RAES RSSP

The **RAES RSSP (Regional Alternative Educational Services - Regional Safe Schools Program)**, located at 121 S. Prairie St. in Galesburg, Illinois, serves as a specialized educational environment designed to support students who have struggled in traditional school settings. Operating under the umbrella of the Regional Office of Education, the program provides a structured alternative pathway for middle and high school students who are at risk of suspension or expulsion, or who otherwise require a more intensive, individualized approach to their education.

The curriculum and environment at RAES RSSP prioritize behavioral intervention, social-emotional learning, and academic credit recovery. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a more controlled setting, the staff focuses on helping students address the obstacles—such as attendance issues, disciplinary challenges, or personal hardships—that have hindered their progress in mainstream classrooms. Ultimately, the goal of the program is to provide students with the necessary resources and support to improve their academic performance, develop positive decision-making skills, and successfully transition back into their home school districts or move toward graduation.