WALSH ACADEMY

Walsh Academy is the only nonpublic special education school that has a unique staffing model of having a special education teacher, a social worker and a paraprofessional in every classroom. Individualized attention and guidance to each student are provided... Walsh Academy provides specialized academic, therapeutic and career technical education (CTE) opportunities for adolescents experiencing intellectual, emotional, and/or behavioral challenges that can potentially limit their success... Continuing the rich and nurturing tradition of Jen School, Walsh Academy students will benefit the most. In keeping with the philosophy of Jen, nothing is taught in isolation at Walsh Academy. Our focus is to remind our students of their value and worth. We do this by utilizing a Trauma Informed Care approach in everything we do. Jen School, and now Walsh Academy, has utilized this approach from our beginnings. Our approach offers students a safe and nurturing environment where students feel safe..

Also known as: Jen School

Primary location: Niles United States