DONALD R. KUHN JUVENILE CENTER

DONALD R. KUHN JUVENILE CENTER is a public high school that is part of the WV Schools of Diversion & Transition school district, located in JULIAN, WV offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade.

The DONALD R. KUHN JUVENILE CENTER, located in Julian, West Virginia, serves as a secure residential facility operated by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation. As a juvenile detention and treatment center, its primary objective is to provide a structured, safe, and rehabilitative environment for youth who have been remanded to state custody. The facility is designed to balance security requirements with the delivery of essential services aimed at addressing the behavioral, emotional, and educational needs of the residents.

Within the facility, the educational program is a critical component of the residents' daily lives, typically administered in alignment with West Virginia’s institutional education standards. The school component focuses on academic credit recovery, individualized instruction, and skill-building, ensuring that youth can continue their schooling despite their circumstances. Beyond academics, the center integrates counseling, social services, and rehabilitation programming intended to reduce recidivism and help youth successfully transition back into their communities upon release.

For more information, contact DONALD R. KUHN JUVENILE CENTER at (304) 369-2987 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.