MINNEWASKA DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM

MINNEWASKA DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM is a Title I public school that is part of the MINNEWASKA SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in STARBUCK, MN with about 51 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 8 teachers, MINNEWASKA DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. 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 MINNEWASKA DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM, located in Starbuck, Minnesota, is a specialized educational and therapeutic setting designed to support students who require more intensive behavioral, emotional, or social-emotional support than can be provided in a traditional classroom environment. Unlike a standard school, a "day treatment" model integrates academics with mental health services, often serving students in grades K-12 who are working through specific challenges that impact their ability to succeed in a general education setting. The program is typically operated in partnership with local school districts and mental health providers to ensure that students receive a wrap-around approach to their well-being.

The core goal of the program is to help students stabilize their behaviors, develop effective coping mechanisms, and build the social skills necessary to transition back to their home school or graduate. The daily structure usually combines individualized academic instruction—tailored to meet state standards—with regular individual and group therapy sessions, as well as family support services. By providing a low student-to-teacher ratio and a highly structured, therapeutic environment, the MINNEWASKA DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM aims to bridge the gap between mental health stability and academic achievement, ensuring that students remain on track for their educational goals while addressing their personal needs.

For more information, contact MINNEWASKA DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM at (320) 239-2257 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.