OAKLAWN CAMPUS PROGRAM

Oaklawn Campus Program is a public school that is part of the School City of Mishawaka school district, located in Mishawaka, IN with about 79 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 12th Grade. With about 7 teachers, Oaklawn Campus Program has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 **Oaklawn Campus Program**, located on Lincolnway West in Mishawaka, Indiana, serves as a specialized educational environment operating under the umbrella of Oaklawn, a well-known regional provider of mental health and addiction services. Unlike a traditional academic institution, the Campus Program is designed to support students who require intensive behavioral and emotional support alongside their standard curriculum. It typically functions as a therapeutic school setting for K-12 students who may struggle to succeed in a general education classroom due to significant emotional or behavioral challenges.

The program emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating academic instruction with clinical support to help students develop the coping skills and self-regulation necessary to eventually transition back to their home school districts. By providing a structured, highly supervised atmosphere, Oaklawn aims to minimize disruptions to the student's academic progress while addressing the root causes of their behavioral difficulties. It serves as a vital community resource for families and school corporations seeking a safe, trauma-informed setting for students who need more stability than a traditional school environment can offer.

For more information, contact Oaklawn Campus Program at (574) 259-5666 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.