It is the goal of Lake House Academy (LHA) to provide a transitory academic experience—from current home life, previous residential setting or wilderness program-- which recognizes the therapeutic needs of their clients, while maintaining academic expectations.

Initially, the student, her parents, referral sources and the previous teachers are contacted to fill out a behavioral picture on each student. Observed classroom behaviors, works produced and assessment tools are combined with aforementioned input to create an accurate and successful plan for each student. Curriculum from the student’s intended academic placement following completion of the Lake House program is requested. The goal of which is to keep the student current on instructional content covered at the next step in her academic path while living and learning at LHA.

Classes at Lake House Academy, are taught by certified teachers, and take place in an intimate and supportive environment. The curriculum is designed to build study skills, teach grade level content, and improve self-advocacy and resiliency. Student engagement is monitored while classes are presented in an intellectually stimulating manner. The student-driven pace of the class work gives each student with ownership in her own learning. The teachers present academic information in a variety of learning styles to include: experiential activities, use of technology, direct instruction and cooperative learning.

The concept of self-care is addressed not only residentially, but also extends into the academic program as students are engaged in a personal fitness plan that includes hygiene, healthy food choices, clean uniform, and daily exercise. The academic experience is rounded out with the inclusion of structured weekly groups, practice on values, community service, current events, and creative endeavors. If a student is struggling in school, the teachers at Lake House Academy espouse the following creed: “What can I--the teacher--do differently to meet the needs of all my students”. A student with learning differences is tutored, and taught strategies that carry her through grade level curriculum and beyond.

The intended outcome is an independent, self-confident young lady who has found her voice and a manner of expression that she carries with her through her life. Some terms you may want to consider including in this written piece as it evolves:
--student-driven, ownership, accountability, experiential, learning styles, use of technology, discussion/seminar, cooperative learning