Leadership
Leadership
Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year at the Richmond Adult Technical Center!
It is my pleasure to welcome you to a place where opportunities are created, careers are launched, and lives are transformed. Whether you are beginning a new career, advancing in your current profession, or learning a new skill, you have taken an important step toward investing in your future.
At the Richmond Adult Technical Center, we believe that education is the key to unlocking endless possibilities. Our dedicated instructors, industry-aligned programs, and hands-on training provide students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in today's competitive workforce. From skilled trades and apprenticeship opportunities to healthcare, business, and professional certification programs, our courses are designed to prepare you for high-demand careers and lifelong success.
One of our proudest moments each year is celebrating our graduates as they walk across the stage to receive their certificates and industry credentials. Their accomplishments are a testament to the perseverance, determination, and commitment that define the RATC community. Every graduate represents another success story and another life changed through education.
As we continue to expand our offerings and strengthen partnerships with business, industry, and community organizations, our mission remains the same: to provide high-quality career and technical education that empowers individuals and meets the workforce needs of our region.
Whether your goal is to earn an industry credential, complete an apprenticeship, prepare for licensure, or explore a new career path, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Thank you for choosing the Richmond Adult Technical Center. We look forward to helping you achieve your goals and celebrating your success.
Richmond Adult Technical Center
It's Never Too Late to Invest in Your Future!
V. LaVerne Vines/Ballard
Instructional Specialist, Adult Apprenticeship Program
lvines2@rvaschools.net
I’m honored to serve as the Instructional Specialist for the Adult Apprenticeship Program here at RATC. Throughout my career, I have served in various capacities; Instructor, Assistant Principal, and Director of Career and Technical Education and Adult Continuing Education. Each of these roles has reinforced my commitment to nurturing skills and helping students realize their potential. Each of these roles has deepened my commitment to empowering adult learners to achieve their professional and personal goals.
I have a true passion for lifelong learning and a dedication to creating meaningful educational experiences, I aim to provide students with the tools and confidence needed to excel in today’s dynamic workforce. The journey of education is transformative, and my motto, Designing Your Legacy in Education: "It's Never Too Late," reflects my belief that everyone, at any stage in life, has the power to grow, succeed, and redefine their path.
Thank you for choosing RATC. I look forward to helping each of you design your legacy and achieve your educational and career aspirations.