TRAEP Program

Tidewater Regional Alternative Educational Program (TRAEP)

At the Tidewater Regional Alternative Educational Program (TRAEP), we offer a fresh start for students in grades 6-12 who are seeking a different path to academic success. We understand that traditional classrooms may not work for everyone, and we provide a supportive and focused environment where students can achieve and reach their potential.

TRAEP offers a second chance for success, supported by smaller class sizes and the guidance of content area teachers. Our core curriculum, encompassing English, Social Studies, Math, and Science, is directly aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) as well as each division. The program also offers a continuum of educational options, including credit-bearing classes, and literacy remediation, ensuring that each student's unique needs are met.

We believe that academic success goes together with social-emotional growth. That's why daily social skills training is an integral part of our program. Utilizing various strategies and curricular resources, students participate in group sessions where they learn to model, practice, and role-play prosocial behaviors. This training prepares them for successful reintegration into their regular school setting or the broader community.

TRAEP operates freestanding centers in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach, often sharing spaces with other SECEP programs. Our Norfolk location serves students from both Norfolk and Portsmouth, while our Suffolk location serves students from Suffolk, Isle of Wight County, Franklin City, and Southampton County.