Care and Treatment

A care and treatment program is a specialized program designed to support students who are experiencing significant mental health and/or substance use challenges that cannot be effectively addressed in a traditional school setting. These programs focus on stabilization, therapy, and skill-building so students can successfully return to school.

This depends on the treatment program. Many facilities provide on-site educational services. Your school team will work with the facility, when appropriate, to coordinate an academic plan and support your child’s transition back to school.

Your main school contact may include your child’s school counselor, student support specialist, or social worker. Staying connected helps us plan for both academics and reintegration.

As soon as your child is admitted, contact your child’s counselor/student support specialist/social worker with the start date, estimated length of stay, and the facility’s name and address. Transportation typically takes up to five business days to arrange.

Transportation to facilities located more than 40 miles from the district’s geographic boundaries requires administrative review and approval and may be denied. Please contact Student Services at studentservices@isd194.org to discuss your specific situation. Each request is considered individually.

Families may need to provide temporary transportation until district transportation can begin. We encourage families to notify us as early as possible to minimize delays.

No. Transportation is only provided during the regular district operating hours. Transportation is not provided during school breaks, holidays, summer schedules, or other non-school days.

Before your child returns, the school team will schedule a reintegration meeting with you (and your child, when appropriate). This meeting helps plan for academic support, schedule adjustments, and any needed services to ensure a successful return.

Yes. Student information is handled in accordance with state and federal privacy laws. School staff work closely with families and, when appropriate, treatment providers to support students while protecting confidentiality.

Start with the counselor at your child’s school.  You can always reach out to Student Services at studentservices@isd194.org. We will help connect you with the right people and guide you through the process.