What are the Eleanor Gerson School Programs?
The Eleanor Gerson School Programs offer an alternative school experience for adolescents who for personal, behavioral and/or relationship reasons have not been successful in a traditional school setting. Two separate schools offer high school students (grades 9 -12) and middle school students (grades 6 -8) an opportunity to succeed in an academic setting. The Gerson School Programs are chartered by the Ohio Department of Education.
Who can attend the Eleanor Gerson School Programs?
The schoola are specifically geared toward youth with emotional or behavioral difficulties and who are having trouble coping in traditional schools. Other eligible applicants include youth who are progressing from a controlled setting, such as a hospital or treatment center.
How is application made to the Eleanor Gerson School Programs?
To apply, you should contact the special education department of your home school district to begin the referral process. Private referrals can also be made by family or individuals who would be charged the tuition fee. For any questions with regard to the referral process contact the High School at (216) 861-6015 or the Middle School at (216) 521-6511.
Who provides services to the students?
Gerson School Programs are staffed with certified teachers, who also act as advisors for individual students, and school psychologist. The staff also works with students’ home district representatives, private psychologists and other mental health professionals involved with each student.
Where are the Eleanor Gerson School Programs located?
The Eleanor Gerson High School is located at 1320 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115-2851. The Eleanor Gerson West Middle School is located on the Applewood Centers' Children's Aid Society Campus at 10427 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44102-1645.
What will my child experience at the schools?
Gerson School Programs offer a complete course of study in a therapeutic environment. Careful guidance of each student's personal development is provided and learning takes place in small group settings. Students can return to mainstream school or, if in high school, graduate and transition to college, technical training, or full-time employment.
How do I pay for the Eleanor Gerson School Programs?
School districts may refer non-special education students at a daily rate. Special education students are enrolled by referral from their local school districts. School district representatives will then call the school to initiate enrollment.
