Sorenson’s program consists of three primary areas of focus for the youth we serve.

• Behavior is addressed through a structured point system whereby students earn privileges as they move up in the level system.  In this way they experience both the positive and negative consequences of their observed behaviors.  The level assignment is made by point accumulation and a recommendation of the multi-disciplinary team.  The structure of our program is designed to provide close enough parameters so the client cannot continue to seriously hurt themselves with self-destructive behaviors, yet they have enough freedom to make choices within these parameters. By allowing the students to experience the results of their behavior, they begin to develop an internal value system.

• Educational needs and goals are met through attending small classes that foster individualized learning and accelerated comprehension.  Each student has a personal mentor who follows their educational and treatment goals, and reports to parents on their progress.

• Personal emotional growth is strengthened through the individual, family, and group therapy they receive, which help students make a personal assessment and embrace the need for personal change.  Each student is evaluated to assess the most appropriate interventions and program.  Therapy is vital to help the student to resolve issues blocking their higher functioning. 

 In addition to these three areas, the student is exposed to the milieu of a working ranch, which fosters accountability and hard work.  Our pristine surroundings afford the student an opportunity to interact with nature in a distraction-free environment.

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Sorenson's Ranch School Educational Program:

Sorenson's Ranch School is accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools. It is coed and operates year-round. The school program is based on Utah State Core Curriculum and is independent study.

Our grading system ranges from a B- to an A letter grade based on the level of mastery demonstrated on coursework (assignments and tests). If students are unable to meet a given mastery level, they will continue to re-work assigned material until expectations are met.

In addition to course objectives, some classes require a minimum number of hours for credit.

Curriculum

Students must earn a total of 24 credits for Utah graduation. Credits equal Carnegie units with one credit equaling one year long class. 

(1) Language Arts (4.0 units of credit from courses below):

(a) Ninth grade level (1.0 unit of credit);
(b) Tenth grade level (1.0 unit of credit);
(c) Eleventh grade level (1.0 unit of credit);
(d) Twelfth grade level (1.0 unit of credit);
(e) Literature (f)Creative writing

(2) Mathematics (3.0 units of credit from courses below)

(a)    Pre-Algebra

(b)   Algebra I

(c)    Geometry

(d)   Algebra II

(e)    Pre-calculus

(f)     Business Math

(3) Science (Any 3.0 units of credit from courses below):

(a) Earth Systems Science (1.0 units of credit);
(b) Biological Science (1.0 units of credit);
(c) Geology (1.0 units of credit);
(d) Physics (1.0 units of credit); and

 (4) Social Studies (3.0 units of credit):

(a) Geography for Life (1.0 units of credit);
(b) World Civilizations (0.5 units of credit);
(c) U.S. History (1.0 units of credit);
(d) U.S. Government and Citizenship (0.5 units of credit).

 

(5) The Arts (1.5 units of credit from courses below):

(a) Art foundations I-II
(b) Drawing I-III
(d) Dance I-II

(6) Physical and Health Education (2.0 units of credit):

(a) Health (0.5 units of credit);
(b) Participation Skills (0.5 units of credit);
(c) Fitness for Life (0.5 units of credit);
(d) Individualized Lifetime Activities (0.5 units of credit)

(7) Career and Technical Education (1.0 units of credit from courses below):

(a)    Family and Consumer Sciences;

Clothes I-II

Food and nutrition

Life Management

(b) Trade and Technical Education.

Welding tech.

Woods

Fire Science

 

(8) Computer Technology (0.5 units of credit):

(9) General Financial Literacy (0.5 units of credit).

(10) Foreign Language (2 credits for college prep.)

(11) Electives (3.5-5.5 credits)

 Any credit received after above state requirements are satisfied.