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             2012 guide to
     Specialized
Schools & Programs
                               Educating Parents of Students
                                 with Learning, Emotional or
                                      Behavioral Disabilities




  Published by TeenLife Media in Partnership with
  the Independent Educational Consultants Association
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2012 TeenLife Guide to
Specialized Schools & Programs

                        Finding the right specialized school
                    or program for your teenager may be a

                                                               Young Adult Program
                    challenging task. That's why TeenLife
                    is pleased to be partnering with the
                    Independent Educational Consultants
                    Association (IECA) to put together our     Benchmark Transitions™ is a comprehensive,
                    first-ever Guide to Specialized Schools    multi-disciplinary approach to residential transitional
                    & Programs.
                                                               living for young men and women, ages 18-28.
     IECA is the nation’s leading professional organization
for independent educational consultants working in             Our dual-diagnosis model combines:
private practice. For 36 years, IECA has helped its
                                                               · Clinical treatment           · Job training & life skills
members serve families with educational decisions that
include colleges, local day and boarding schools, schools      · Cognitive behavioral         · Structured & nurturing
or programs for students with learning or behavioral             therapy                        environment
needs, international placements, summer opportunities,         · Substance abuse recovery     · Fosters self discovery &
and graduate and professional schools.                           & aftercare                    autonomy
    On page 4, there is an informative must-read by IECA       · Education & vocational
Member, Teri Solochek, Ph.D., CEP, that explains how             opportunities
an independent educational consultant can help guide
families through the entire research and application
                                                               Benchmark Transitions™ Dual Treatment options –
process as they look into specialized schools or programs.
   IECA Member, Pamela Tedeschi, highlights The
                                                               Benchmark Recovery & Aftercare™ students are those
Top Things Parents of a Student with LD Should Know            who have a history of substance use, abuse or addiction,
on page 8. You will also find a detailed list of specialized   often combined with a behavioral health dual diagnosis,
schools and programs starting on page 9 and a compre-          that has prevented them from fully gaining independence.
hensive description of therapeutic boarding schools on
page 42.                                                       Benchmark Behavioral Health™ students are those
    Given the right opportunities, every teenager can          who have not exhibited issues with drugs and/or alcohol,
overcome obstacles to be successful at school, at work,        but who often have a clinical diagnosis combined with
and in the community. We sincerely hope that our guide         failure to launch into adulthood successfully.
provides you with the information and direction you are
looking for.                                                    Our young adults gain the life strategies
                                                                they need to make it on their own.
                                                                Contact us for a consultation.

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     How an Independent
                                                       25
                                                                Specialized Programs
     Educational Consultant                                     25	 Outdoor/Wilderness
     Can Assist Families                                        	     Therapy Programs
     by Teri Solochek, Ph.D., CEP,                              28	 Residential Treatment Centers
     IECA Member (California)                                   36	 Transitional Independent
                                                                	     Living/Young Adult Programs


 8
     The Top Things Parents of a

                                                       41
     Student with LD Should Know                                 related services
     by Pamela Tedeschi, IECA Member
     (Maryland)


                                                       42
                                                                 The Therapeutic

 9
     Program Descriptions for                                    Boarding School
     Teens with Emotional or                                     by William Doherty, Executive
     Behavioral Disorders                                        Director, Chamberlain International
                                                                 School, Middleboro, MA
     Schools and Colleges
10   10	   Colleges for Students with
                                                                 About TeenLife
                                                       44
     	       Learning Differences
     13	   Gifted, Talented, and Online Schools                  Find out more about what we offer
     13	   Schools for Students with                             and how to register on our site.
     	       Learning Differences
     16	   Therapeutic and Emotional

                                                       48
                                                                 INDEX
     	       Growth Boarding Schools



24
     Independent Educational
     Consultants
                                             2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs | 3
How an Independent
         Educational Consultant
         Can Assist Families

                                      by Teri Solochek, Ph.D., CEP, IECA Member (California)


                        here are many children and adolescents
                        with learning differences. They may be
                        depressed, anxious, coping with sub-
                        stance use, or simply acting out from not
                        having their everyday needs met. Often,
                        they retreat and isolate themselves from
        the outside world. You as a parent should know that
        there are a significant number of resources and accom-
        modations to help your teen.

              Public schools are effective in teaching the
        majority of children and adolescents, but are sometimes
        inadequate at serving children who have special learn-
        ing, emotional, or behavioral needs. For these students,
        a mainstream setting may not work, and a non-public
        school placement or specialized program may be the
        best solution. If that is the case, a referral to an indepen-
        dent educational consultant (IEC) should be considered.

              Clergy, mental health professionals, and school
        counselors can provide a certain level of professional
        support. However, if consideration is being given to
        placement in a private day school, boarding school,
        or therapeutic program, the services of an IEC can be
        invaluable. IECs are trained professionals in school and
        specialized placement. Their professional expertise
        helps match the needs of children and adolescents with
        learning differences to the appropriate schools or
        treatment programs.

                                                                        A Ramapo Staff Assistant learns culinary
                                                                        skills through on-campus work experience.
                                                                        See ad on page 14, listing on page 39.


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Independent educational consultants have a
variety of backgrounds including school or guidance
counseling, teaching, school administration, and/or
psychology. They are well versed in determining the
needs of LD children, as well as how to work best
in conjunction with schools, other professionals,
and a teen's family; they serve as a family's “case
manager” to ensure the best possible solution.
Most importantly, they are extremely knowledge-
able about the various placement options around the
country and abroad—and can provide an unbiased
assessment of the appropriate setting.

     How do they gain their knowledge? IECs
spend much of their time on the road, visiting private       Brehm Preparatory School delivers a unique holistic
                                                             educational program. See listings on pages 12 and 14.




                                                         2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs | 5
schools, boarding schools, therapeutic or emotional     How does a family start working
        growth schools, residential treatment centers,
                                                                with an IEC?
        wilderness programs, and colleges nationwide. They
        not only visit a variety of programs, but they visit          The family, and if possible, the child, meet
        often to stay abreast of program and staff changes.     with the IEC for an initial visit. At this time a detailed
        The goal of an IEC is to become a part of the team to   history is obtained and releases are signed to enable
        coordinate the efforts of all involved—working with     the consultant to obtain information from the school,
        the child’s therapist, clergy, and current school in    such as test results and any other information the
        presenting placement alternatives to the family and     consultant deems pertinent. If additional testing is
        aiding them in making the best decision.                recommended, this may be conducted by the consul-
                                                                tant or referred to an outside professional, depending
               IECs coordinate the exchange of information
                                                                on the background of the consultant and the scope of
        between school, family, and other professionals and
                                                                the practice.
        the recommended schools or treatment centers;
        aid the family in making their final decision; and            Once the consultant has reviewed the case,
        facilitate enrollment.                                  he or she presents placement options to the family.




 The
          Glenholme
                School
                       Devereux Connecticut

    Providing young people with the
    foundation needed to lead successful
    and meaningful lives.



Glenholme is a therapeutic boarding school for students,
ages ten to adult, in middle school, high school and post-
graduate, who struggle with various learning differences.
The positive atmosphere is designed to build competence
academically and socially.
      Washington, Connecticut • (860) 868-7377 • www.theglenholmeschool.org

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The consultant then serves as a liaison between        There are thousands of independent educational con-
    the program or school and the parents, keeping         sultants across the country; however, their training and
    professionals as involved as necessary.                experience varies. An important resource for determin-
          When a consultant places a child, that           ing the qualifications of an educational consultant is the
    consultant receives grade and progress reports         Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA),
    directly from the school. He or she continues to       based in Fairfax, Virginia (www.IECAonline.com). To
    monitor the child closely—and should there be the      become a member of IECA, an IEC must have extensive
    need to intervene or recommend a new place-            relevant experience, be competently trained, and have
    ment, they have the relevant information readily       solid recommendations from peers. IECA members are
    available.                                             pledged to maintain the highest ethical standards includ-
           With unique skills and expertise, an indepen-   ing not accepting compensation from schools or treat-
    dent educational consultant can provide invaluable     ment facilities for placement. IECA member consultants
    help to many families looking for a specialized        are compensated directly by the families of the students
    school or program that is just right for their teen.   they work with.




