The Business Department is completely networked with computers in a three room suite. The school yearbook is published by the students with the help of an adviser using desktop publishing and regular 35 mm and digital camera. With the implementation of the Hi-Tech grant, the entire high school is networked and online. There are two laptop computers for teachers to check out and one laptop available for the students to check out overnight. The five communities of Worthington, Switz City, Lyons, Marco, and Newberry are predominately rural, middle class population of approximately 4,600 people.
Most wage earners go elsewhere for jobs.
Opportunities are very limited in the area. The school community covers an area of 250 square miles. Student must be enrolled in at least 8 semesters in an accredited high school. We provide opportunities which range from vocational preparation to academic honors preparation. The White River Valley High School curriculum offers over 115 different courses and internships for students to explore.