from middle through high school and while integrating the social skills so necessary for effective living. Our transition program provides guidance for high school students and above, assisting with career searches, job training, college exploration, and work experience under the guidance of a transition specialist. Students are shown new avenues to challenge their minds and prepare them for their adult lives while being supported and guided by professionals, parents, and educators who seek only the best for each student. All New Vista School graduates earn a high school diploma. We welcome you to take a closer look at New Vista School....
School Overview:
New Vista School |
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| School Type | Special Education School | ||
| School Membership(s) | Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 6 - 12 | ||
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes | ||
| Programs for Learning Differences | Yes | ||
| Learning Differences Supported | Autism, Asperger, Learning Differences, AD/HD, and others | ||
| Year Founded | 2006 | ||
| County | Orange County, CA | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | n/a | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
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(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | n/a | 41% | |
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 90% | ||
| Average Class Size | 5 | ||
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | n/a | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $18,000 | ||
| Tuition Notes | Financial scholarships available. | ||
| Head of School | Julie Lane | ||
| Admissions Director | Julie Lane | ||
| Admissions Associate | Lisa Mason | ||
| Extracurricular | |||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 7 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Dance | Girls' Club | ||
| Newsletter/Yearbook Club | Student Leadership Team | ||
| Therapeutic Horseback Riding | Venturer Group | ||
| Yoga | |||
School Notes:
- WASC Accredited Social Skills Training Curriculum High School Diploma Accommodations and Modifications as Appropriate High-Functioning Autism Asperger Syndrome Special Learning Needs Transition Program as Students Prepare for Post-Seconday Education and Success in the Workplace Caring and Supportive Staff Zero Tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy Safe Environment Student Self-Advocacy Program Organization and Study Skills Re-enforcement Now Accepting Applications At All Grade Levels
- Profile last updated: 07/27/2009
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (92653) | School Zip (92653) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 48,266 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 42% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 52 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.1 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $46,716 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 4.7 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 35 years old | 41 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (92653) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 80% / 20% | 55% / 45% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Ocean View School - 15 students - 1.7 mi. away - view location
- Mission Viejo Christian Junior High School - 55 students - 3.4 mi. away - view location
- Crean Lutheran South High School - 320 students - 4.8 mi. away - view location
- Sage Hill School - 432 students - 5.3 mi. away - view location
- Futures Halstrom High School - 44 students - 5.7 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Laguna Hills, Orange County, Zip 92653
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