MILLE LACS ACADEMY (NEXUS)

MILLE LACS ACADEMY (NEXUS) is a Title I public high school that is part of the ONAMIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ONAMIA, MN with about 67 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 9 teachers, MILLE LACS ACADEMY (NEXUS) has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

Mille Lacs Academy, operated by Nexus Family Healing, is a specialized residential treatment facility located in Onamia, Minnesota, dedicated to serving male youth, ages 10 to 19, who are struggling with harmful sexual behaviors and complex emotional or behavioral challenges. The facility provides a secure, therapeutic environment where residents receive intensive clinical support, including individual, group, and family therapy. Their approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, aiming to help youth understand the origins of their behaviors while teaching them the necessary skills to regulate their emotions, develop healthy relationships, and eventually reintegrate safely into their communities.

In addition to its clinical focus, the academy prioritizes academic and social development by providing an on-site, year-round educational program. Residents engage in a structured routine that integrates specialized treatment with daily schooling, life-skills training, and recreational activities. By collaborating with families, social services, and legal systems, Mille Lacs Academy seeks to provide a comprehensive, holistic continuum of care designed to reduce recidivism and foster long-term behavioral change in the young men they serve.

For more information, contact MILLE LACS ACADEMY (NEXUS) at (320) 532-6840 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.