Boot Camps & Military Schools in Indiana

Parents raising troubled and at-risk teens may subscribe to the belief that military school or boot camp is the solution to behavioral issues. However, it is important to understand the requirements and differences between these programs to select one that will best help your child. At Help Your Teen Now, we are committed to helping you become informed about your options and gain access to the resources that will answer your many questions. We provide a free phone consultation and assessment to give you the knowledge you need to get your family back on track.

Boot Camps Are Not The Best Option for Troubled Teens from Indiana

Although the regimen of military schools and boot camps may seem ideal for your at-risk teen, there are several misconceptions regarding these programs. For instance, military schools are academic institutions that prepare students for a voluntary career in the armed forces but do not provide leniency or room for troubled teens who will not respect authority. Boot camps are remedial, military-style, short-term remedial facilities with strict discipline and rigid schedules. While boot camp programs are designed to scare kids into respecting authority, the long-term success rate has been very low. Aside from being non-academic, they are also non-therapeutic and will do very little to deal with the teen’s issues causing the behaviors. A good boot camp may be a practical first step toward a more long-term therapy program, however we urge parents to consider alternative or therapeutic boarding schools. Call us today to discuss the various options in your area.

Indiana Regulatory Laws

Adherence to the standards established by the State Board of Education is required for accreditation of non-public schools. Indiana Code §20-19-2-8 (5). Health and safety, curriculum and staff evaluation, and a school improvement plan are also necessary for a nonpublic school to meet the state requirements. Indiana Code §20-31-4-6. Registration is mandatory; all non-schools must register with the Indiana Department of Education. Indiana Code §20-33-2-21. Non-public school teachers must be properly licensed and certified under 511 IAC 10. 511 IAC 6.1-9-3. Nonpublic schools seeking state accreditation must provide and maintain a curriculum that reflects state and national academic standards. Indiana Code §20-30-5. Accredited schools must adhere to the rules of health and safety as set out by the Indiana State Board of Education, the Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission, The State Board of Health, and the Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration. 511 IAC 6.1-1-4 and 511 IAC 6.1-2-1.

Reference: http://www2.ed.gov/admins/comm/choice/regprivschl/regprivschl.pdf