RICHFIELD COLLEGE EXPERIENCE PRG

RICHFIELD COLLEGE EXPERIENCE PRG is a Title I public high school that is part of the RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BLOOMINGTON, MN with about 44 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 3 teachers, RICHFIELD COLLEGE EXPERIENCE PRG has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **Richfield College Experience Program (CEP)**, located at 9700 France Avenue South in Bloomington, Minnesota, is a specialized transitional education program designed for young adults with disabilities, typically aged 18 to 21. Rather than a traditional high school environment, the program focuses on "community-based instruction," helping students bridge the gap between their secondary education and adult independence. The curriculum emphasizes the development of essential life skills, including functional academics, vocational training, social interaction, and self-advocacy, all within real-world settings.

The primary goal of the program is to prepare students for successful integration into their post-secondary lives, whether that involves competitive employment, continued education, or supported community living. By utilizing the Bloomington/Richfield community as a classroom, the program provides students with hands-on opportunities to navigate public transportation, engage in workplace internships, and master daily living tasks. Through individualized education plans (IEPs), the staff works closely with students to foster autonomy and ensure they possess the necessary tools to participate fully and productively in their communities after graduation.

For more information, contact RICHFIELD COLLEGE EXPERIENCE PRG at (612) 243-3031 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.