DOLAN CTR MARYVILLE FARM CAMPUS

Dolan Ctr Maryville Farm Campus is a Title I public school that is part of the Durand CUSD 322 school district, located in Durand, IL with about 32 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 12th 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. With about 9 teachers, Dolan Ctr Maryville Farm Campus has a student/teacher ratio of about 3:1. 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.

The **Dolan Center**, located at the Maryville Farm Campus in Durand, Illinois, is a specialized educational and therapeutic facility operated by Maryville Academy. It serves as a residential treatment and educational program designed for youth who have experienced significant trauma or emotional challenges. The campus is uniquely situated on a working farm, which serves as an integral part of the therapeutic process. By utilizing a "therapeutic farm" model, the center provides students with hands-on experience in agriculture, animal care, and horticulture, which helps them build self-esteem, learn responsibility, and develop essential life skills in a calm, nature-oriented environment.

Academically and clinically, the Dolan Center offers a structured, supportive environment that emphasizes individualized attention. The curriculum is tailored to meet the specific learning needs of each student, often integrating experiential learning with traditional academics. The goal of the program is to foster emotional regulation, social-emotional growth, and academic success, ultimately preparing students for a successful transition back to their home communities or less restrictive educational settings. By combining clinical intervention with the peaceful, productive atmosphere of a farm, the center aims to help troubled youth heal and develop the resilience necessary to move forward in their lives.

For more information, contact Dolan Ctr Maryville Farm Campus at (815) 248-2171 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.