AARON COHN REGIONAL YOUTH DETENTION CENTER

Aaron Cohn Regional Youth Detention Center is a Title I public high school that is part of the Department of Juvenile Justice school district, located in Midland, GA with about 32 students offering grade levels from 6th 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.

The Aaron Cohn Regional Youth Detention Center (RYDC), located in Midland, Georgia, functions as a secure residential facility operated by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. It is designed to provide temporary housing and supervision for youth who have been charged with offenses and are awaiting court proceedings or placement in long-term treatment programs. The facility focuses on maintaining safety and security while providing essential services to the detained population, including 24-hour monitoring, health care, and specialized support programs intended to manage the behavioral needs of the residents.

In addition to its custodial responsibilities, the center operates an on-site educational program tailored to ensure that students do not fall behind in their academic progress while in detention. The educational curriculum is structured to meet state standards and includes both general education and special education services, providing a stabilized environment for academic instruction. By balancing security measures with rehabilitative and educational opportunities, the Aaron Cohn RYDC aims to address the immediate needs of at-risk youth within the Georgia juvenile justice system.

For more information, contact Aaron Cohn Regional Youth Detention Center at (706) 568-2498 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.