8 facts about logan river academy: learn more about logan river academy

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Logan River Academy in Logan, Utah, is a residential treatment center for students age 12-18. Learn more about the school in this Slideshare.

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8 FACTS ABOUT LOGAN RIVER ACADEMYLearn more about Logan River Academy.

1. Part Residential Treatment Center• Most students who attend Logan River Academy do so

because it is a residential treatment center focused on helping teens ages 12-18.

• The Academy accepts students with personality disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and other behavioral issues.

2. Part Boarding School• Logan River Academy is also a type of boarding school

seeing as they house their students in dorms on campus. Female students live in a separate house.

• Students have access to licensed therapists and medical professionals at all times.

3. Special Programs• There are 5 special programs offered:• ESSENCE: A specialized Program for Boys on the Autism

Spectrum (Asperger’s, NLD, PDD)• Foundations: A Principle-Based Program for Neurotypical

Boys• Maple Rise: A Separate Girls Program• Tavasi: A transitional living program for boys• Y.A.: A program for young adults finishing high school

4. Fun Activities• Students may participate in seasonal sports such as:

• Basketball• Yoga• Skiing• Snowboarding• Softball

• There are also frequent activities like pizza parties, movie nights, and excursions.

5. Outdoor Learning • Students go on outdoor learning adventures (part of

experiential learning) to build self-confidence, learn leadership skills, and gain experiences that can be used as metaphors in therapy sessions.

• Outdoor adventures may include whitewater rafting, hiking, skiing, or canoeing depending on the season.

6. Licensed Staff• Each member of the Logan River Academy staff is

licensed and certified in their respective fields.• Staff members are chosen based on experience and

dedication to student needs.

7. Accredited School• Logan River Academy is

accredited by the Northwest Accreditation Committee (NWAC)

• All classes offered fulfill Utah State credit requirements for graduation.

8. Success Rates• According to a survey of parents whose children attended

Logan River Academy, 92 percent believed their children benefited from Logan River Academy.

• 64 percent of students have gone on to receive post-secondary education.

• 75 percent improve their ability to find and solve problems.

Logan River Academy • Logan River Academy is a successful residential

treatment center in Utah. To learn more, visit their Linkedin profile.

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