Academic Departments

The academic departments at Ridgefield High School adhere to state standards in all subjects, including the core areas of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. We also offer instruction in art, music, and physical education. For more information, please follow the links on this page related to each department.

Alternative High School

RAHS Mission

Ridgefield Alternative High School is a program within the Ridgefield School System that provides services to students requiring increased educational, social, and emotional supports in a small class setting. In addition to academic instruction, the program provides individual and group counseling in a safe and structured environment to encourage students to develop an enthusiasm for lifelong learning and the pursuit of post-high school opportunities.

RAHS Vision

Ridgefield Alternative High School strives to create a community-based atmosphere for students and staff based upon support and mutual respect in which adolescents are empowered to utilize their strengths to realize and achieve their full potential to become academically and socially productive members of society. These services and supports are implemented by highly qualified staff emphasizing transferable skills leading to success in a 21st century global society.

Business
Computer Science
English
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health Education
Library Learning Commons
Mathematics
Physical Education
Reading
Science
Social Studies
Technology Education & Engineering
Visual and Performing Arts Department
World Languages