NORTHERN REG. JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER

NORTHERN REG. JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER is a public high school that is part of the WV Schools of Diversion & Transition school district, located in WHEELING, WV offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade.

The Northern Regional Juvenile Detention Center (NRJDC), located at 1000 Chapline Street in Wheeling, West Virginia, functions as a secure residential facility operated by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation. It serves as a temporary holding facility for youth who have been charged with delinquent acts and are awaiting court proceedings or placement in long-term treatment programs. Because the facility is designed for custody and security, its primary objective is to maintain a safe and controlled environment for both the staff and the youth in its care.

While the facility operates under a correctional framework, it is required to provide essential services to the detained youth, including access to educational programs, medical and mental health care, and opportunities for recreation. The educational component is structured to ensure that students maintain continuity in their learning while in detention, often coordinated through local school districts or state educational providers. Ultimately, the Northern Regional Juvenile Detention Center serves as a critical component of the state’s juvenile justice system, providing supervision and mandated services for at-risk youth within the Northern Panhandle region.

For more information, contact NORTHERN REG. JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER at (304) 233-9506 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.