YOUTH CTR OF HIGH PLAINS

The **Youth Center of the High Plains (YCHP)**, located in Amarillo, Texas, is a specialized educational and correctional facility operated in partnership with the Canyon Independent School District. Unlike a traditional neighborhood school, YCHP serves as a secure residential facility for juveniles who are navigating the justice system. The educational program is designed to provide continuity for students whose lives have been interrupted by legal circumstances, ensuring they remain on track with state curriculum requirements while in a structured, supervised environment.

Because the facility operates under the umbrella of Canyon ISD, the academic curriculum mirrors that of the district’s comprehensive schools, focusing on core subjects such as English, mathematics, science, and social studies. The primary goal of the center is to provide a safe, disciplined, and focused learning atmosphere that promotes academic credit recovery and skill development. By emphasizing education alongside behavioral rehabilitation, the program aims to equip students with the tools necessary to successfully reintegrate into their home schools or the workforce upon their release.