Truckee Meadows School

The Truckee Meadows School allows the children in our residential program to continue their education while receiving therapeutic services. Our school is committed to providing a supportive environment for growth.

Teenager smiles as he does homework in class while surrounded by his peers

About Our School

Truckee Meadows School is a private, accredited school licensed by the Nevada Department of Education. The school is located within Willow Springs Residential Treatment Center. All school-aged children attend school and participate in educational activities as part of their overall therapeutic effort. The grades range from first through twelfth grade. GED courses and college prep studies are initiated with therapist and parent approval. All teachers are licensed through the Nevada Department of Education.

Truckee Meadows School is proudly accredited by NCA CASI, NWAC and an accrediting division of COGNIA. Our accreditation demonstrates our dedication to continuous improvement in all that we do. We are committed to providing a secure and enriching learning environment to allow the students the opportunity to pursue their educational goals while undergoing treatment and focus on DBT skills.

The Purple Star School Designation

Purple star logo Willow Springs has received The Purple Star School Designation. It is granted by the Department of Education and aimed at honoring schools that have shown significant dedication to serving military families, including students who frequently relocate due to their parents’ military service. This designation helps ensure that military-connected children receive the support they need to transition smoothly into new educational environments.

School Philosophy

The School educational philosophy involves the students in learning to make responsible decisions about their lives and education. The staff creates a positive and supportive learning environment to allow the students to achieve their individual educational goals.

School’s Vision

Our vision is for our learners to find success in school, to value education, and to make their own path to a fulfilling life.

School’s Mission

Our Mission is to prepare our learners for the outside world and instill in them the confidence to make and pursue their own goals. We will reframe our learners’ relationships with education by supporting them, engaging them, and building positive relationships.

School’s Strengths and Successful Practices

Truckee Meadows School is a private K-12 school licensed through the State of Nevada Department of Education.
Truckee Meadows School is accredited through COGNIA.
We recognize the importance of special education and the use of differentiation and instructional accommodations.
We prefer to hire teachers with both regular and special education degrees.
We reach out to the originating school to match the educational needs of the student and/or use the school’s requirements to help students reach their graduation goals.
We implement the curriculum from the Nevada Department of Education (NVACS) and/or utilize the learning platform and the curriculum from originating schools.