Educational Services
The Educational Services Department provides academic instruction, independent living and vocational skills, advocacy and supportive services to clients pre-school to young adult. Having its start in 1970 with the Day Treatment Program for behaviorally and emotionally disturbed students, the Educational Services Department has grown to become a diverse network of academic services for pre-schoolers through young adults. The Department's programs work to enhance the academic functioning and development of each client to their highest level of functioning.
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After School Programs
The After School Programs is available to ages 6 to 13 years old, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. This program provides a full range of educational services such as Home Work Assistance, Arts and Crafts, Sports and recreational activities, Free Field Trips and more.
Day Treatment Therapeutic Day High School
The Day Treatment High School Program for emotionally disturbed youth, ages 15 to 21 years old, provides a full range of educational and therapeutic services to teenagers and young adults. Positive behavior and attitudinal changes are promoted through the provision of therapy, instruction and individualized personal attention in a small classroom setting. This program received its initial accreditation from the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) in 1980.
Day Treatment Therapeutic Day Elementary School
The Day Treatment Elementary Program for emotionally disturbed youth, ages 7 to 14 years old, also provides a full range of educational and therapeutic services. The elementary program serves youth with a wide range of academic, social, and recreational activities to enhance the special learner’s ability to succeed. Students are empowered with the tools to improve their behavior and stay on track with their academics the elementary program has also been accredited since 1980.
