Boys Republic High

Boys Republic, located in Chino Hills, California, is a unique, private, non-profit residential treatment community that has been serving at-risk youth since its founding in 1907. Unlike a traditional high school, the institution functions as a therapeutic boarding school and work-study program for young men who have struggled with behavioral issues, academic failure, or involvement with the juvenile justice system. The campus is designed as a self-governing community where students—often referred to as "citizens"—are empowered to take responsibility for their own lives and the welfare of their peers through a unique student-government model.

The core philosophy of the school is centered on "nothing is given, everything is earned," emphasizing a combination of rigorous academic instruction, vocational training, and community service. Students live and work on the historic campus, engaging in programs like commercial baking, landscaping, and printing, which provide hands-on job skills alongside their standard high school curriculum. By fostering a culture of accountability and self-reliance, Boys Republic aims to provide its students with the emotional maturity and practical tools necessary to transition into productive, successful adulthood.