LAKE CUMBERLAND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Lake Cumberland Youth Development Center is a public high school that is part of the Wayne County school district, located in Monticello, KY with about 30 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 2 teachers, Lake Cumberland Youth Development Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Lake Cumberland Youth Development Center (LCYDC), located in Monticello, Kentucky, is a secure residential facility operated by the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice. The center serves as a rehabilitative environment for male youth who have been committed to the state’s custody. Its primary mission is to balance public safety with the personal development of the residents, utilizing a structured setting that focuses on behavioral modification, individual accountability, and the acquisition of social skills necessary for successful reintegration into the community.

The facility provides a comprehensive educational and treatment-oriented curriculum tailored to the specific needs of its residents. In addition to standard academic programming, the center incorporates evidence-based therapeutic interventions, vocational training, and life-skills development. By offering counseling and educational pathways, the LCYDC aims to address the underlying factors contributing to delinquency, helping young men develop the academic and personal competencies required to make more positive life choices following their release.

For more information, contact Lake Cumberland Youth Development Center at (606) 348-1482 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.