This careful analysis has resulted in the development of several unique programs and educational enhancements designed to ensure that all students can and will be successful. Historically targeting students underrepresented at four-year colleges, AVID provides an array of interventions and supports aimed at assuring that these students can successfully transition to college. Individualization and personalization are key features of the educational environment at Menchville. Collaborative classes where regular education and special education teachers team-teach are available in all major subject areas for mainstreamed special education students. Students work at least 250 hours in a supervised school-approved job that is related to their career interests.
Students also meet once a week in a regularly scheduled class.
Menchville enjoys a wide base of support from the community and local businesses. Menchville's community advisory board serves as the coordinator of services and programs benefiting the school. The school recently received a Virginia Tech Excellence in Education Award for its school-business partnership and advisory board. Implemented in the late 1990s, the senior project is a good example of how community support has enriched academics at Menchville. Providing opportunities for students to demonstrate proficiency, achievement and competency was a driving force behind the development of the senior project.