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Non-Public School

We have created a therapeutic school environment to support our youth who would thrive best in a non-public school (NPS) setting. VOC Preparatory is behaviorally informed to help students who are facing mental health issues and provide them with specialized curriculum, support, and therapy.

Villages of California Preparatory

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Our focus at VOC Preparatory is to foster academic excellence, critical thinking, and emotional well-being, while simultaneously equipping our students with the skills and mindset necessary to navigate an ever-changing world.

A place to succeed.

We promote character development, social responsibility, and a strong sense of community.

We prioritize creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can build confidence, overcome challenges, and prepare for a successful future.

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WHO

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WHAT

Who does our Non-Public School serve?

Our NPS serves students who are not thriving in the public school setting and would benefit from a more individualized curriculum. These are students who are at a shortfall due to social emotional skills, behavioral and/or mental health issues, specialized needs, and support requirement. They most likely have ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, ODD, and other disorders.

Why offer a therapeutic school setting?

We recognize that some students require not only additional support, but specialized curriculum in a behavioral setting in order to succeed academically. Our students have already tried less restrictive interventions, such as: school counseling or mental health services, behavior intervention plans (BIP), or resource or special day classes (SDC), and need a more therapeutic environment that is conducive to their needs. Every student deserves the opportunity to thrive and we have created a space that empowers them to do so.

What does our Non-Public School provide?

At VOC Preparatory, our students will be provided with a program that offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the unique needs of each student, as well as specialized programs for students who thrive in smaller, more focused settings. Our program emphasizes individualized instruction, small class sizes, and a collaborative approach to learning. They will also receive individual and group therapy, rigorous academic offerings, and be given a personalized behavior intervention plan. Our program and staff ensures that each student receives the attention and resources they need to succeed.

For a more detail list of services, see below.

Villages of California Preparatory

Currently located in Orange County in the city of Costa Mesa, California

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Non-Public

School

    • Students K-6

    • Students who…

      • Have an Identified or Documented Disability (usually under IEP)

      • Require Specialized Support

      • Have Tried Other Interventions

      • Need a Therapeutic Environment

      • Have been Referred by the IEP Team

  • Providing a therapeutic and behaviorally informed environment to promote and allow academic success. We are here to support students who are experiencing…

    • Emotional Disturbance (ED)

    • Other Health Impairments (e.g., ADHD)

    • Specific Learning Disability, if combined with emotional/behavioral issues

    • Severe anxiety, depression, or mood disorders

    • Aggressive, disruptive, or self-harming behaviors

    • Difficulty with social-emotional regulation

    • Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and Support

    • Therapeutic Services

      • Speech and Language Therapy

      • Occupational Therapy

      • Behavioral Therapy

      • Counseling and Mental Health Services

      • Linkage to Psychiatry and medication consultation

    • Academic Support Services

      • Individual Instruction & Small Class Sizes

    • Social Skills Training

      • Group Counseling or Social Skills Groups

      • Peer Interaction Opportunities

    • Daily Living Skills

    • Parent and Family Support

    • Social Skills

    • Coping Skills/Resiliency

    • Executive Functioning

    • Grief & Loss

    • Art Therapy

    • Anger Management/Impulse control

    • Experiential Learning

    • Physical Education

    • STEM programs

    • Creative Arts

    • Art & Music Therapy

    • Integrated Health & Wellness

    • Medication Management

    • Transportation

    • Catered Meals

    • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker Administrator

    • Center Director/Coordinator

    • Board Certified Behavior Analyst

    • Therapist supervised by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker

    • Teacher and Paraeducators (RBT certified)

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