AUGUSTA YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CAMPUS

Augusta Youth Development Campus is a Title I public high school that is part of the Department of Juvenile Justice school district, located in Augusta, GA with about 61 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, Augusta Youth Development Campus has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Augusta Youth Development Campus (YDC) is a secure, state-operated residential facility located in Augusta, Georgia, falling under the jurisdiction of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). As a high-security institution, its primary mission is to provide long-term supervision and rehabilitative services for youth who have been adjudicated for serious offenses. The facility is designed to balance public safety with the goal of rehabilitation, housing residents in a controlled environment while they serve their court-ordered commitments.

In addition to its security and housing functions, the Augusta YDC provides a comprehensive structured program intended to reduce recidivism and support successful reintegration into society. This includes mandatory year-round education programs, vocational training, mental health counseling, and behavioral modification initiatives. By focusing on academic achievement, personal accountability, and the development of life skills, the campus aims to address the underlying factors contributing to juvenile delinquency and prepare its residents for productive futures upon their release.

For more information, contact Augusta Youth Development Campus at (706) 792-7521 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.