Urbana Gerber School

The Urbana Gerber School, located at 1301 N. Cunningham Ave in Urbana, Illinois, is a specialized educational facility operated by the Champaign-Ford Regional Office of Education. It serves as an alternative school designed to provide structured, supportive learning environments for students in grades 6 through 12 who have faced challenges in traditional school settings. The program focuses on academic recovery, social-emotional development, and behavioral intervention to help students regain credit and build the skills necessary for graduation or successful transition back to their home districts.

The school emphasizes a small-group instructional model that allows for more personalized attention and a tailored curriculum that meets students where they are academically. By integrating behavioral support with standard educational requirements, the Gerber School aims to create a safe space where students can overcome barriers to their education. The facility works closely with local school districts to ensure that students receive a consistent and meaningful educational experience despite the unique difficulties they may have encountered in their previous academic environments.