About Us

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Note: All applicants are required to attend a virtual open house session.

The FIRST Fully Virtual School in the New York City Department of Education!

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide high school students with a rigorous, personalized, and state-of-the-art virtual learning experience emphasizing a project-based learning approach. We are reimagining education to ensure that our students are future-ready by providing access to a digital learning environment that is student-centered, career-connected, rigorous, and culturally responsive.

Vision & Values

At VIA, our vision is to provide an educational experience that emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, culturally relevant problem-solving, and design thinking. We aim to create community members who are empowered to improve humanity and make a positive impact on the world.

Unique Features

As a fully virtual high school, there are numerous unique elements of the VIA experience:

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Now Accepting Incoming 9th and 10th Grade Students for the 2025-2026 School Year!

Create an account on myschools.nyc and select Virtual Innovators Academy using code X36V.

The counselor at your current school can assist in completing the necessary application materials.

Staff at a Family Welcome Center can assist you in completing the application process.

Have Questions?

Contact us to learn more about our offerings and receive application assistance!

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