Updates from the Regional Achievement Academy

The Regional Achievement Academy (RAA) is excited to share several updates that highlight our students’ creativity, collaboration, and growing sense of community. This month, students are preparing for a schoolwide Holiday Plant Sale, a student-run initiative that combines hands-on learning with the spirit of the season. As they organize the sale, students practice communication skills, greet customers from MOESC, RAA, and The Shore Center, and work together to manage inventory and presentation. The event offers authentic opportunities to build confidence, strengthen social skills, and experience the joy of giving.

In addition to their regular academic and therapeutic programming, students now have the opportunity to select from a new rotation of choice classes designed to spark interest and encourage exploration. The first five-week cycle includes Art, Music, Cooking, and Nutrition, each offering engaging, hands-on experiences that support personal growth and individual strengths. These elective-style classes allow students to discover new interests, develop practical skills, and take ownership of their learning.

Together, the Holiday Plant Sale and the launch of choice classes reflect RAA’s commitment to creating a supportive environment where students can learn, connect, and thrive.