Our School Program
Education is a cornerstone of our program. We understand that school has often been a challenging journey for many of the children and teens we serve. Our grade-based educational program is designed to nurture and guide students in their studies, helping them attain grade-level academic achievement. Beyond academics, we also teach essential social skills needed for success in the classroom and provide opportunities for students to practice and apply those skills in a supportive setting.
Licensed by the state of Nebraska, our school program operates year-round, with each student’s academic needs carefully assessed. Classroom placements are thoughtfully determined based on both age and academic/developmental levels to ensure personalized learning experiences.
Our school program features:
- Certified teachers – Our team includes certified teachers with specialized training in behavioral and mental health challenges. They work closely with students during their time in our program and collaborate with each student's home school district following discharge to ensure a smooth transition and continuity in the educational plan. We also offer credit recovery opportunities whenever possible to help students stay on track.
- Compliance with Nebraska Rule 18 Interim Program Standards – We adhere to the state's Rule 18 Interim Program Rules, which maintain rigorous standards for our school environment. This ensures that public schools can confidently award academic credit for work completed in our program, giving students peace of mind that their efforts will be recognized when they return to their home school.
- Comprehensive support services – Our program includes access to speech-language pathologists, school psychologists and physical and occupational therapy for qualifying students, providing a holistic approach to address each student's unique needs.
- Small, accredited classrooms – Our small class sizes and fully accredited programs create an optimal learning environment for both academic and physical education. We are fully committed to complying with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) to ensure their success.
- Individual instruction – We tailor our teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, while focusing on closing educational gaps. Our elementary and middle school curriculum aligns with Nebraska state standards, ensuring students receive a high-quality education.
- Dedicated staff – Our direct care staff works hand in hand with teachers and paraprofessionals in the classroom, providing consistent support and care to help students thrive academically and socially.
