TUSCALOOSA COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER

Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center is a public high school that is part of the Tuscaloosa County school district, located in Tuscaloosa, AL offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade.

The Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center, located at 5941 12th Ave East in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, operates under the jurisdiction of the Tuscaloosa County School System (TCSS). As an educational component within a secure juvenile facility, the school is designed to provide continuity of instruction for students who have been placed in detention. The primary focus of the program is to ensure that incarcerated youth remain engaged with their academic responsibilities, preventing them from falling behind in their grade-level requirements while they navigate the juvenile justice system.

The curriculum is structured to accommodate the unique needs of a transient student population, offering individualized support that aligns with the core standards established by the Tuscaloosa County School System. By maintaining a school environment within the detention center, the institution aims to support the rehabilitative process, providing students with the essential academic tools and stability necessary to facilitate their successful transition back into their home schools or alternative educational programs upon their release.

For more information, contact Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center at (205) 349-3131 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.