The Charles H. Walsh Sr. Academy & Career Tech High School
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Overview
Charles H. Walsh Academy is a pioneering educational institution dedicated to empowering students with special needs, particularly those aged 14-22. The academy's core mission is to provide a structured and nurturing environment that fosters authentic and experiential learning opportunities, preparing students for both high-demand trades and college readiness. With a focus on mutual respect in student-teacher and student-student relationships, Walsh Academy aims to pave a path to success for diverse learners facing significant challenges.
Key offerings at Walsh Academy include:
- **Comprehensive Curriculum**: A blend of academics, integrated social-emotional learning (SEL), and career-technical education (CTE) designed to meet the unique needs of students with learning disabilities, autism, and other health impairments.
- **Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)**: An integral part of the curriculum, SEL teaches students essential skills for managing frustrations and navigating life challenges, ensuring that education extends beyond academics.
- **Career Technical Education (CTE)**: This program provides structured and supported employment opportunities through experiential learning, including apprenticeship programs that lead to high-paying trade careers.
- **Individualized Support**: Each classroom is staffed with a special education teacher, a social worker, and a paraprofessional, ensuring personalized attention and guidance for every student.
What sets Charles H. Walsh Academy apart is its unique staffing model and trauma-informed approach, which recognizes the impact of childhood trauma on learning. The academy is the only nonpublic special education school in Illinois with this comprehensive support structure, allowing for a tailored educational experience that prioritizes both academic and emotional growth. The commitment to preparing students for real-world success through vocational training and community integration further distinguishes Walsh Academy as a leader in special education.
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- Private
- Autism (ASD)
- Learning Disabilities
- High School (9-12)
What support will my child receive?
- Vocational Training
What opportunities are there beyond the classroom?
- School
- Vocational Training
Other Important Info
- Other Health Impairments
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Career Technical Education (CTE)
- Individualized Support
- Trauma-Informed Approach
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