  Discover our schools for children and
             adolescents with autism and brain injury.
                                                               Where we enable students
                                                                  to reach their highest potential.
                                                               � May Centers for Child Development
                                                                  At these schools, students with autism and other
                                                                  developmental disabilities receive highly individualized
                                                                  behavioral, academic, and vocational services. We
                                                                  combine best practices from the fields of applied
                                                                  behavior analysis and special education.

                                                               � May Center for Education and Neurorehabilitation
                                                                  This school serves students with acquired brain injury
                                                                  or neurological disease. It is one of only a handful
                                                                  of pediatric programs in the U.S. that focus on both
                                                                  education and rehabilitation.

                                                                                Nationally recognized year-round day
                                                                                 and residential schools located in
       800.778.7601 � www.mayinstitute.org                                          Massachusetts and California.

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                                                                                                           9/19/12 | 7
The Top Things Parents of a
      Student with LD Should Know
                                                   by Pamela Tedeschi, IECA Member (Maryland)

     Being diagnosed with a learning disability is a lifelong, 24/7 challenge. Nevertheless, with the
     appropriate education, encouragement, love, and sheer determination, children with learning
     disabilities are able to compensate for their LD and succeed in life.

       Learning disabilities don’t affect any two children the     When touring a campus, it is important to visit the Learning
       same way.                                                   Center (for schools) and Office of Disability (for colleges) to
                                                                   get a sense of the director, personnel, and services available.
       Students with learning disabilities often have co-
       morbid psychological issues (i.e., depression, anxiety,     At the start of each school year, older high school
       mood disorders).                                            and college students need to make sure that their accommo-
                                                                   dations are in place at the beginning of classes. Parents of
       A thorough review of a child's records is necessary to      younger students should work with their child’s teachers to
       diagnose a student’s particular learning difference.        ensure he or she receives the proper accommodations.
       If records are not current or seem incomplete,
       consider a thorough evaluation from a neuropsycholo-        Keep updated information in your files, including the
       gist or a school psychologist who can provide               documentation requirements for learning disabilities at
       a psycho-educational assessment.                            schools and colleges.

       Very bright students with learning disabilities are         Gain familiarity with all of the new technology
       often able to hide their LD, especially in elementary       (Universal Design for Learning) that is available to
       school. This is particularly true for students with         make learning new concepts accessible to all students.
       strong verbal skills.
                                                                 	 Universal Design for Learning is a process of making course
                                                                   concepts accessible and skills attainable regardless of learn-
       Older teens need to become aware of their learning
                                                                   ing style, physical or sensory abilities (www.udlcenter.org).
       styles, strengths, and needs, and be willing to
       advocate and seek support for themselves. Indepen-
                                                                   Know and understand state and federal laws regarding
       dent educational consultants, teachers, parents, or
                                                                   learning disabilities.
       disability office or learning center personnel find it
       difficult to help if the student is resistant.              The Independent Educational Consultants Association
                                                                   (www.IECAonline.com), the Learning Disabilities Association
       Listen to your child to determine what strategies
                                                                   of America (www.LDAamerica.org), the Association
       were effective and ineffective in previous learning
                                                                   on Higher Education and Disability (www.ahead.org), and
       environments.
                                                                   the book Learning Disabilities: The Ultimate Teen Guide
                                                                   by Penny Hutchins Paquette and Cheryl Gerson Tuttle,
       Parents should realize that their child’s Individual
                                                                   provide a wealth of information and resources for parents
       Education Program (IEP) does not carry over from
                                                                   of children with learning disabilities.
       high school to college.




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Program Descriptions for Teens with
                            Emotional or Behavioral Disorders

Boarding Schools                                               Residential Treatment Centers
Emotional Growth, Therapeutic
                                                               The focus of these programs is behavioral support. Medication
These schools generally provide an integrated                  management and medical monitoring is generally available
educational milieu with an appropriate level of                on-site. These facilities treat adolescents with serious
structure and supervision for physical, emotional,             psychological and behavior issues. Most are Joint Commission
behavioral, familial, social, intellectual and academic        (JCAHO) accredited. These facilities provide group and individual
development. They grant high school diplomas or                therapy sessions. They are highly structured and offer recre-
award credits that lead to admission to a diploma              ational activities and academics. Specialty residential treatment
granting secondary school. Each school will vary in            centers will include psychiatric and behavioral hospitals as
its approach to the emotional and behavioral needs             well as eating disorder treatment centers.
of the child and we urge parents to review this
approach with the professional that has been work-             Small Residential Programs
ing with their child to ensure appropriate placement.
                                                               Small residential programs are designed to serve fewer than
Placement at these boarding schools can range from
                                                               30 students in nurturing, often family-like settings. Small
12 months to two years depending on the program’s
                                                               residential programs offer a holistic therapeutic milieu, which
therapeutic components.
                                                               is based upon the relationships formed and the social dynamics
                                                               created in small, intimate environments. They offer appropriate
Outdoor Behavioral Health                                      levels of structure and supervision for the emotional, social, and
Wilderness Programs and
Outdoor Therapeutic Programs                                   academic development of their students. These programs often
                                                               incorporate life skills training, academic instruction, outdoor
Most outdoor behavioral health programs subscribe
                                                               adventure, recreation, and family involvement into an expe-
to a variety of treatment models that incorporate
                                                               riential living environment. Small residential programs often
a blend of therapeutic modalities, but do so in the
                                                               maintain an area of specialty for the students they serve.
context of wilderness environments and back country
travel. The approach has evolved to include client
assessment, development of an individual treatment
                                                               Transitional Independent Living/
plan, the use of established psychotherapeutic prac-           Young Adult Programs
tice, and the development of aftercare plans. Outdoor          These programs are designed for young people over 18 needing
behavioral health programs apply wilderness                    a safe, supportive environment and life skills training as they
therapy in the field, which contains the following key         transition into adulthood. Many offer access to 12-step pro-
elements that distinguish it from other approaches             grams and may have a psychiatric component. Generally they
found to be effective in working with adolescents:             will offer educational programs that are linked to community
1) the promotion of self-efficacy and personal auton-          colleges or universities, or provide schooling at their location.
omy through task accomplishment, 2) a restructuring            Volunteering, employment arrangements, community service,
of the therapist-client relationship through group and         and re-integration into the community at large are general
communal living facilitated by natural consequences,           components of the programs. Many operate on a small
and 3) the promotion of a therapeutic social group             residential model and transition to a community based,
that is inherent in outdoor living arrangements.               independent living apartment model.

IECA acknowledges with appreciation the National Association of Therapeutic Schools & Programs who developed these descriptions.
© 2011 NATSAP/IECA

                                                           2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs | 9
2012 Guide to
                                   Specialized Schools
                                   & Programs
 There are a plethora of specialized schools and programs readily available for families who have a child
 with learning differences or an adolescent that is gifted and talented. Whether the school or program
 is academic, outdoor-oriented, adventure, or group structured, parents appreciate that their child is
 learning and living in a safe, productive environment. And for teens, a specialized school or program that
 specifically suits their needs is the perfect solution for success.
 There are thousands of qualified independent educational consultants that can assist families in their
 research and selection process. This valuable guide by TeenLife and the IECA gives you a look at some of
 the best specialized schools and programs in the nation.



