JOURNEYS SOUTH

Journeys South is a public school that is part of the Region III Spec Ed Coop school district, located in Bethalto, IL with about 14 students. With about 2 teachers, Journeys South has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Based on the location provided, **Journeys South** in Bethalto, Illinois, is an alternative education program operating under the jurisdiction of the **Madison County Regional Office of Education (ROE 41)**. It is designed to serve students who require a non-traditional learning environment, often providing support for those who have struggled in or have been removed from the standard comprehensive high school setting.

The school focuses on credit recovery, behavioral intervention, and personalized instruction to help students stay on track for graduation. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a structured, supportive atmosphere, the program aims to address the individual academic and social-emotional needs of its students, offering them a pathway to earn their diplomas in an environment tailored to their specific circumstances.

For more information, contact Journeys South at (618) 210-6485 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.