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Transitions Academy

NWLSD TRANSITIONS ACADEMY

CONNECTING FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

 
NWLSD Transitions Academy: Connecting For Student Success
 
At Northwest Local School District’s Transitions Academy, we understand the path to success does not always look the same for all students. When a traditional academic setting is not ideal*, home school administration may refer a student for placement at Transitions Academy (TA). Students attending TA benefit from smaller staff-student ratios, a modified school day, varied instructional modalities, and individualized social-emotional-behavioral supports.

 
  • Individualized academic learning plans developed at the start of placement
  • Direct access to licensed social worker daily
  • Students can still remain connected to home school and school activities
  • Access to school-based resources and community supports
  • Online and in-person learning experience
  • Small group tutoring
  • 1-to-1 Chromebooks
  • And so much more...

TRANSITIONS MISSION AND VISION

Mission
The Mission of Transitions Academy is to provide a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment where all students are encouraged and supported to achieve next-step goals.
 
Vision
Teaching and Learning at Transitions Academy will:
  • Include the design of individualized learning plans that accommodate the academic, social, and emotional strengths and needs of all students
  • Provide a culture of safety and acceptance
  • Develop positive relationships among all members of every student's team
  • Promote respect and accountability to prepare all students for a future of self-sustainability

TRANSITIONS STAFF

 
Our staff is trained in both Restorative and Trauma-Informed Practices. We understand the importance of building and maintaining supportive, ongoing relationships with students and families, and believe this is a critical component to establishing a safe, welcoming environment to promote student success.
 
Mrs. Heather Kidd
Mrs. Heather Kidd
Dean
Phone: 513-648-3183


Ms. Cristen Casteel
Ms. Cristen Casteel
Program Coordinator
Phone: 513-648-3183

TRANSITIONS MODIFIED SCHEDULING

Modified Schedule Times:
Session ONE: 7:30 AM—10:15 AM
Session TWO: 11:00 AM—1:45 PM

Students are required to attend Monday - Friday during their scheduled session time. 

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT

 
All program options at Transitions Academy utilize a modified attendance plan. Regardless of the program option type, all students are required to complete a minimum of 30 hours of academic activities each (5 day) week*. Because a portion of these hours must be completed independently outside the school day, regular access to the internet outside of school is necessary and critical for student success. *Hourly requirements are based on the number of days in the school week.

PROGRAM LEADERS


Ms. Cristen Casteel

Ms. Cristen Casteel
Program Coordinator
Phone: 513-648-3183


Mrs. Heather Kidd
Mrs. Heather Kidd
Dean
Phone: 513-648-3183

Who Can Attend Transitions Academy

Transitions Academy (TA) is a referral-based, off-site academic program for students in grades 6 –12 attending one of the following NWLSD schools:
 
  • Colerain High School
  • Northwest High School
  • Colerain Middle School
  • Pleasant Run Middle School
  • White Oak Middle School