Advanced Education for a Skilled Workforce

Edison Academy Awards

Come Celebrate with Us! The 2018-2019 Edison Academy Awards will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2019, starting at 6:30 PM in the Edison High School Auditorium. We will be celebrating the 2018-2019 school year; recognizing student accomplishments, program milestones, our outstanding teachers and staff, and top business partnerships. Come join us for our awards program and cupcakes provided by our Culinary students, as we celebrate all the many things that make Edison Academy such a great place to work and learn!

Congratulations to State SkillsUSA Winners

Congratulations to all of our students who competed at State SkillsUSA contests, April 12-13, in Virginia Beach. Special congratulations go to the students who earned medals for their outstanding accomplishments at the competitions.
Jaylah E. (Edison HS)—Silver medal—Restaurant Service
Tatiana A. (Edison HS)—Silver medal—Veterinary Assisting
Ernesto S. (West Springfield HS)—Bronze medal—Culinary Arts
Bailey B. (West Springfield HS)—Bronze medal—Job Skill Demonstration Open
Dominique W. (Lake Braddock SS)—Bronze medal—Restaurant Service

Inclement Weather - What To Do

Want information about how inclement weather affects the academy schedule?

Seeking Summer Work or Employment After Graduation?

If you're looking for a summer work experience or are trying to enter a field to start your career after high school check out the listings on our Jobs for Graduates and Soon-to-be Graduates page.

Automotive Opportunities for Paid Work Experience

Local employers are seeking students with an interest in the automotive field for both part-time and full-time employment. Saratoga Sunoco, A1 Trailer Truck and Auto Service, AA Auto Collision & Repair are all hiring part-time and full-time summer employees. For more information and contact details visit the full announcement.

LF Jennings to Offer Summer Helper Positions to Students

LF Jennings has summer helper positions in construction paying $13 per hour for High School students and $14 per hour for college students. Students who are interested should click for the full announcements and more details.

HVAC Summer School with Cropp Metcalfe

Concerned about the rising cost of college and student debt? Are you an individual who is highly motivated and who likes working with your hands? Do you find the traditional university programs don't seem like a fit for you? Perhaps Cropp Metcalfe Academy is the path you're looking for. Cropp Metcalfe will offer a special Summer School Academy program to try out the HVAC field and see if it's a good fit for you.

Congratulations to Students of the Third Quarter

Congratulations to our Students of the Third Quarter for 2018-2019. See the Blog for photos.

Culinary Scholarships

Educated Eats Scholarships are sponsored by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington's Education Foundation for students planning to study in the culinary field. Check out the full announcement for more information.

Scholarship for Trade School or Vocational School

This scholarship is sponsored by the Injured Workers Law Firm of Richmond, VA. See full announcement for scholarship requirements and link to apply.

Ethiopian Heritage College Scholarship

The 2019 – 2020 Ethiopian Heritage College Scholarships is activated and applications are currently being accepted.
All applications must be received no later than midnight June 28, 2019, to be eligible for consideration.
Scholarship winners will receive a $1,000 annual award, up to a maximum total award of $4,000.

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