MISSION STATEMENT
JTC Boys Academy creates a nurturing and challenging environment in which all students achieve success, develop personal responsibility, and become lifelong learners. We promote partnerships with students, parents, businesses and the community. Our priority is to utilize effective teaching practices and current technology, and to provide quality and comprehensive academic, career and life skill experiences.
PHILOSOPHY
JTC Academy believes that:
- A quality education is essential to a democratic society;
- Students reach their full potential through the cooperative efforts of the school and community;
- Education is a lifelong process that provides the foundation upon which success is built;
- Students need to learn to be adaptable in a changing world;
- Students should be educated in an environment that fosters dignity and self-esteem;
- Respect for others and personal responsibilities are essential for creating a productive learning environment.
POPULATION WE SERVE: We are proud to serve boys in grades K-12.
- Boys ages 5-21
- Boys with IEPs that have emotional disturbances, behavioral disorders, learning disabilities and OHI(Other Health Impaired)
- Boys with a medical diagnosis of having a Conduct Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Mood Disorder and/or an Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and ADHD
- Boys dealing with sexual abuse issues either as a victim or as a perpetrator.
- Boys that have not been successful in other placements
- Boys that need intensive instruction and need to "catch up" in academics and social skills
- Boys that need intensive behavior and social skills training and support