The Halton School
An extraordinary school designed for 3-8th graders with Asperger’s and traits associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
In response to the limited education options in the greater Charlotte region for average- to above-average intelligence children with Asperger’s/Autism Spectrum Disorder and other specific learning differences, Aspire Carolinas Foundation opened The Halton School.
Surrounded by a group of focused and caring professionals, students and their families experience what The Huntersville Education Village is all about: creating an environment specifically tailored to their students’ educational needs. An environment that empowers them to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
Located at 11414 Beatties Ford Road, The Halton School is housed in a 6,000 square foot renovated home. This historic home has a peaceful ambiance and many large, beautiful rooms that are ideal classrooms. Entering through the sunny front porch, students are welcomed by a sense of comfort and belonging as this school is truly their ‘home away from home.’
K-12 School for Students with Learning Differences (LD) and a School Within a School.
The master plan calls for the construction of approximately 70,000 square feet of building space to serve families who have children with learning differences and includes a dedicated school wing for up to 75 Asperger’s and autism spectrum students. Often referred to as a school within a school, this synergetic arrangement allows the LD and Asperger’s/autism spectrum schools to share resources. The building plans include classrooms for lower-, middle-, and upper-school students, and features shared spaces including a dining hall, gymnasium, music room, art room, counselor offices, a central receptionist desk, and school administrative offices.
Aspire Trade High School
Aspire Trade High School is an innovative industry specific trade school serving grades 9-12. This school is the only charter model of its kind in North Carolina featuring “hands-on” labs. At this rigorous academic school students will have the ability to earn a diploma AND a trade certificate during their four years. Students will begin trade instruction in their freshman year and will be able to enter an apprenticeship with a local company during their senior year to gain additional experience. Students will have opportunities to explore career options in industry-specific trades like HVAC, plumbing, data science, carpentry, culinary, masonry/ceramic tile, welding/fabrication, medical assistant, medical coding and automotive. Students will have trade instructors that are experts in their industry and will use curriculum that would lead students towards NC trade certification or licensure if that is available in their chosen field.
We are excited to share this video about Aspire Trade High School filmed in partnership with Nudura.