Yadkin Valley Regional Career Academy

Yadkin Valley Regional Career Academy The objective of the academy is to develop the globally skilled workforce needed to supply the growth industries of the area.

The Yadkin Valley Regional Career Academy is a public school of choice that re-invents high school around students’ career interests, a rigorous core curriculum integrated with relevant work and community experiences, and innovative uses of technology that result in graduating all students ready for careers and post-secondary education that support the evolving economic needs of the Piedmont Triad Region. In the fall of 2012, the Academy opened in Davidson County. The academy is also a research and development resource to assist high schools in partnering districts in developing innovative, career-relevant curriculum, instructional approaches and uses of technology that will increase graduation rates and post-secondary success in careers and further education. The academy, very different from traditional secondary instruction, is based on contextual and Project Based Learning, student centered instruction where students learn entrepreneurship, increasing responsibility and future-ready skills in an industry relevant, team driven environment supported by technology. The initial career paths of the academy are global logistics, advanced technologies/manufacturing, and health sciences/medical informatics. The core values of the academy include:

• STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
• Entrepreneurship/Intrapreneurship
• 21st Century Work Skills
o Teamwork
o Communications
o Critical Thinking
o Problem Solving
o Creativity

The academy curriculum is designed to increase the rigor and relevance of STEM-related core academic content through integration with industry-relevant technical applications and technologies. The academy will include an internship program during year 11 and year 12, as well as a variety of career-relevant curricula, job shadowing, career orientation and mentorships supported by business and community partners. Depending on the chosen career path, flexible schedules may include 3 or more days of academy instruction or relevant online learning, accompanied by multiple days of an active industry internship.

It's official! YVRCA is a THREE TIME NC Model STEM School of Distinction! 2018 - 2022 - 2026Congratulations to our amazi...
09/04/2026

It's official! YVRCA is a THREE TIME NC Model STEM School of Distinction! 2018 - 2022 - 2026
Congratulations to our amazing students and phenomenal faculty!
Davidson County Schools, NC

08/20/2026

DCS Families: ClassDojo is FREE! 🆓

We want to clear up some confusion as we expand the use of ClassDojo across Davidson County Schools: There is NO cost for families to use ClassDojo for school communication.

ClassDojo is completely FREE for every DCS family, teacher, and student. Families do not need to purchase a subscription to receive school announcements, classroom updates, athletics information, messages, or other DCS communications.

You may see optional paid features offered within the ClassDojo app, but these are additional enrichment services offered by ClassDojo and are NOT required by Davidson County Schools.

Simply watch for an invitation from your child’s teacher or school, create your free account, and get connected! ✅

No subscription required. No payment required. Just another easy way to stay connected with DCS!

08/17/2026
Good morning, sunshine! Seniors welcomed day 10 watching the sun rise on an incredible year. Keep making memories!
08/17/2026

Good morning, sunshine! Seniors welcomed day 10 watching the sun rise on an incredible year. Keep making memories!

UPDATE to paying school fees: SchoolCash online is currently open for students who are returning this year. NEW student...
08/06/2026

UPDATE to paying school fees: SchoolCash online is currently open for students who are returning this year. NEW students can pay school fees in the office until the system opens later this month.

The Class of 2027 started this school year with style and smiles! Thank you, seniors, for making this morning extra spec...
08/04/2026

The Class of 2027 started this school year with style and smiles! Thank you, seniors, for making this morning extra special and welcoming for everyone.

YVRCA School Supply list is available on our website: https://4.files.edl.io/3757/07/30/26/193907-90ceda99-4a32-48ac-b76...
07/30/2026

YVRCA School Supply list is available on our website:https://4.files.edl.io/3757/07/30/26/193907-90ceda99-4a32-48ac-b761-6a67a7666dd8.pdf

New Student Orientation will be on Thursday, July 30 from 8:30-12:00 for all freshmen and first-year students. The staff...
07/29/2026

New Student Orientation will be on Thursday, July 30 from 8:30-12:00 for all freshmen and first-year students. The staff is very excited to meet you and we have a lot of wonderful things planned for you that morning. We will also give backpacks and devices for 1st-year students at orientation.

Student fees can not be paid through Schools Cash Online until the first day of school. All payments must go through Schools Cash Online. You must pay your technology fee by Friday, August 7th, otherwise your computer will be locked. Waiver forms for school fees only are available at the office.

School's out for summer! Starting Tuesday, May, 26, 2026, YVRCA's office and administration will operate on summer hour...
05/20/2026

School's out for summer! Starting Tuesday, May, 26, 2026, YVRCA's office and administration will operate on summer hours.

Monday, 5/25/26 - CLOSED
5/26/26 - 7/23/26 -
Monday - Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday - CLOSED
*Thursday, 7/2/26 - 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Today, we celebrate more than graduates—we celebrate leaders, dreamers, creators, and innovators. 🎓 Congratulations to t...
05/18/2026

Today, we celebrate more than graduates—we celebrate leaders, dreamers, creators, and innovators. 🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Your future is bright, and we can’t wait to see the impact you make. Davidson County Schools, NC

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2065 E Holly Grove Rd
Lexington, NC
27292

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+13362425820

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