CRISP RYDC

Crisp RYDC is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the Department of Juvenile Justice school district, located in Cordele, GA with about 11 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 10th 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.

The Crisp Regional Youth Detention Center (RYDC), located at 130 Haralson Road in Cordele, Georgia, is a secure residential facility operated by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. The primary mission of the facility is to provide temporary, secure care and supervision for youth who have been charged with delinquent offenses or are awaiting court hearings. Because it functions as a detention center rather than a long-term school, its operations prioritize public safety, youth accountability, and the provision of a structured, rehabilitative environment.

Within the facility, the educational program is designed to minimize the disruption of the students' academic progress while they are in custody. Through the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice’s educational division, the Crisp RYDC provides core academic instruction tailored to the individual needs of the youth. The focus is on maintaining engagement with standard curricula, supporting credit recovery, and addressing the social and behavioral needs of the residents to help prepare them for a successful transition back into their home communities or long-term placement settings.

For more information, contact Crisp RYDC at (229) 271-4901 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.