Advanced Technology Center

The Advanced Technology Center (ATC) in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is a specialized career and technical education facility designed to bridge the gap between high school curriculum and real-world industry demands. Operated as a partnership between the Virginia Beach City Public Schools and Tidewater Community College, the center serves students from across the district, providing them with hands-on training in high-growth, high-skill technical fields. The curriculum is uniquely structured to allow students to earn industry certifications and transferable college credits while completing their high school graduation requirements, effectively giving them a head start on both career readiness and post-secondary education.

The facility focuses on providing students with an immersive, professional-level learning environment, offering state-of-the-art equipment in various career pathways such as information technology, engineering, cybersecurity, and digital design. By fostering strong connections with local businesses and industry leaders, the ATC ensures that its training programs remain relevant to current economic needs. Ultimately, the center functions as a bridge to the workforce or higher education, empowering students to gain practical experience and technical proficiency before they even receive their high school diplomas.