The Madison School Program: Programming for Secondary Level Severely Emotionally Disturbed Youth

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Abstract
Madison Junior High School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a secondary school program for seriously emotionally disturbed youth. This article will discuss the history, philosophy, and goals of the program. A description is provided of the student population, staff, and program organization. Academic curriculum, procedures for changing behavior, and a system for evaluating the effects of the program are outlined. Finally, the author will comment on the teacher characteristics and training which are important for persons working in such a setting.