About Exceptional Village Academy

 

Who We Are

Exceptional Village Academy is a small school that helps students in grades 8 through 12 learn in ways that work best for them. We create an online learning environment where students feel connected, encouraged, and capable of achieving more than they imagined.  Our personalized learning environment supports diverse learners from across the United States, with current enrollment spanning ten states: California, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, and Maryland.

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Our Story
Exceptional Village Academy began in 2020 during a season of change. What started as a small idea grew into a thriving online community built on connection, care, and creativity. Our founder, Anna Thompson, is a Georgia certified educator with more than thirty years of experience teaching and designing curriculum for students who learn differently. Her heart for education shaped EVA into what it is today, an online school that honors individuality and celebrates growth.

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The EVA Experience

At EVA, learning happens through connection. Our classes feel more like conversations than lectures. Students share ideas, ask questions, and take ownership of their learning in ways that prepare them for life beyond school. Families appreciate the personal communication, consistent support, and meaningful growth they see every week. EVA is where students find confidence, purpose, and a sense of belonging.

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Our Village

Every student who joins EVA becomes part of a caring community that learns together, celebrates progress, and supports one another. Our school remains small so no one is overlooked, and every learner can thrive.  At EVA, we grow together with encouragement, understanding, and purpose.

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Our Purpose

EVA was created to help students see that learning is more than memorizing facts. It’s about developing curiosity, confidence, and courage. Our approach gives students the freedom to learn at their own pace while discovering how their interests connect to the real world.  

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At EVA, we believe learning should feel personal, creative, and full of possibility.  

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Community Celebrations

Honoring Growth, Joy, and Belonging at EVA

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At Exceptional Village Academy, we don’t just teach students—we grow with them, cheer for them, and stand beside them through every step of their journey. This is the space where we pause, reflect, and celebrate the moments that matter most. Whether a student is stepping into leadership, discovering their confidence, or graduating with pride, we honor it all—together.

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Here’s where you’ll find the joyful events that bring our village to life:

Virtual Graduation

Our end-of-year graduation is more than a ceremony—it’s a moment of reflection, pride, and deep celebration. Each graduate is honored by name and story, with heartfelt tributes that spotlight not just what they’ve achieved, but who they’ve become.

Awards Day

We believe growth deserves recognition. Our annual Awards Day highlights the creativity, courage, and character our students show throughout the year. From academic excellence to acts of kindness and leadership, every award is personal, thoughtful, and deeply earned.

Digital Yearbook

Created with student voices and memories, our digital yearbook is more than a collection of photos—it’s a celebration of community. Through art, reflections, class highlights, and shared laughter, it captures the spirit of EVA in a way that lives on long after the school year ends.

 

Take a look inside:
The video below is a personal tribute created for one of our graduates. It’s a glimpse into how we honor each student at EVA—with intention, care, and deep respect for who they are and all they’ve overcome. This clip reflects the kind of celebration our students experience at graduation: heartfelt, meaningful, and rooted in the belief that every learner deserves to be seen and celebrated.