                                                             Schools and Colleges

                                                          Colleges for Students with
                                                          Learning Differences
                                                          Charterhouse School’s Courage to Succeed
                                                          Courage to Succeed is a partnership between the
                                                          Charterhouse School and the Commonwealth Autism
                                                          Service that provides academic, social, and independent
                                                          life skill supports to students with Asperger’s syndrome
                                                          and high-functioning autism. Students will begin and end
                                                          the day at Charterhouse School and attend classes at
                                                          J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College.
                                                          Location: Richmond, VA
                                                          Phone: (855) 367-8637
                                                          Email: c2s@chs4u.org
                                                          Website: www.charterhouseschool.org/asperger


                                                          Landmark College
                                                          In the mid-1980s, Landmark College became the first
                                                          institution of higher education to pioneer college-level studies
                                                          for students with dyslexia. Today, the college draws students
                                                          from around the United States and all over the world to its
                                                          southern Vermont campus for its innovative educational
                                                          model—helping students with language-based learning
       The Laurel Springs school offers a
       challenging curriculum including Honors and        disabilities, ADHD, or ASD, become confident,
       AP Courses for gifted students in grades 9 - 12.   self-empowered, and independently successful learners.
       See ad on page 25, listing on page 13.             Location: Putney, VT
                                                          Phone: (802) 387-6718
                                                          Email: www.landmark.edu
                                                          Website: www.landmark.edu



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TeenLife 2012 Guide to Specialized Schools and Programs
schools and colleges




    Lynn University                                                  Mount Ida College                                        OPTIONS Transitions
    Lynn University is a                                             Mount Ida College is a                                   to Independence
    coeducational private college                                    small, private, coeducational                            OPTIONS Transitions to Independence
    with approximately 2,100                                         undergraduate and graduate                               (formerly called OPTIONS Program
    students from over 40 states                                     institution located on a 72-acre                         at Brehm) is a comprehensive
    and 84 countries. Its Institute                                  traditional New England campus                           transitional program that guides
    for Achievement and Learning                                     in Newton, Massachusetts. It                             young adult students with learning
    provides coaching, mentoring,                                    offers its approximately 1,400 full-                     disabilities into independent adulthood.
    and assistive technologies to                                    and part-time students a strong                          OPTIONS delivers individualized social,
    help students with learning                                      career-focused and liberal arts                          academic, employment, and life skills
    differences succeed at the                                       education. Visit the campus to                           instruction and helps each student
    college level.                                                   learn more about its personalized                        recognize and optimize
    Location: Boca Raton, FL	                                        approach to learning.                                    their full potential.
    Phone: (561) 237-7900                                            Location: Newton, MA                                     Location: Carbondale, IL
    Email: admission@lynn.edu                                        Phone: (617) 928-4553                                    Phone: (618) 549-4201
    Website: www.lynn.edu/institute                                  Email: admissions@mountida.edu                           Email: admissionsinfo@
                                                                     Website: www.mountida.edu                                experienceoptions.org
                                                                                                                              Website: www.experienceoptions.org




Second Chances for troubled teens
                                             A second chance at a first class education
                                             •   Rigorous college prep curriculum
                                             •   Individualized academic supports
                                             •   Individual, group, and family counseling
                                             •   Character-building 12-Step lifestyle
                                             •   Nurturing family environment
      Building Character. Changing Lives.®



                                             A better chance to succeed in college                                               For more information, contact:
                                             . . . through The Bridge at The Family Foundation School for
                                                                                                                                 Jeff Brain, MA, CTS, CEP
                                             high school graduates or fifth-year seniors ages 18-20
                                                                                                                                 Dean of Admissions and
                                             • Complete transition support for those entering
                                                                                                                                    Director of External Relations
                                                  or re-entering college
                                                                                                                                 431 Chapel Hill Road, Hancock, NY 13783
                                             • Academic advising, transcript repair and
                                                                                                                                 Phone: 845-887-5213, x499
                                                  admissions guidance
                                                                                                                                 Cell 845-341-7403
                                             • Therapeutic counseling and recovery support
                                                                                                                                 jbrain@thefamilyschool.com
                                             • Help with social and independent living skills
                                                                                                                                 www.thefamilyschool.com
                                             • Class options including on-site college courses

                                             Accredited by The Joint Commission and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Charter member: National
                                             Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs. Member: Association of Recovery Schools. The Family Foundation School
                                                                                                                                                                         Accredited by
                                             is a private, New York State registered boarding school situated on a scenic 150-acre campus in the western Catskills.   The Joint Commission




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RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT in
   schools and colleges                           CENTRAL TEXAS for ADOLESCENTS




The Sage Colleges
A breakthrough 4-year degree designed
for students who have the ability and ambition
to succeed, but are simply not comfortable in
a traditional classroom. Removing barriers,
opening opportunities.                                         Hope is here. Help is here.
Location: Troy and Albany, NY and Online
Phone: (518) 292-8615                                 Sitting on 33-acres of rolling hills in Belton, Texas.
Email: achieve@sage.edu                              Cedar Crest Hospital & RTC provides a safe, healing
Website: www.sage.edu/achieve                      environment for adolescents suffering with mental health
                                                               and chemical dependency issues.

Gifted, Talented, and                                  On-Site School • Most Insurances Accepted
Online Schools                                        Call 254-939-2100 or 866-543-7779
                                                               www.cedarcresthospital.com
Laurel Springs School
Laurel Springs is an accredited online private
school with over 20 years of experience. Its
students are fully supported by qualified,
caring teachers and staff, and are connected
to a global community of learners. 94% of
graduates attend their college of choice.
Location: Virtual (with offices in Ojai, CA and
West Chester, PA)
Phone: (800) 377-5980
Email: info@laurelsprings.com
Website: www.laurelsprings.com



Schools for Students with
Learning Differences
The Academy at SOAR
The Academy at SOAR is a certified private
school that serves youth ages 12 to 18 who
have been identified with Learning Differences
and Attention Deficit Disorder. SOAR provides
individualized academic curriculum, focuses on                                               Gwynne Hales
strengths, and combines academic instruction
with adventure-based learning.
Location: Balsam, NC                                  Great Lakes Educational Consulting
                                                                         Support and Guidance to a Bright Future
Phone: (828) 456-3435
Email: Kylie@soarnc.org
Website: www.academyatsoar.org
THE STAFF ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE
 A unique, year-round transition-to-independence program                      schools and colleges
 which helps young adults acquire skills by living, working, and
 learning with high-functioning peer role models.



                                                                         Brehm Preparatory School
                                                                         Brehm School is an internationally known
                                                                         family-style boarding school for boys and
                                                                         girls in grades 6 - 12 with complex learning
                                                                         disabilities. Brehm offers a unique, holistic
 “Ramapo’s Staff Assistant Experience significantly moved my son’s       program that individually addresses each
 life forward and he emerged with a direction, real credentials, and     student’s academic, emotional, and social
 a life plan.”
                                                                         needs. At Brehm, students find success, go
 Ramapo helps participants with learning differences, Asperger’s         on to college, find fulfilling careers, and
 and/or ADHD develop:                                                    become successful entrepreneurs.
                      • independent Living skills                        Location: Carbondale, IL
                      • social skills
                                                                         Phone: (618) 457-0371
                      • educational     skills
                                                                         Email: admissionsinfo@brehm.org
                      • Job skills
                                                                         Website: www.brehm.org
   TRANsiTiON-TO-iNDePeNDeNce │ sUMMeR cAMP │ ReTReATs │
                  PROFessiONAL DeVeLOPMeNT

