Ridge Creek School is proud that we were the first therapeutic school in the country to apply for and receive accreditation by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). We feel that this definitely paved the way for greater op opportunities for all struggling students to receive placement consideration and acceptance at colleges and traditional boarding schools.
SACS is now known as AdvancED and our 5 year reaccreditation team has just left campus. We are very pleased that not only are they recommending us for continued accreditation but that they commended us for the remarkable commitment of all staff to the success of Ridge Creek School students. They were especially impressed by our professional atmosphere where students feel concern, care and respect from adults. All students who were interviewed said that they would rather be somewhere else especially during the first 6-8 weeks but when asked if in 3-5 years they would look back on this as a positive experience, all students interviewed resoundingly said "YES".
Situated on 210 picturesque acres in the North Georgia Mountains, Ridge Creek Therapeutic School is a truly unique and effective program for teens in crisis, utilizing the tranquility of its pristine setting to promote the security and serenity that accompany self-discovery, self-awareness, and recovery.
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Monday, February 14, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
Ridge Creek School Welcomes 2 New Faculty Members
We, the faculty and staff Ridge Creek School, are excited to welcome Dr. Anne Edens and Keith Bishop to campus.
Dr. Anne Edens is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who holds a Doctorate of Psychology from Baylor University, a Master of Science in Community Agency Counseling from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Georgia. Anne has over 30 years of experience across a variety of settings in the mental health field. As Director of Counseling, Anne is responsible for the supervision of the Counseling staff as well as Counseling and Psychology Interns. In her spare time, Anne is also a professional photographer and enjoys a variety of crafts and hobbies.
Keith Bishop is our Program Administrator and comes to RCS from Eckerd Outdoor Therapeutic Program where he served as Facility/Program Director and Master Counselor. Keith is a natural leader, who brings focus and innovation to all career endeavors, as can be seen by his many achievements and commendations earned while serving in the Air Force. While his primary focus here at RCS will be facility operation and organization, he is an avid outdoors man, who is dedicated to developing the wilderness/recreation curriculum at RCS. We are delighted to have his expertise as an addition to our talented staff.
Dr. Anne Edens is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who holds a Doctorate of Psychology from Baylor University, a Master of Science in Community Agency Counseling from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Georgia. Anne has over 30 years of experience across a variety of settings in the mental health field. As Director of Counseling, Anne is responsible for the supervision of the Counseling staff as well as Counseling and Psychology Interns. In her spare time, Anne is also a professional photographer and enjoys a variety of crafts and hobbies.
Keith Bishop is our Program Administrator and comes to RCS from Eckerd Outdoor Therapeutic Program where he served as Facility/Program Director and Master Counselor. Keith is a natural leader, who brings focus and innovation to all career endeavors, as can be seen by his many achievements and commendations earned while serving in the Air Force. While his primary focus here at RCS will be facility operation and organization, he is an avid outdoors man, who is dedicated to developing the wilderness/recreation curriculum at RCS. We are delighted to have his expertise as an addition to our talented staff.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Dramatic Eagles Continue Auditions for Fall Theatre Production
Today, the RCS Dramatic Eagles continue auditions for Ridge Creek’s Fall Theatre Production. Budding stars of stage and screen are vying for the opportunity to win a role in the annual event. Participating actors, actresses, and tech people will let their talents shine for an audience of family, friends, faculty, and staff. In addition, all students participating directly in the presentation of this sure-to-be memorable show will be eligible for an off-campus visit with their parents immediately following the final performance. Learn those lines kids and make the characters live!!!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Fall Semester Starts at Ridge Creek School
Well, Fall Semester has begun at Ridge Creek. The air is cooling and academics are heating up. Halls are filled with hectic students checking their schedules and finding their classes. Syllabi are being distributed and expectations explained. Classrooms are remodeled and new faculty members are settling in. The campus is alive with the buzz of new beginnings and anticipation for the coming academic year. As the week progresses, look for faculty biographies and course descriptions.
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