We Care About Keeping Students Learning
Treatment always comes first, but education still matters. Our patients want to learn and succeed with both their treatment and their education. We make that possible.
What We Provide
Students stay engaged with learning across core subjects and essential skills.
- Core academics: Reading, writing, math, science and social studies
- Essential skills: Teamwork, problem-solving, executive functioning and study skills
- Personalized instruction: 1:1 teaching for patients who need individualized support
- Spanish curriculum: Full content pathway for Spanish speaking learners and bilingual support where appropriate
- Technology-enabled learning: Devices and secure access for virtual learning with a student’s home school when appropriate
- Mobile library: A diverse, rolling collection of books that visits units weekly to spark students’ interest
- Full curriculum and lesson plans: Created by our teaching team across subjects, plus a director-curated resource-activity catalog to extend learning and adapt lessons
How it Works
Licensed educators on-site year-round, Monday through Friday
Certified teachers experienced in hospital and behavioral health settings lead classes. We adapt instruction based on each student’s readiness and focus on any given day.
Every patient is included
Regardless of diagnosis, acuity or behavior, our education team works with every patient’s experience through group lessons, small groups, quiet study or individualized instruction.
Collaborating with schools
We partner closely with districts, counselors and teachers to:
- Align with current coursework and IEP/504 supports
- Share attendance and participation updates as permitted
- Coordinate assignments, grading guidance and transitions back to school
- Provide technology for secure, virtual connections when appropriate
Our Approach
- Meet students where they are: We adjust pacing and content daily to match treatment goals and clinical recommendations
- Safe, structured, engaging: Regular routines with trauma informed, strengths-based practices
- Whole-student focus: Academic progress, confidence-building and a sense of normalcy
- Return-to-school ready: We focus on continuity so students can return to the classroom with little disruption
- Adult programming: Available for ages 18 to 21.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will my child fall behind in school while hospitalized?
A: Our goal is to prevent that from happening. We align with home schoolwork, provide daily education and coordinate with teachers to support a smooth return.
Q: How long are school sessions each day?
A: Session length and structure vary by unit and clinical recommendations, but patients receive one hour of dedicated class time Monday through Friday.
Q: Can my child attend virtual classes with their school?
A: Yes, we provide technology and support video sessions or online platforms when clinically appropriate and approved.
Q: What if my child has an IEP or 504 Plan?
A: With caregiver consent, we coordinate with the school to align supports as feasible in an inpatient setting and share participation notes to aid return to the classroom.
Q: Do you provide bilingual instruction?
A: We offer a Spanish curriculum and bilingual support, with additional language services coordinated as available.