                                                                         Fusion Academy &
                                                                         Learning Center
                                                                         Fusion is a one-to-one, college-prep, private
         P.O. Box 266 • Rhinebeck, NY 12572 • 845.876.8413
      sae@ramapoforchildren.org │ www.ramapoforchildren.org
                                                                         school for students in grades 6 - 12 who are
                                                                         better suited to an alternative, rather than
                                                                         traditional, environment. Fusion offers full-
                                                                         time academy, after-school tutoring, classes
                                                                         for credit, and enrichment programs with
                                                                         personalized teaching methods, flexible
                                                                         scheduling, and state-of-the-art recording
                                                                         and art studios.
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  Evangelhouse®                                  The Family Foundation
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  their troubled teen, Evangelhouse®             therapeutic boarding school with a
  Christian Academy offers a clinically          college transition program serving
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  Founded in 1995, Evangelhouse®                 behavioral or emotional difficulties.
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  Email: admissions@                             Location: Hancock, NY
  evangelhouse.com                               Phone: (845) 887-5213 x499
  Website: www.evangelhouse.com                  Email: info@thefamilyschool.com                        Students playing a recreational game
                                                 Website: www.thefamilyschool.com                       of volleyball at Auldern Academy.
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 Academic Excellence                                                                                                                                                                                           Email: admissions@flcis.com
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                                                                                                                                                                                                               postgraduate, who struggle with various learning
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CoralReefAcademy.com 888.707.3251                                                                                                                                                                              Location: Washington, CT
                                                                                                                                                                                                               Phone: (860) 868-7377
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  proven interventions, Greenwood empowers                                       Location: Mayer, AZ
  high potential students who face complex learning                              Phone: (928) 632-4602
  challenges, ADHD, and executive function deficits with                         Email: admissions@springridgeacademy.com
                                                                                 Website: www.springridgeacademy.com
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                                                                                 An accredited private non-profit co-ed
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                                                                                 Phone: (406) 758-8113
                                                                                 Email: jheleva@summitprepschool.org
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TeenLife 2012 Guide to Specialized Schools and Programs

