Gatehouse
Educational
...
where recovery and lifelong learning begin
Gatehouse
Education offers a unique approach for its students, creating
an opportunity for learning which lasts a lifetime. Our philosophy,
as the slogan suggests, is distinguished just as clearly as
the dictionary's definition of the word philosophy, which
states "Love and pursuit of wisdom by intellectual means
and moral self." In the first month at Gatehouse, while
the focus is on establishing social, therapeutic and community
roles in recovery, we are testing the student's ability and
willingness as a learner. This month-long interaction gives
us a baseline to move forward and allows us to think about
assisting students with specialized needs (learning disabilities,
attention defecits).
We
utilize various recovery-centered books, videos, documentaries,
and even feature films of all genre to serve as a practice
in communication and comprehension. This curriculum (called
Comprehensive Studies) is completely unique to Gatehouse.
Once
our intial period of evaluation is complete, we engage the
learner in a path of specific academic studies, either at
the high school or college level. Gatehouse has partnered
with two fine institutions: Rio Salado College and The University
of Nebraska-Lincoln, to offer classes at a distance. Distance
Learning has become highly recognized as an effective mode
of learning, these two colleges stand out as having the highest
academic accreditation possible, achieving the excellence
Gatehouse demands.
The
University of Nebraska-Lincoln specializes in offering high
school diplomas, both for general and college preparatory
studies and fits nicely into the Gatehouse schedule with its
flexibility of class offerings, start dates, and transcript
evaluations. Additionally, they offer SAT and ACT prep. studies
and testing.
Rio
Salado College offers university level classes, certifications,
and Associate degrees in many areas of study. As well, they
offer online GED prep. classes and exams. One of the most
popular certification programs for our students has been the
Chemical Dependency Program. They also offer assessment testing
for those interested in completing core college courses.
Gatehouse
Academy's most exciting feature is the state of the art computer
lab. Completely outfitted with Dell computers, this center
offers students an opportunity to online learning and research,
all under the direction and supervision of our onsite instructor.
Located in our remodeled schoolhouse is the music room, where
students get to listen to a D.J. and kick up their heels a
bit! The center offers an art room where students paint, draw
and explore the freedom of expression as a way of learning
who they are and what moves, touches and inspires them to
greatness. In addition, there are regularly scheduled yoga
and karate classes, further exploring the mind, body, spirit
connection
