ARHA residents gather for a photo prior to the kick off of the ARHA-SRG Scholars Program June 13 at ARHA headquarters on Wythe Street. Janet Barnett
The Alexandria Redevelopment Housing Authority kicked off a partnership with Northern Virginia Community College that allows ARHA residents to earn college credit.
The six-week summer school session began June 13 at ARHA headquarters on Wythe Street in Old Town, where classes will be held through July 20.
The ARHA residents can now earn college credit through the ARHA-SRG Scholars program, which is a new partnership between ARHA, Northern Virginia Community College, The Social Responsibility Group (SRG), with support from the Friends of Frederick Douglass Memorial Cemetery, and the Department of Recreation and Cultural Activities.
The first cohort of 15 ARHA residents, who are interested in earning college credits towards an associate degree, began classes June 13 with a special kickoff ceremony.
The summer history class immerses students in Alexandria’s past and highlights the achievements of residents from various sections of the city. Included are visits to historical sites throughout the city in an educational shuttle.
The majority of the first cohort have their expenses fully covered by financial aid. Students range in age from recent high school graduates to older adults.