Griffith Centers
J. Wilkins Opportunity SchoolOur Day Treatment Program is an alternative facility school for students who struggle in the traditional school setting, behaviorally, socially, emotionally, etc. We offer individualized methods designed to strengthen students’ skills necessary to obtain a quality education and, more importantly, be productive members of our community.
Hallmarks of Our Program
We offer specialized instruction for students in grades three through 12. Through an individualized school program, academic and behavioral testing, our desire is for the best possible education for our clients.
Quality of our Service
The Colorado Department of Education regularly monitors and evaluates our program to ensure its high quality. J. Wilkins Opportunity School is accredited by AdvancEd and the Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children, Inc.
Mission
& Commitment
To provide each student with a quality education that is engaging, interesting, and will help meet educational goals. We offer an alternative therapeutic, educational experience for students struggling with emotional, family, other related issues and whose needs are not being served in their current educational environment.
A Word
From Our Principal
” An excellent education is not possible without the strong partnership of students, parents, and staff. We encourage these positive collaborations so that we can continue to give our children an opportunity to become self-motivated learners and productive citizens. “
– William Sanders
Program Benefits & Services
Classes
Each classroom is strategically structured for the success of students. With a 1:5 staff to student ratio, lessons can be tailored to each child’s psychological and education level. Classes are arranged by age groups, skill level, mental capacity, and other special needs.
GED
Students have two options for graduation through J. Wilkins Opportunity School. General Education Development (GED) program or Credit Recovery where students work at their own pace to get back on track to graduate high school, both offered for students who qualify.
Therapy
i-Ready
i-Ready is an online program for reading and mathematics that will help your student’s teachers determine your student’s needs, personalize their learning, and monitor progress throughout the school year. Program assessments show advancement in credits and content by more than 1.5 years of grade levels for every 180 school days at Griffith Centers.
Our School
Our Focus
The students at Griffith Centers J. Wilkins Opportunity School are given the attention and support needed to overcome obstacles, thus getting back on the road to success and graduation.
Transition Services
Transition services for students returning to public school.
School Meals
Our Griffith’s Kitchen program utilizes culinary arts as a way for our kids and their families to express themselves, all the while providing an innovative outlet to help kids showcase their talent and learn skills needed to live a healthy life. Oh, and everyone loves good food too.
Year-Round Classes
We offer year-round classes to assist in credit recovery. Our innovative program is helping students gain the credits they need to get their high school diplomas. Our Credit Recovery program gives students the ability to work at their own pace, providing them the opportunity to complete the learning materials necessary to get back on track.
Student Intervention
Students receive individual math and reading interventions to increase achievement every week.
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Griffith Centers Sensory Gym
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Foster Care: Jacob and Ella
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Foster Care: Trevor and Heather
Trevor and Heather have been part of our agency since February of 2019. They are a warm, enthusiastic couple that have a heart for teenage girls. While many foster homes, especially those with the end goal of adoption, focus on younger aged children, the...
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Get In Touch
Location: 10 Farragut Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Telephone: (719) 327-2012
Email: info@griffithcenters.org
Hours: M-F: 8am – 4pm