Teen Challenge takes a structured approach to learning and has been very successful in helping boys get back on track with their education. – private therapeutic schools and troubled teen boarding schools.
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We value education and academic success, considering it key to long-term life success. Most of our staff have advanced degrees. Many of the students who come here lack sufficient high school credit to obtain their diplomas in a timely manner, but we help them get caught up and even to retake classes for a higher GPA.
Every boy on campus is taught and tutored several hours each day. Our disciplined and structured approach to learning, with individualized academic goals and progress, helps the boys get back on track with their education and our courses are fully accredited and transferrable.
Individual Tutoring — Individual tutoring is given to students who are struggling academically. Diagnostic testing is provided to students upon entry into the program. Learning gaps and educational deficits are identified. Information is sought from previous schools, and an individually tailored academic plan is put in place for each student.
Fully Accredited Classes — Students may continue their progress toward a high school diploma by taking fully accredited classes at our Private Christian School.
GED Preparation — Many of the students who come to Teen Challenge lack sufficient high school credit to obtain their diplomas in a timely manner. For this reason, several students choose to pursue their GED while at Teen Challenge. Students work directly with the GED coordinator to develop an individually tailored study and preparation plan. Students participate in guided study, and tutoring is provided in areas where improvement is needed. Teen Challenge works closely with the local GED testing center. To date, all of the students who have successfully completed our GED preparation classes have obtained their GED on the first testing.
Students also have the option of continuing their class work at home after they leave Teen Challenge. Because of dual enrollment, students can continue their classes through the Alpha Omega Academy distance education program. They will continue to have assistance from certified teachers while at home. Continuing school with the Alpha Omega Academy from home may be the preferred option for students whose families are worried about how their child will do if he re-enrolls in their local school district after Teen Challenge.
Accreditation and Dual Enrollment — Students at Teen Challenge’s private Christian School are simultaneously enrolled in Alpha Omega Academy’s Distance school. Since 1992, Alpha Omega Academy has educated thousands of students and is fully accredited by AdvanceEd, the world’s largest educational community with over 27,000 public and private schools. AdvancED is the parent organization for the former North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA-CASI) and the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA). Dual enrollment through AOA gives students courses through an accredited program which will help them transfer credits, apply for federal grants, and pursue admission to colleges or universities while still being enrolled at Teen Challenge’s private Christian School. AOA is also a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch has always been successful in helping students transfer academic credits back to other schools (private and public).
We value education and academic success, considering it key to long-term life success. Most of our staff have advanced degrees. Many of the students who come here lack sufficient high school credit to obtain their diplomas in a timely manner, but we help them get caught up and even to retake classes for a higher GPA. Every boy on campus is taught and tutored several hours each day. Our disciplined and structured approach to learning, with individualized academic goals and progress, helps the boys get back on track with their education and our courses are fully accredited and transferrable.
Our outdoor adventure program is second to none. Our students have regular opportunities to experience fun and challenging indoor and outdoor physical activities. Students enjoy camping, backpacking, rappelling, canoeing, and spelunking (cave exploration). They are challenged physically and learn the importance of goals and perseverance.
Former President
“Teen Challenge gives our kids something to live for – a relationship with God, a healthy self-esteem, and a direction in their lives that finally leads somewhere.”
Former Attorney General
“Teen Challenge changes the world one person at a time.”
Founder, Prison Fellowship
“The Teen Challenge program succeeds when all of the government programs have failed.”
Television Personality
“In my opinion, Teen Challenge is doing the best all-around job of providing the kids with something meaningful in their lives. And that’s what they all need.”
Former US Drug Czar
“Of all the programs reported to the Commission, the most successful is the program conducted by Teen Challenge.”
Past Director, AT&T Corporation
“Teen Challenge is one of the most successful programs in our country.”
Darren Reynolds, MA, is a tireless innovator and team-builder. He has worked with troubled youth for nearly 30 years. He became the Executive Director of Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch in 1996. He holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling.
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