Best Special Needs Schools in Fort Dodge, Iowa (2026)

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North Central Consortium School

Fort Dodge, IA

This Fort Dodge program is served through the Manson Northwest Webster School District's THRIVE Academy, a trauma-informed therapeutic school for students who are disconnected from traditional education or need intensive social, emotional, and behavioral support. The model blends academics, counseling, and skills training with the goal of transitioning students back to their home district when ready.

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