  • 1. FREE 2012 guide to Specialized Schools & Programs Educating Parents of Students with Learning, Emotional or Behavioral Disabilities Published by TeenLife Media in Partnership with the Independent Educational Consultants Association
  • 2. Hazelden’s Tribeca Twelve Collegiate Recovery Residence Hazelden’s Tribeca Twelve collegiate recovery residence offers a safe, structured, Twelve Step-inspired peer community for young adults, ages 18-29, committed to their recovery from addiction and determined to achieve academic success. Housed in a fully-renovated 1910 building in the historic Tribeca neighborhood, the collegiate program focuses on supporting a recovery lifestyle with: resident advisors who provide individual coaching, academic liaison services, and monitoring individualized recovery care plans drug testing to detect possible relapse and allow for early intervention Tribeca Twelve includes space for up to 30 residents, with six men or six women per floor. The 2,200 square-foot furnished units are designed specifically for college students, featuring a full kitchen, dining room, large living room with fireplace, separate study, two full bathrooms and in-unit laundry. Hazelden is committed to a continuum of care for youths, including residential and outpatient care and treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders. For more information on Tribeca Twelve or any of Hazelden’s services for youth and young adults contact Maureen Borkowski, Business Development Director Youth Continuum, at 877-429-5092 or mborkowski@hazelden.org www.hazelden.org/tribeca Center City, Chaska, Maple Grove, Plymouth, St. Paul, Minnesota Chicago, Illinois Naples, Florida New York, New York Springbrook, Oregon 4006-1 ©2012 Hazelden Foundation
  • 3. 2012 TeenLife Guide to Specialized Schools & Programs Finding the right specialized school or program for your teenager may be a Young Adult Program challenging task. That's why TeenLife is pleased to be partnering with the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) to put together our Benchmark Transitions™ is a comprehensive, first-ever Guide to Specialized Schools multi-disciplinary approach to residential transitional & Programs. living for young men and women, ages 18-28. IECA is the nation’s leading professional organization for independent educational consultants working in Our dual-diagnosis model combines: private practice. For 36 years, IECA has helped its · Clinical treatment · Job training & life skills members serve families with educational decisions that include colleges, local day and boarding schools, schools · Cognitive behavioral · Structured & nurturing or programs for students with learning or behavioral therapy environment needs, international placements, summer opportunities, · Substance abuse recovery · Fosters self discovery & and graduate and professional schools. & aftercare autonomy On page 4, there is an informative must-read by IECA · Education & vocational Member, Teri Solochek, Ph.D., CEP, that explains how opportunities an independent educational consultant can help guide families through the entire research and application Benchmark Transitions™ Dual Treatment options – process as they look into specialized schools or programs. IECA Member, Pamela Tedeschi, highlights The Benchmark Recovery & Aftercare™ students are those Top Things Parents of a Student with LD Should Know who have a history of substance use, abuse or addiction, on page 8. You will also find a detailed list of specialized often combined with a behavioral health dual diagnosis, schools and programs starting on page 9 and a compre- that has prevented them from fully gaining independence. hensive description of therapeutic boarding schools on page 42. Benchmark Behavioral Health™ students are those Given the right opportunities, every teenager can who have not exhibited issues with drugs and/or alcohol, overcome obstacles to be successful at school, at work, but who often have a clinical diagnosis combined with and in the community. We sincerely hope that our guide failure to launch into adulthood successfully. provides you with the information and direction you are looking for. Our young adults gain the life strategies they need to make it on their own. Contact us for a consultation. Marie Schwartz, President & Founder TeenLife Media, LLC 800.474.4848 P.S. Don't forget to visit www.TeenLife.com to find other meaningful programs and services for college-bound students. Join now so you don't miss a thing. It's free! WWW.BENCHMARKTRANSITIONS.COM
  • 4. ALL STYLES WELCOME Lynn University’s Institute for Achievement and Learning (IAL) Join us on Feb. 1 offers students with learning differences an opportunity to succeed at the college level. It provides motivated students for Transitions 2013. with the additional support they need to achieve and maintain Visit lynn.edu/transitions academic success and earn a university degree. for conference details Program features: • one-on-one content area and group tutoring by a master’s or doctoral-level professional • Institute Fellows faculty training program • executive functioning ADHD coaching • Self as Learner first-year course helps develop metacognitive strategies • individualized learning plans • extended-time tests and alternative testing administration If you’d like to speak to someone in admission, call 561.237.7562. We’d love to talk to you! INSTITUTE FOR ACHIEVEMENT AND LEARNING lynn.edu/ visit BOCA RATON, FLORIDA Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability and/or age in administration of its educational and admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and /or other school-administered programs. Lynn University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; phone number: 404-679-4500) for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University.
  • 5. Table of Contents Teens and Breakwater Expeditions' guides sea kayaking in Alaska. See ad and listing on page 25. 4 How an Independent 25 Specialized Programs Educational Consultant 25 Outdoor/Wilderness Can Assist Families Therapy Programs by Teri Solochek, Ph.D., CEP, 28 Residential Treatment Centers IECA Member (California) 36 Transitional Independent Living/Young Adult Programs 8 The Top Things Parents of a 41 Student with LD Should Know related services by Pamela Tedeschi, IECA Member (Maryland) 42 The Therapeutic 9 Program Descriptions for Boarding School Teens with Emotional or by William Doherty, Executive Behavioral Disorders Director, Chamberlain International School, Middleboro, MA Schools and Colleges 10 10 Colleges for Students with About TeenLife 44 Learning Differences 13 Gifted, Talented, and Online Schools Find out more about what we offer 13 Schools for Students with and how to register on our site. Learning Differences 16 Therapeutic and Emotional 48 INDEX Growth Boarding Schools 24 Independent Educational Consultants 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs | 3
  • 6. How an Independent Educational Consultant Can Assist Families by Teri Solochek, Ph.D., CEP, IECA Member (California) here are many children and adolescents with learning differences. They may be depressed, anxious, coping with sub- stance use, or simply acting out from not having their everyday needs met. Often, they retreat and isolate themselves from the outside world. You as a parent should know that there are a significant number of resources and accom- modations to help your teen. Public schools are effective in teaching the majority of children and adolescents, but are sometimes inadequate at serving children who have special learn- ing, emotional, or behavioral needs. For these students, a mainstream setting may not work, and a non-public school placement or specialized program may be the best solution. If that is the case, a referral to an indepen- dent educational consultant (IEC) should be considered. Clergy, mental health professionals, and school counselors can provide a certain level of professional support. However, if consideration is being given to placement in a private day school, boarding school, or therapeutic program, the services of an IEC can be invaluable. IECs are trained professionals in school and specialized placement. Their professional expertise helps match the needs of children and adolescents with learning differences to the appropriate schools or treatment programs. A Ramapo Staff Assistant learns culinary skills through on-campus work experience. See ad on page 14, listing on page 39. 4 | 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs
  • 7. Independent educational consultants have a variety of backgrounds including school or guidance counseling, teaching, school administration, and/or psychology. They are well versed in determining the needs of LD children, as well as how to work best in conjunction with schools, other professionals, and a teen's family; they serve as a family's “case manager” to ensure the best possible solution. Most importantly, they are extremely knowledge- able about the various placement options around the country and abroad—and can provide an unbiased assessment of the appropriate setting. How do they gain their knowledge? IECs spend much of their time on the road, visiting private Brehm Preparatory School delivers a unique holistic educational program. See listings on pages 12 and 14. 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs | 5
  • 8. schools, boarding schools, therapeutic or emotional How does a family start working growth schools, residential treatment centers, with an IEC? wilderness programs, and colleges nationwide. They not only visit a variety of programs, but they visit The family, and if possible, the child, meet often to stay abreast of program and staff changes. with the IEC for an initial visit. At this time a detailed The goal of an IEC is to become a part of the team to history is obtained and releases are signed to enable coordinate the efforts of all involved—working with the consultant to obtain information from the school, the child’s therapist, clergy, and current school in such as test results and any other information the presenting placement alternatives to the family and consultant deems pertinent. If additional testing is aiding them in making the best decision. recommended, this may be conducted by the consul- tant or referred to an outside professional, depending IECs coordinate the exchange of information on the background of the consultant and the scope of between school, family, and other professionals and the practice. the recommended schools or treatment centers; aid the family in making their final decision; and Once the consultant has reviewed the case, facilitate enrollment. he or she presents placement options to the family. The Glenholme School Devereux Connecticut Providing young people with the foundation needed to lead successful and meaningful lives. Glenholme is a therapeutic boarding school for students, ages ten to adult, in middle school, high school and post- graduate, who struggle with various learning differences. The positive atmosphere is designed to build competence academically and socially. Washington, Connecticut • (860) 868-7377 • www.theglenholmeschool.org 6 | 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs
