Hailey Dever: Therapeutic Boarding School for Boys

A THERAPEUTIC BOARDING SCHOOL H A ILEY D EVER S P R İ NG 2 0 2 1 M O ORE C O LLEGE O F A R T & D E SİGN

WHAT IS IT? •

Differs from the traditional educational norms

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Allows the student to be more in control of their lessons and learning techniques

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Has a focus on using therapeutic techniques as a core foundation.

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Can be a day school, boarding school, or after school activity, also used in things like wilderness retreats

BACKGROUND Behavioral issues can stem from a multitude of reasons. From abuse, mental illness, and drugs, many things can be stressors that lead to disruptive and/or violent behaviors. Many of which present in school, as not everyone is equipped to learn and grow in the traditional schooling system. Therapeutic schools, and programs can provide an excellent alternative towards mainstream schools.

JUSTIFICATION •

Unlicensed teachers, advisors, mentors, etc.

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Rampant abuse

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Takes the child away from friends and family

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Very expensive

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Student can become too reliant on the school or program

USERS

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Primary -Residential Students -Commuter Students -Boy's between the ages of 13-18 -With behavioral problems

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Secondary -Staff

SITE • HAMILTON, NJ • TWO SEPARATE BUILDINGS EACH -WITH THREE FLOORS • APROX. 20,000 SQ FT EACH -120,000 SQ FT TOTAL

BUILDING A-FIRST FLOOR

3D SECTION OF BUILDING A

DINING HALL

DINING HALL

BUILDING A- SECOND FLOOR

UP-CLOSE THERAPY SPACE

BUILDING A- Third Floor

CLASSROOM

BUILDING B-FLOOR 1

BUILDING B- SECOND&THIRD FLOORS

TYPICAL DORM ROOM