Program for Expelled Students | McAdams Academy

Program for Youth who are Expelled or in Foster Care

McAdams Academy is a behavioral program that uses a classroom format to deliver treatment. We accept kids who have been expelled, suspended long-term, or in foster care but are not attending school. We provide a safe and structured learning environment for kids who struggle with emotional and behavioral disorders. Post-pandemic data show a sharp increase in mental health issues, homelessness, and criminal activity for our nation's youth. Research indicates that keeping kids in a structured learning environment dramatically reduces their chances of being further impacted by these societal problems. Students receive seven hours of therapy each day while in our program as they continue their education through an accredited curriculum.

Expelled Kids Can Graduate with a Kansas High School Diploma

Through a partnership, we offer accredited curriculum and therefore our students earn high school credits for coursework completed while attending McAdams. Our students work under the supervision of liscensed teachers and behavioral specialists.

Specialized to Work with Problem Behavior

Our Mission Statement

Providing a safe place where vulnerable youth practice academic, emotional, and spiritual skills for thriving lives that affect families and communities.

Our staff is equipped to work with kids who struggle with behavioral and disciplinary issues.

Low to No Cost for Expelled Students

We work hard to make McAdams Academy as affordable as possible. Tuition is usually free for students while they are expelled from Sedgwick County public schools.

"Since starting working at McAdams I have become a better listener. I have also grown to understand that people have different perspectives than my own and not to assume what someone is thinking or feeling or why they are behaving a certain way." - McAdams Teacher

I was once a kid who needed support, and I want to be that for someone else. McAdams feels like home and everyone feels like family." - McAdams Teacher

I once heard a quote that said 'If you see a place where the Lord is working, join Him there.' That is why I'm here"

- McAdams Volunteer