OPTIONS Transitions to Independence
Optimizing Potential Through Individualized, Ongoing Nurtured Successes
Discover a World of Independence
OPTIONS (Optimizing Potential Through Individualized Ongoing Nurtured Successes) offers a comprehensive boarding program for post-secondary students with learning disabilities, attention disorders, language-based disorders, and/or executive functioning deficits. We service students who need to further develop their independent living, social, employment, and academic skills through individualized instruction and assistance. With the help of OPTIONS instructors, Independent Living Counselors, and specialized academic coaches, our students are successfully guided through speech and language courses, core academic strategies, college preparation and participation, social strategies, employment readiness classes, and community-based internships. As students transition through the program’s phases, they acquire and refine the tools necessary for an independent life.
Fostering A Family Atmoshere
We address the educational, social, wellness, and emotional needs of each student in a family-like environment.
Fostering A Family Atmoshere
We address the educational, social, wellness, and emotional needs of each student in a family-like environment.
Meet Our Staff:
Our faculty and staff live the OPTIONS mission daily. Their specialized expertise, compassion, and active participation in the campus community enrich our programs.
Campus Location
Nestled against the backdrop of Shawnee National Forest, our campus is within walking distance of Southern Illinois University and close to myriad enrichment opportunities in Carbondale.
Campus Location
Nestled against the backdrop of Shawnee National Forest, our campus is within walking distance of Southern Illinois University and close to myriad enrichment opportunities in Carbondale.
Understanding Complex Learning Disabilities
OPTIONS recognizes the combined effects of learning disabilities (LD), Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), language-based processing issues, executive function issues, and the social and psychological implications of struggling to find success in an academic environment.
OPTIONS focuses on direct interventions for students with a range of challenges, including Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and nonverbal learning disabilities.
Core Values
Our mission is backed by these foundational pillars:
Empowerment:
Equipping our students for post-secondary education and beyond.
Integrity:
Upholding the highest ethical standards in our educational services.
Interactive Problem-Solving:
Employing tailored strategies for effective solutions.
Ongoing, Open Communication:
Maintaining transparent dialogues among all stakeholders.
Staff Development:
Continual training and upgrading of faculty skills.
Continuous Improvement:
A focus on incremental advancements in both academic and boarding school offerings.
Financial Stability:
Ensuring the sustainability of our specialized education programs.
Safety:
A secure environment is paramount for student growth and learning.
Ready to Empower Your Child’s Future?
We empower students with learning differences. Join our legacy of three decades, emphasizing empowerment, integrity, and holistic support in a safe environment. Contact us today.