  • 9. The consultant then serves as a liaison between There are thousands of independent educational con- the program or school and the parents, keeping sultants across the country; however, their training and professionals as involved as necessary. experience varies. An important resource for determin- When a consultant places a child, that ing the qualifications of an educational consultant is the consultant receives grade and progress reports Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), directly from the school. He or she continues to based in Fairfax, Virginia (www.IECAonline.com). To monitor the child closely—and should there be the become a member of IECA, an IEC must have extensive need to intervene or recommend a new place- relevant experience, be competently trained, and have ment, they have the relevant information readily solid recommendations from peers. IECA members are available. pledged to maintain the highest ethical standards includ- With unique skills and expertise, an indepen- ing not accepting compensation from schools or treat- dent educational consultant can provide invaluable ment facilities for placement. IECA member consultants help to many families looking for a specialized are compensated directly by the families of the students school or program that is just right for their teen. they work with. Discover our schools for children and adolescents with autism and brain injury. Where we enable students to reach their highest potential. � May Centers for Child Development At these schools, students with autism and other developmental disabilities receive highly individualized behavioral, academic, and vocational services. We combine best practices from the fields of applied behavior analysis and special education. � May Center for Education and Neurorehabilitation This school serves students with acquired brain injury or neurological disease. It is one of only a handful of pediatric programs in the U.S. that focus on both education and rehabilitation. Nationally recognized year-round day and residential schools located in 800.778.7601 � www.mayinstitute.org Massachusetts and California. Ad_TeenLife_9-12.indd 1 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs 4:58 PM 9/19/12 | 7
  • 10. The Top Things Parents of a Student with LD Should Know by Pamela Tedeschi, IECA Member (Maryland) Being diagnosed with a learning disability is a lifelong, 24/7 challenge. Nevertheless, with the appropriate education, encouragement, love, and sheer determination, children with learning disabilities are able to compensate for their LD and succeed in life. Learning disabilities don’t affect any two children the When touring a campus, it is important to visit the Learning same way. Center (for schools) and Office of Disability (for colleges) to get a sense of the director, personnel, and services available. Students with learning disabilities often have co- morbid psychological issues (i.e., depression, anxiety, At the start of each school year, older high school mood disorders). and college students need to make sure that their accommo- dations are in place at the beginning of classes. Parents of A thorough review of a child's records is necessary to younger students should work with their child’s teachers to diagnose a student’s particular learning difference. ensure he or she receives the proper accommodations. If records are not current or seem incomplete, consider a thorough evaluation from a neuropsycholo- Keep updated information in your files, including the gist or a school psychologist who can provide documentation requirements for learning disabilities at a psycho-educational assessment. schools and colleges. Very bright students with learning disabilities are Gain familiarity with all of the new technology often able to hide their LD, especially in elementary (Universal Design for Learning) that is available to school. This is particularly true for students with make learning new concepts accessible to all students. strong verbal skills. Universal Design for Learning is a process of making course concepts accessible and skills attainable regardless of learn- Older teens need to become aware of their learning ing style, physical or sensory abilities (www.udlcenter.org). styles, strengths, and needs, and be willing to advocate and seek support for themselves. Indepen- Know and understand state and federal laws regarding dent educational consultants, teachers, parents, or learning disabilities. disability office or learning center personnel find it difficult to help if the student is resistant. The Independent Educational Consultants Association (www.IECAonline.com), the Learning Disabilities Association Listen to your child to determine what strategies of America (www.LDAamerica.org), the Association were effective and ineffective in previous learning on Higher Education and Disability (www.ahead.org), and environments. the book Learning Disabilities: The Ultimate Teen Guide by Penny Hutchins Paquette and Cheryl Gerson Tuttle, Parents should realize that their child’s Individual provide a wealth of information and resources for parents Education Program (IEP) does not carry over from of children with learning disabilities. high school to college. 8 | 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs
  • 11. Program Descriptions for Teens with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders Boarding Schools Residential Treatment Centers Emotional Growth, Therapeutic The focus of these programs is behavioral support. Medication These schools generally provide an integrated management and medical monitoring is generally available educational milieu with an appropriate level of on-site. These facilities treat adolescents with serious structure and supervision for physical, emotional, psychological and behavior issues. Most are Joint Commission behavioral, familial, social, intellectual and academic (JCAHO) accredited. These facilities provide group and individual development. They grant high school diplomas or therapy sessions. They are highly structured and offer recre- award credits that lead to admission to a diploma ational activities and academics. Specialty residential treatment granting secondary school. Each school will vary in centers will include psychiatric and behavioral hospitals as its approach to the emotional and behavioral needs well as eating disorder treatment centers. of the child and we urge parents to review this approach with the professional that has been work- Small Residential Programs ing with their child to ensure appropriate placement. Small residential programs are designed to serve fewer than Placement at these boarding schools can range from 30 students in nurturing, often family-like settings. Small 12 months to two years depending on the program’s residential programs offer a holistic therapeutic milieu, which therapeutic components. is based upon the relationships formed and the social dynamics created in small, intimate environments. They offer appropriate Outdoor Behavioral Health levels of structure and supervision for the emotional, social, and Wilderness Programs and Outdoor Therapeutic Programs academic development of their students. These programs often incorporate life skills training, academic instruction, outdoor Most outdoor behavioral health programs subscribe adventure, recreation, and family involvement into an expe- to a variety of treatment models that incorporate riential living environment. Small residential programs often a blend of therapeutic modalities, but do so in the maintain an area of specialty for the students they serve. context of wilderness environments and back country travel. The approach has evolved to include client assessment, development of an individual treatment Transitional Independent Living/ plan, the use of established psychotherapeutic prac- Young Adult Programs tice, and the development of aftercare plans. Outdoor These programs are designed for young people over 18 needing behavioral health programs apply wilderness a safe, supportive environment and life skills training as they therapy in the field, which contains the following key transition into adulthood. Many offer access to 12-step pro- elements that distinguish it from other approaches grams and may have a psychiatric component. Generally they found to be effective in working with adolescents: will offer educational programs that are linked to community 1) the promotion of self-efficacy and personal auton- colleges or universities, or provide schooling at their location. omy through task accomplishment, 2) a restructuring Volunteering, employment arrangements, community service, of the therapist-client relationship through group and and re-integration into the community at large are general communal living facilitated by natural consequences, components of the programs. Many operate on a small and 3) the promotion of a therapeutic social group residential model and transition to a community based, that is inherent in outdoor living arrangements. independent living apartment model. IECA acknowledges with appreciation the National Association of Therapeutic Schools & Programs who developed these descriptions. © 2011 NATSAP/IECA 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs | 9
  • 12. 2012 Guide to Specialized Schools & Programs There are a plethora of specialized schools and programs readily available for families who have a child with learning differences or an adolescent that is gifted and talented. Whether the school or program is academic, outdoor-oriented, adventure, or group structured, parents appreciate that their child is learning and living in a safe, productive environment. And for teens, a specialized school or program that specifically suits their needs is the perfect solution for success. There are thousands of qualified independent educational consultants that can assist families in their research and selection process. This valuable guide by TeenLife and the IECA gives you a look at some of the best specialized schools and programs in the nation. Schools and Colleges Colleges for Students with Learning Differences Charterhouse School’s Courage to Succeed Courage to Succeed is a partnership between the Charterhouse School and the Commonwealth Autism Service that provides academic, social, and independent life skill supports to students with Asperger’s syndrome and high-functioning autism. Students will begin and end the day at Charterhouse School and attend classes at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College. Location: Richmond, VA Phone: (855) 367-8637 Email: c2s@chs4u.org Website: www.charterhouseschool.org/asperger Landmark College In the mid-1980s, Landmark College became the first institution of higher education to pioneer college-level studies for students with dyslexia. Today, the college draws students from around the United States and all over the world to its southern Vermont campus for its innovative educational model—helping students with language-based learning The Laurel Springs school offers a challenging curriculum including Honors and disabilities, ADHD, or ASD, become confident, AP Courses for gifted students in grades 9 - 12. self-empowered, and independently successful learners. See ad on page 25, listing on page 13. Location: Putney, VT Phone: (802) 387-6718 Email: www.landmark.edu Website: www.landmark.edu 10 | 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs
