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Criteria

Member organizations of the Association of Recovery Schools will meet each of the following criteria:

  • Recovery Schools are of two types. Recovery schools at the secondary level meet state requirements for awarding a secondary school diploma. Such schools are designed specifically for students recovering from substance abuse or dependency. Eligible colleges, similarly, offer academic or residential programs / departments designed specifically for students recovering from substance abuse or dependency.

  • Recovery Schools provide academic services and assistance with recovery (including post-treatment support) and continuing care. However, they do not generally operate as treatment centers or mental health agencies.

  • Recovery Schools require that all students enrolled in the program be in recovery and working a program of recovery determined by the student and the School. Consequences of relapse are addressed by the individual School.

  • Recovery Schools offer academic courses for which students receive credit towards a high school or college degree. At the secondary level, Schools assist students in making the transition into another high school, college or a career.

  • Recovery Schools are prepared through policies and protocols to address the needs of students in crisis, therapeutic or other. These procedures can involve

    1. full or part-time licensed counselors on staff, or
    2. out-sourced counseling contracts through which a specific outside agency consults with staff in the event of a student crisis or relapse
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