Education

Education

Learning for a New Life: Education at Crossroad

Troubled and abused children need lots of love, hope and therapy to recover from their traumas. And while they’re getting better, these kids also need to continue their education so they’re prepared to live on their own and be contributing members of society.

Crossroad’s on-campus school, one of the few of its kind among Indiana agencies dealing with troubled youth, helps students catch up academically and prepare for their future. The school is operated in cooperation with Fort Wayne Community Schools and staffed by certified elementary, secondary and special education teachers. Instructional assistants and teachers’ aides also work in our classrooms.

Crossroad’s school offers:

  • A self-contained elementary classroom
  • Three self-contained, secure special education rooms
  • GED preparation programs
  • A diverse academic curriculum including English, language arts, science, social studies, math and reading
  • Programs emphasizing social development, including classes in social skills, home living skills, careers, wellness education and sex education
  • Vocational training if appropriate
  • Tutoring and regular study hours
  • Social activities such as school play, school newspaper and dances

Most Crossroad students attend the on-campus school. However, those who’ve progressed in their treatment can attend an off-campus public school for all or part of their day. Crossroad staff transports those students to and from public school, and our education liaison works with students and teachers to help students succeed in this environment.