  • 14. schools and colleges Lynn University Mount Ida College OPTIONS Transitions Lynn University is a Mount Ida College is a to Independence coeducational private college small, private, coeducational OPTIONS Transitions to Independence with approximately 2,100 undergraduate and graduate (formerly called OPTIONS Program students from over 40 states institution located on a 72-acre at Brehm) is a comprehensive and 84 countries. Its Institute traditional New England campus transitional program that guides for Achievement and Learning in Newton, Massachusetts. It young adult students with learning provides coaching, mentoring, offers its approximately 1,400 full- disabilities into independent adulthood. and assistive technologies to and part-time students a strong OPTIONS delivers individualized social, help students with learning career-focused and liberal arts academic, employment, and life skills differences succeed at the education. Visit the campus to instruction and helps each student college level. learn more about its personalized recognize and optimize Location: Boca Raton, FL approach to learning. their full potential. Phone: (561) 237-7900 Location: Newton, MA Location: Carbondale, IL Email: admission@lynn.edu Phone: (617) 928-4553 Phone: (618) 549-4201 Website: www.lynn.edu/institute Email: admissions@mountida.edu Email: admissionsinfo@ Website: www.mountida.edu experienceoptions.org Website: www.experienceoptions.org Second Chances for troubled teens A second chance at a first class education • Rigorous college prep curriculum • Individualized academic supports • Individual, group, and family counseling • Character-building 12-Step lifestyle • Nurturing family environment Building Character. Changing Lives.® A better chance to succeed in college For more information, contact: . . . through The Bridge at The Family Foundation School for Jeff Brain, MA, CTS, CEP high school graduates or fifth-year seniors ages 18-20 Dean of Admissions and • Complete transition support for those entering Director of External Relations or re-entering college 431 Chapel Hill Road, Hancock, NY 13783 • Academic advising, transcript repair and Phone: 845-887-5213, x499 admissions guidance Cell 845-341-7403 • Therapeutic counseling and recovery support jbrain@thefamilyschool.com • Help with social and independent living skills www.thefamilyschool.com • Class options including on-site college courses Accredited by The Joint Commission and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Charter member: National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs. Member: Association of Recovery Schools. The Family Foundation School Accredited by is a private, New York State registered boarding school situated on a scenic 150-acre campus in the western Catskills. The Joint Commission 12 | 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools & programs
  • 15. RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT in schools and colleges CENTRAL TEXAS for ADOLESCENTS The Sage Colleges A breakthrough 4-year degree designed for students who have the ability and ambition to succeed, but are simply not comfortable in a traditional classroom. Removing barriers, opening opportunities. Hope is here. Help is here. Location: Troy and Albany, NY and Online Phone: (518) 292-8615 Sitting on 33-acres of rolling hills in Belton, Texas. Email: achieve@sage.edu Cedar Crest Hospital & RTC provides a safe, healing Website: www.sage.edu/achieve environment for adolescents suffering with mental health and chemical dependency issues. Gifted, Talented, and On-Site School • Most Insurances Accepted Online Schools Call 254-939-2100 or 866-543-7779 www.cedarcresthospital.com Laurel Springs School Laurel Springs is an accredited online private school with over 20 years of experience. Its students are fully supported by qualified, caring teachers and staff, and are connected to a global community of learners. 94% of graduates attend their college of choice. Location: Virtual (with offices in Ojai, CA and West Chester, PA) Phone: (800) 377-5980 Email: info@laurelsprings.com Website: www.laurelsprings.com Schools for Students with Learning Differences The Academy at SOAR The Academy at SOAR is a certified private school that serves youth ages 12 to 18 who have been identified with Learning Differences and Attention Deficit Disorder. SOAR provides individualized academic curriculum, focuses on Gwynne Hales strengths, and combines academic instruction with adventure-based learning. Location: Balsam, NC Great Lakes Educational Consulting Support and Guidance to a Bright Future Phone: (828) 456-3435 Email: Kylie@soarnc.org Website: www.academyatsoar.org
  • 16. THE STAFF ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE A unique, year-round transition-to-independence program schools and colleges which helps young adults acquire skills by living, working, and learning with high-functioning peer role models. Brehm Preparatory School Brehm School is an internationally known family-style boarding school for boys and girls in grades 6 - 12 with complex learning disabilities. Brehm offers a unique, holistic “Ramapo’s Staff Assistant Experience significantly moved my son’s program that individually addresses each life forward and he emerged with a direction, real credentials, and student’s academic, emotional, and social a life plan.” needs. At Brehm, students find success, go Ramapo helps participants with learning differences, Asperger’s on to college, find fulfilling careers, and and/or ADHD develop: become successful entrepreneurs. • independent Living skills Location: Carbondale, IL • social skills Phone: (618) 457-0371 • educational skills Email: admissionsinfo@brehm.org • Job skills Website: www.brehm.org TRANsiTiON-TO-iNDePeNDeNce │ sUMMeR cAMP │ ReTReATs │ PROFessiONAL DeVeLOPMeNT Fusion Academy & Learning Center Fusion is a one-to-one, college-prep, private P.O. Box 266 • Rhinebeck, NY 12572 • 845.876.8413 sae@ramapoforchildren.org │ www.ramapoforchildren.org school for students in grades 6 - 12 who are better suited to an alternative, rather than traditional, environment. Fusion offers full- time academy, after-school tutoring, classes for credit, and enrichment programs with personalized teaching methods, flexible scheduling, and state-of-the-art recording and art studios. Location: Various locations throughout CA and NY College Living Phone: (858) 792-2300 Experience Email: breveley@fusionacademy.com supports young Website: www.fusionacademy.com adults with disabilities successfully The Greenwood School transition to Founded in 1978, Greenwood is a boarding adult life. and day school for young men in grades 6 - 12. With a 2:1 student to teacher ratio Students pursuing a college and individualized research-proven degree, vocational education interventions, Greenwood empowers high or who are ready to enter the potential students who face complex learning workplace can receive the SIX LOCATIONS challenges, ADD/ADHD, and executive support needed to achieve ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES function deficits. their goals, create meaningful Location: Putney, VT relationships and increase their Phone: (802) 387-4545 confidence through: Email: admissions@greenwood.org 800.486.5058 Website: www.greenwood.org Academic tutoring ExperienceCLE.com Independent living instruction Social coaching Sign in to www.teenLife.com for Career development more information on all listings.
  • 17. P=Preservation for Families R=Reunification for Families N=Networking for Families INTENSIVE IN-HOME A home-based program for families who FAMILY SERVICES: have children or teenagers who are out of control or at imminent risk of being • Intensive in-home crisis separated from their family. intervention • Collaboration with schools, Families are also served who require programs and consultants transitional or reunification services to • In-home family assessment safely reunite them with their children following an out-of-home placement. • Comprehensive planning and case management Our goal is to prevent unnecessary • Counseling and consultation out-of-home placement by strengthening families and teaching them the skills they • Life-skills need to safely live together. • Follow up and on-going support STUDIES HAVE SHOWN THAT: The service has a significant positive effect on risk factors within the family. 80-90% of children at imminent risk of out-of-home placement are able to remain safely at home following an intervention of this nature. SERVICES ARE OFFERED NATIONWIDE: (888) 762-5973 • www.prnforfamilies.com
  • 18. schools and colleges Unlocking the potential of The King's Daughters' School and Center for Autism young adults The King’s Daughters’ School is a residential ages 18 school for students ages 7 and up, offering a and up with school-age program as well as a Young Adult cognitive and/or Academy. The school comprises two campuses: developmental the main campus serves students with a wide range disabilities in of developmental disabilities, while The Center a music infused for Autism serves students with severe autism. learning Location: Columbia, TN environment. Phone: (931) 388-3810 Email: info@tkds.org Website: www.tkds.org Specializing in Life skills, 48 Woodbridge Street Independent Living skills and South Hadley, MA 01075 Vocational skills … Contact 413-540-9720 x202 The May Institute Rolling Admissions ktillona@berkshirehills.org The May Center for Child Development provides day Call today to schedule a tour. www.berkshirehills.org and residential educational services for children and adolescents between the ages of 2.9 and 22 years with a diagnosis of Autism or other developmental disabilities. Educational programming is based upon the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA). The May Center educational program is a year- round program. Location: Randolph, MA Phone: (781) 440-0400 Students with Aspergers and high functioning autism Email: mscarry@mayinstitute.org Website: www.mayinstitute.org College is within reaCh The Courage to Succeed program offers academic, social, and vocational support services to help you: Therapeutic and Emotional • Ease the transition to college Growth Boarding Schools • Learn organization and time management skills • Navigate the day-to-day Aspen Education Group, A Member of demands of college CRC Health Group • Receive course advice Aspen Education Group is recognized nationwide as the leading provider of education for struggling and support or underachieving young people. As the largest and • Get tips on making most comprehensive network of therapeutic schools social situations less and programs, Aspen offers professionals and stressful families the opportunity to choose a setting that best meets a student’s unique academic and emotional We’ll give you the Courage needs. Help and services range from short-term to Succeed in college. Call intervention programs to residential treatment, and today. include a variety of therapeutic interventions. Location: Multiple Locations 1-855-FOR-UMFS Phone: (855) 428-5401 (1-855-367-8637) Website: www.aspeneducation.com charterhouseschool.org/ asperger
