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Mission Statement 

Caring for the needs of children
and families in crisis and preparing them for success in life.

 

 

The Children's Home of Reading

1010 Centre Ave

Reading, PA 19601-1498

Phone: (610) 478-8266

Fax: (610) 478-8094

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Alternative Education Program

 

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Treatment Philosophy
 
The treatment philosophy of CHOR Alternative Education Program is to provide our students with a well-balanced educational and therapeutic program, which will lead to their academic success.
 

Program Description
 
The alternative program is an on grounds alternative education program for students in residence at CHOR. The teaching staff is part of the therapeutic team that works with the student to provide a successful program. The school day runs from 8:00am until 2:30pm. It includes instruction in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, Art and Physical Education. Each classroom has MH staff that support the educational program while working with students therapeutically.
 
Students attending the educational program are consistently evaluated daily in two specific areas: academic growth and social and behavioral goals. There are four marking periods and students are recognized for their academic achievement at the end of each marking period through Honor Roll and Distinguished Honor Roll. Seven social and behavioral goals are also monitored in every class and throughout the academic day by utilizing a point system. This information is a key component used by the residential staff in determining movement within a clearly defined level system.
 
Instruction is designed to help students make up educational “gaps” while working toward the necessary credits needed for high school graduation. CHOR provides communication with parents/guardians and home school districts to help the student make the necessary transition back to a traditional school setting.
 
Criteria for Admission
 
Be a resident in one of CHOR's residential programs.
 
Services Provided

 

  • Academic assessments throughout the year
  • Certified Reading Specialist
  • Contact with Parents/Guardian and Home School District
  • Individualized Education Programs
  • Mental Health Staff in each classroom
  • Mobile Crisis Team
  • Report Card provided quarterly
  • State Certified regular and special education teaching staff
  • Speech and Language Services
  • Computer based programs
  • Title I Services

 
Length of Stay
 
The average length of stay for residents is determined by their treatment needs. AEP will make every attempt to communicate with the residents' home school to assure proper school credits and transition back into school district.
 
Funding Sources
 
The Alternative Education Program is funded by the resident's home school district.
 
For more Information
 
Please contact our school at the following number if you have any questions:
 

Director, Educational Services

 

(610) 478-8266, ext. 490