Business Details
Personalized Education for Students Who Learn Differently
Morrison School is a dedicated institution serving students in grades PK-12 who learn differently. Our structured, multisensory, and personalized approach addresses both academic challenges and strengths, utilizing evidence-based strategies to support individual growth. Accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities and the Virginia Council for Private Education, we provide a safe, nurturing environment where students develop academic proficiency, social competence, and self-confidence.Our program emphasizes individualized instruction plans, small class sizes, and a positive behavior management system to foster independence and accountability. Through partnerships like Rivers Way and Junior Appalachian Musicians, we offer experiential learning opportunities that enhance personal and social development. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their maximum potential while preparing them for personal happiness, job success, and good citizenship.
Services
Special Education Programs
Individualized Instruction
Behavior Management
Summer Learning Program
Early Childhood Education
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized, multisensory instruction tailored to learning differences.
- Our program is accredited by Virginia education authorities for specialized services.
- We implement a token economy system to reinforce positive behaviors and accountability.
- Our staff provides individualized instruction plans for academic and social development.
- We partner with organizations like Rivers Way for experiential learning opportunities.
Associations and certifications
- Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities
- Virginia Council for Private Education
What people say
Great academic growth
Supportive staff relationships
Safe learning environment
Individualized attention
Positive behavior focus
Services
Special Education Programs
Our structured, multisensory programs address specific learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders. Individualized instruction plans combine academic remediation with social skills development. Small group settings allow teachers to focus on mastery-based learning while building student confidence and independence.
Behavior Management
We implement a token economy system that rewards academic production, appropriate social behaviors, and positive attitudes. Students earn tokens for demonstrating responsibility and work habits, which can be exchanged for educational privileges and community experiences that reinforce accountability.
Summer Learning Program
This program maintains academic progress during summer months through structured instruction and skill reinforcement. Students engage in individualized learning activities while continuing to practice organizational skills and independent work habits developed during the school year.
Early Childhood Education
Our Pre-K and Kindergarten program builds academic foundations in reading, writing, and math while developing focus techniques and social behaviors. Certified teachers use play-based learning to establish early organizational skills and positive classroom engagement patterns for students aged four and older.
Experiential Learning
Through Rivers Way partnerships, students participate in outdoor activities like rock climbing and canoeing. These experiences develop teamwork, leadership, and risk-taking abilities while reinforcing classroom lessons about responsibility and personal growth in real-world settings.
Questions
What learning differences does Morrison School support?
We support students with specific learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and giftedness requiring tailored instruction.
Are students required to wear uniforms?
We have a dress code policy but do not require formal uniforms for students.
Does Morrison School offer extracurricular activities?
Yes, we provide music programs, art instruction, student council, yearbook club, and outdoor adventures through Rivers Way.
How does the token economy system work?
Students earn tokens for academic progress and positive behavior, which can be exchanged for privileges and rewards.
What grade levels are served?
We serve students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade in individualized learning environments.
Reviews (1)
Andrew Kestner
Jan 12, 2014
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As I still go there, and plan to graduate, this magnificent school has opened up my mind about so many things. Though the small environment set me off at first, I have come from hating it, to loving the simplicity of a house. It shows what determination can do. This school shows that you don't need much, to have one of the best learning experiences possible. It has tremendously helped my behavior, from being a little kid full of rage, to a calm 12 year old. Whether it be the trips to the YMCA, or River's Way, I will always love this school, I don't believe I'm leaving for a while.
-Andrew Kestner
-Andrew Kestner