Education

The school at the PATCH Youth Ranch is accredited by the State of Idaho Department of Education and by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools as a Special Purpose School.

 /files/Pictures/study.jpg Our progressive school program prepares our youth for higher learning and deepens their comprehension of what they are currently studying.

 

 Our school strives to be a dynamic learning system developed to serve our students' needs.
 Our individualized program allows students to succeed where they have failed in other   
 environments. To ensure a smooth transition home, our program includes:

Customized Student Learning Plan 

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•Teacher directed and facilitated.
Classes are separated by gender.

•Individualized course work accommodates a student's ability and experience. 

•GED, cooperation with other schools, and
correspondence courses
(at parent's expense).

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 Technology Computer Lab

 Donated by the Christian Education Foundation, the lab allows students to compose 
 homework assignments on the latest generation of software and hardware such as
 Microsoft Office Suite.

Real Life Learning

Positive peer relations and counseling groups are practiced as learning tools.

Life skills such as setting and following personal goals, effective communication skills, and resistance to social pressures are taught and applied on a daily basis. Students earn psychology and sociology course credit.

Vocational skills such as automotive mechanics, woodworking, photography, landscaping, gardening, household management and cooking are taught.

 
      Regular Courses
                English                           Bible
        Math           Biology or Earth Science
        Psychology           Life Skills
        Sociology       Physical Education
        U.S. History       Study Hall

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Project PATCH provides a complete educational program to facilitate a smooth transition when the student returns home. A progressive school program prepares students for higher learning opportunities and deepens their comprehension of education resources.

 

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