Rather, the focus is on helping students understand the decision- making process and acknowledge that they are responsible for their actions. The focus is on building self-esteem by showing students that they can make appropriate decisions. Staff members work with students to set behavioral goals and objectives for their time in the SAC program. As they work to meet those goals, students learn to focus on the areas in which they are experiencing problems. They develop a plan of action that will help them succeed.
Students also receive special assistance with academics.
The goal is to help students improve their academic as well as their behavioral skills. It is important that students feel more confident when they return to their regular classrooms. With confidence comes the willingness to participate in the learning process. And, when students feel better about themselves they are less inclined to act out in unacceptable ways. A clear statement of purpose.