Ventures II

For prospective or current parents and families.

 

Ventures II is an alternative education program located in Franklin County providing a structured and safe learning environment to students in need of social, emotional and behavioral interventions. Our highly qualified licensed and certified professionals specialize in delivering individualized instruction that enhances self-efficacy and strengthens students’ academic and social skills. Ventures II works alongside each student’s home district and conducts routine student evaluations to ensure progress on educational and personal goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ventures II located?
Ventures II
1565 Integrity Drive E.
Columbus, OH 43209
614-753-4670

Who leads the Ventures II program?

Jason Brasno, Coordinator/Principal

Contact: [email protected]

What grade levels does Ventures II serve?
Ventures II serves students in middle school and high school. 

How do I enroll my child in Ventures II?
Students must be referred by their local school district to be enrolled. The intake process includes a tour of the facility, review of educational records, amending the student’s IEP and the creation of an individualized behavior contract between the student, parent and program coordinator.

What curriculum does Ventures II use?
Ventures II offers blended learning opportunities offered through teacher-led instruction and online curriculum. Students learn English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies based on Ohio’s Learning Standards.

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How will my child's progress be monitored?
Each student’s progress is monitored through daily behavior tracking, IEP goal data collection and work on grade-level appropriate curriculum.  Report cards and IEP progress reports are mailed home every 10 weeks to parents/guardians.

Does my child need to have an IEP to attend Ventures II?
Yes, all students who attend Ventures II are identified as having an educational disability and are receiving specially designed instruction to meet their individual needs.

 

Who pays for my child to attend Ventures II?
After it is decided by the IEP team that Ventures II is an appropriate placement for the student, the home school district will pay the cost to attend.

 

How is my child transported to Ventures II?
The home school district will provide transportation to and from Ventures II.  Districts choose to send students in a school bus, school van or use an outside agency to provide transportation.

 

How long will my child be attending Ventures II?
The length of time a student attends Ventures II depends on the individual progress of the child on his or her behavioral and academic goals. The IEP team develops a transition plan that is best for the student.

 

How large are the class sizes?
Class sizes can be up to 10 students, with one intervention specialist and one teaching assistant.

 

Can my child play sports at his/her home school?
Yes, if the student has met the eligibility requirements to participate in extracurricular activities offered by the home school, he or she can try-out and participate in after-school activities including sports teams.

 

What are the school hours?
Ventures II is open from 8:00am to 2:00pm.   

For school districts and school administrators.

 

Ventures II is an alternative education program in Franklin County providing a structured and safe learning environment to students in need of social, emotional and behavioral interventions. Our highly-qualified, licensed and certified professionals specialize in delivering individualized instruction that enhances self-efficacy and strengthens students’ academic and social skills. Ventures II works alongside each student’s home district and conducts routine student evaluations to ensure progress on educational and personal goals.

To speak with someone about enrolling a student from your district in Ventures II, please fill out the form below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ventures II located?
Ventures II
1565 Integrity Drive
Columbus, OH 43209
614-753-4670

Who leads the Ventures II program?

Jason Brasno, Coordinator/Principal

Contact: [email protected] 

What grade levels does Ventures II serve?
Ventures II serves students in middle school and high school. 

If the district doesn’t own a seat, the district will need to purchase one in the age-appropriate classroom for the student. Seats are purchased on an annual basis. Ventures II has middle school (6th-8th grades) and high school (9th-12th grades) classrooms, with 10 available student seats in each classroom.  If all seats are purchased, the ESC’s special education coordinator can ask districts if they would be willing to sell their open seat to that district.

Districts are required to complete the ESC’s Referral Packet and submit all required documents, schedule a tour with the district representative, student and guardian, meet as a team to discuss placement at Ventures II to ensure it is an appropriate placement for the student, amend the IEP and complete the Ventures II Contract Form.

What are the school hours?
Ventures II is open from 8:00am to 2:00pm.  

How does Ventures II support the student’s transition back to the district?
The best transition back to the school district is a collaborative effort between Ventures II and home school staff.  Once a student has been successful in demonstrating the goal behaviors for a pre-determined amount of time, Ventures II staff will work with the district to establish a schedule for the student to transition back to the district full time.  If transitioning in the middle of the school year, it is best to begin the transition at a quarter/semester break, and begin with one day a week, and add days per week in the home school.  This allows a collaborative approach to ensure the student is able to be successful in the home school.  Some students prefer to transition back to their home school at the beginning of the school year; but even with this transition, it is important to hold team meetings and schedule tours to the home school in the spring to ensure the student will be appropriately supported the beginning of the new school year.