  • 19. A one- to-one school like no other. For students who need an alternative to a traditional school. Fusion Academy is an alternative solution to full-time middle and high school that goes beyond a tailored education. Each classroom has just one student and one teacher to allow for maximum personalization, flexible scheduling, and adaptability to learning styles. Who attends Fusion? Students in 6-12th grade who are not thriving in their “cookie cutter” school environment. “When I refer students to Fusion Academy I am confident that they will find a learning environment that is individually tailored to their unique needs, provided by the most highly qualified and caring teachers, and that they will experience success, often for the first time. Fusion has found a formula that works.” - Nancy J. Lazerson, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist/Educational Consultant fusionacademy.com San Diego | Solana Beach | Los Angeles | Mission Viejo Huntington Beach | South Bay | Pasadena Warner Center | San Mateo | San Francisco | Walnut Creek | Los Gatos | Westchester | Woodbury | Manhattan Middle High School | Mentoring | Enrichment | Tutoring | Classes for Credit | Test Prep
  • 20. schools and colleges Auldern Academy Building Bridges Inc. Cherry Gulch Boys Ranch Auldern Academy is a therapeutic Founded in 1996, Building Bridges Cherry Gulch is a ranch style college preparatory boarding school is a long-term residential program therapeutic boarding school for girls in grades 9 - 12. Its goal is to addressing addiction and negative designed specifically for boys prepare young women academically, behaviors, as well as utilizing REBT, aged 10 to 14 years old. Its services emotionally, and socially for the 12 Step, Positive Peer Culture, and are appropriate for boys with challenges of the coming college Reality Therapy. Students have the difficulties including: depression, years. With the guidance of opportunity to attend public school to ADHD, adoption, low self-esteem, therapeutic and student life staff, gain confidence in handling social and anger, anxiety, family conflict, and students develop the confidence, academic challenges.  other behavioral and emotional integrity, and compassion needed to Location: Thompson Falls, MT problems. be successful as young adults. Phone: (888) 853-0156 Location: Emmett, ID Location: Siler City, NC Email: info@buildingbridgesinc.net Phone: (208) 265-3437 Phone: (919) 837-2336 Website: www.buildingbridgesinc.net Email: drsapp@cherrygulch.org Email: auldern.admissions@ Website: www.cherrygulch.org sequeltsi.com Website: www.auldern.com 18 | 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools programs
  • 21. schools and colleges Evangelhouse® The Family Foundation Christian Academy School For Christian families seeking a The Family Foundation School is values based treatment program for a private, college prep, accredited their troubled teen, Evangelhouse® therapeutic boarding school with a Christian Academy offers a clinically college transition program serving driven, Christian focused option. bright, talented teens struggling with Founded in 1995, Evangelhouse® behavioral or emotional difficulties. Christian Academy is a private, It offers an integrated program of parent-choice therapeutic boarding rigorous academics, therapeutic school for girls. counseling, character education Location: Saint Martinville, LA based on the 12-Steps, and a rich Phone: (800) 924-4012 variety of extracurricular activities. Email: admissions@ Location: Hancock, NY evangelhouse.com Phone: (845) 887-5213 x499 Website: www.evangelhouse.com Email: info@thefamilyschool.com Students playing a recreational game Website: www.thefamilyschool.com of volleyball at Auldern Academy. See ad on page 25, listing on page 18. SummitCampHalfPgAdCHADD9.25.12.qxd:Layout 1 9/25/12 11:44 AM Page 1 SUMMIT CAMP TRAVEL PROGRAMS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS WITH ATTENTION, SOCIAL, OR LEARNING ISSUES CAMP (HONESDALE, PA) FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS, 8 – 19. 2, 3, 5 AND 8 WEEK SESSIONS AVAILABLE. SUMMIT CAMP IS SYNONYMOUS WITH EXCELLENCE IN CAMPING FOR CHILDREN. Since 1969, Summit Camp has offered structure, nurturing TRAVEL FOR AGES 15 TO 19 support, excellent supervision and social skills development through Summit Camp offers exciting, unique, specially designed trips, both the challenge of a full range of recreational, social, in the summer and winter months. athletic, and water-safety programs including: swimming, soccer, DESTINATIONS FOR 2013 INCLUDE: baseball, kayaking, music, theater arts, cooking, textiles, videography, crafts, go-karts, computer labs, canoeing, nature • 19 day Vancouver Alaska holiday studies, overnight hikes, pioneering, tennis, education • 14 day mid Atlantic and Orlando excursion enrichment, woodshop, ceramics, campcrafts, high and low • 19 day Spain and Morocco holiday rope challenge course, sailing, science fun lab, basketball, Delaware WINTER DESTINATIONS FOR 2012-2013 INCLUDE: River canoeing, climbing tower and mountain biking. • Washington, DC in December • London, England in February Trips are professionally supervised and enhance daily living MONTHLY WEEKENDER EVENTS FROM OCTOBER – MAY skills, growth through group living and decision making, and FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AGES 11-18. foster greater independence. For brochure call 973-732-3230 or 800-323-9908 or email to info@summitcamp.com 322 Route 46 West, Suite 210, Parsippany, NJ 07054 www.summitcamp.com GROWTH, INDEPENDENCE, MATURITY, INCREASED SELF-ESTEEM, LASTING FRIENDSHIPS 2012 Teenlife guide to specialized schools programs | 19
  • 22. For Parents who schools and colleges want MORE than the Typical Chamberlain International School Chamberlain International School is a private, Therapeutic Experience non-profit, clinically intensive co-educational, Therapeutic Boarding and Day School located near Boston on a picturesque campus. Students' ages range from 11-22 years and diagnoses include OCD; anxiety; ADHD; NLD; ASD; attachment disorder; Serving young men age 15-21 bipolar; depression; and a wide variety of learning challenges. Therapeutic Expertise Location: Middleboro, MA Phone: (508) 946-9348 Academic Excellence Email: admissions@flcis.com Website: www.chamberlainschool.org Cultural Immersion The Glenholme School Social Responsibility A therapeutic boarding school for young people, ages 10 to adult in middle school, high school, and postgraduate, who struggle with various learning CORAL REEF ACADEMY Samoa , differences. The atmosphere is designed to help students build competence academically and socially. CoralReefAcademy.com 888.707.3251 Location: Washington, CT Phone: (860) 868-7377 Email: Admissions@theglenholmeschool.org Website: www.theglenholmeschool.org Download Now Little Keswick School Little Keswick School has been successfully serving boys with social/emotional challenges The Life with Teens App! and learning disabilities for 50 years. Its small therapeutic boarding school provides nurturing relationships, intensive clinical interventions, and an individualized education in a structured environment. E G TO AMS GUIDE TO Location: Keswick, VA GUID MIN GAP YEAR PROGR Phone: (434) 295-0457 FALL 2012 FOR RTS 2012 PERUAL A S 2 VIS EGE COLL 0 1 Email: tcolumbus@littlekeswickschool.net 2 E TO E G E NS L L S IO ID GU C OD M IS OM .C ACCESS FE LI SUB A EN SCR TE Website: www.littlekeswickschool.net W. NOW IBE W W IT’S FRE E! WHY consider a YOUR PROTECTING CHILD CYBER FROM BULLY Life with Teens GAP YEAR? ING Look inside for our GAP YEAR FAIRS CALENDAR PUBLISHE D BY r M da E.C O plus all of our ION t Calen EN LIF LIC AT Ou ll- ning WW W. TE N A PUB IO DI y PuPlan ATME ssful CE nd NLLIIF LIFE MEDIA P U B L I C AT I O N Ha llege E EU B A T E E N TIPS cce e AIT P Lif A Co a Su y sa us ME D s for Es mp E IF Tip llege Ca NL Shepherd’s Hill Academy to EE Co ing EE A T sit FR ion Tran handy TeenLife Shepherd’s Hill is a faith-based, wilderness-style guides right at boarding school and therapeutic program for troubled your fingertips. boys and girls ages 12 - 17. Its unique combination of a first-class school, wilderness program, equine, and other therapeutic approaches offers students optimum opportunities to heal and flourish. Location: Martin, GA IN THE MEANTIME, GO TO Phone: (706) 779-5766 TEENLIFE.COM TO SHARE THE DIGITAL Email: office@shepherdshillacademy.org VERSIONS OF EACH OF OUR PUBLICATIONS. Website: www.shepherdshillacademy.org
  • 23. A breakthrough new college option for students with autism or other special needs The Achieve Degree at The Sage Colleges Highly individualized, mentor-based online program Four-year bachelor’s degree from accredited college Designed by ABA-certified leaders in autism education The Achieve Degree is designed for academically capable students Accepting applications for who are not able to navigate a traditional college program or campus. January 2013 start The Achieve Degree program leads to a B.A. in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Computer Science from The Sage Colleges. Learn more at sage.edu/achieve “The way the program is built, it works the way my brain does.” – Life Lab #1 Participant
  • 24. TheGreenwoodSchool schools and colleges 2:1 Student to Teacher Ratio Spring Ridge Academy (SRA) SRA is an all-girl, therapeutic boarding school serving students ages 13 - 17 in grades 9 - 12. Students may exhibit anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, grief and loss, social difficulties, and adoptions issues to name a few. SRA combines an empowering emotional growth program with a sophisticated Founded in 1978, Greenwood is a boarding and day therapeutic approach and a rigorous college school for 50 young men in grades 6-12. With a 2:1 prep curriculum. The entire family is included in the process, creating an atmosphere of student to teacher ratio and individualized research- change, collaboration, and hope. proven interventions, Greenwood empowers Location: Mayer, AZ high potential students who face complex learning Phone: (928) 632-4602 challenges, ADHD, and executive function deficits with Email: admissions@springridgeacademy.com Website: www.springridgeacademy.com the skills necessary to bridge the gap between their outstanding promise and present abilities. Summit Preparatory School Maximizing Potential Awakening Talents Transforming Lives 14 Greenwood Lane Putney Vermont 05346 • tel: 802 387 4545 • fax: 802 387 5396 An accredited private non-profit co-ed www.greenwood.org therapeutic boarding school specializing in relationship-based treatment of bright teens who are struggling due to emotional, academic and/or behavioral concerns. Summit integrates professional therapy and college prep academics in a nurturing community that energizes adolescents to succeed. Location: Kalispell, MT Phone: (406) 758-8113 Email: jheleva@summitprepschool.org Website: www.summitprepschool.org Lasting friendships are made at Spring Ridge Academy (SRA). See ad on page 33. See listing on this page.
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