STEP - JJAEP

The Williamson County Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP), located in Georgetown, Texas, serves as a specialized educational facility designed for students who have been removed from their regular campus due to disciplinary infractions. Operated in accordance with Texas state law, the program provides a highly structured, restricted environment aimed at maintaining educational continuity while addressing behavioral challenges. Its primary objective is to keep students on track with their core academic curriculum while simultaneously focusing on character development, accountability, and the reduction of recidivism.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the facility emphasizes behavioral modification and social-emotional growth to help students successfully transition back to their home school districts. By maintaining a smaller, more controlled setting, the staff at the Williamson County JJAEP work to mitigate the disruptions that led to the students' placements, providing a standardized environment that prioritizes safety and academic progression. The program serves as an essential component of the local educational landscape, balancing the need for discipline with the state’s mandate to provide ongoing instruction to all students.