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Since 1982, Brehm Preparatory School has been empowering students with learning differences to recognize and achieve their potential. Brehm welcomes students grades 6-12+ into our holistic experience. Other programs at Brehm include the Arrowsmith Program and a 6-week Summer Program. For more information, visit www.brehm.org today!.
Club or Organization: Animal Club, Anime Club, Cooking Club, Outdoor Club
Arts and Music Programs: Acting, Art Club, Design Club, Yearbook
Recreational Athletic Programs: Bike Club, video Game Club
School Notes
Since 1982, Brehm Preparatory School has been empowering
students with learning disabilities and differences to recognize
and optimize their potential. Our caring, highly qualified faculty
and staff welcome students in grades 6 through 12+ into a dynamic
new learning environment brimming with optimism. Working quickly to
break down barriers, build trust, and rebuild self-confidence, they
embrace students in a nurturing boarding school environment where
each child feels accepted and supported.Brehm recognizes that
each student is unique and must find his or her individual pathway
to academic, social, and emotional success. Following a careful
review of the student`s data and academic history, an
Individualized Holistic Education Plan is designed around the way
each student learns best.The academic curriculum includes
traditional core subjects, computer science, Spanish, physical
education, fine arts, and learning cognition. Students are trained
to use the latest assistive technology and software. Many students
also enroll in the innovative Arrowsmith Program at Brehm, a
breakthrough learning methodology that uses intensive cognitive
exercises to restore and strengthen learning pathways in the
brain.Certified faculty and staff work with students to
monitor progress toward individual goals, leveraging individual
strengths into a comprehensive program. Brehm students
graduate with the tools, skills, and confidence to become effective
self-advocates and independent learners.Brehm`s 100-acre
wireless campus features state-of-the-art learning technologies and
software. Each student is provided with a laptop loaded with the
latest assistive tools and software through the school`s 1-to-1
Program. Vibrant working relationships with nearby Southern
Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) and numerous community
partners round out the school`s extraordinary range of programs,
resources, and activities.Brehm has a 6-week Summer Program
that offers academics, adventures and social awareness for children
with learning disabilities, ages 11 18. Our summer program was
developed by a team of faculty and speech and language pathologists
in hopes of creating a fun-filled learning adventure for students
with learning disabilities.Brehm also has a post-secondary
school, OPTIONS Transitions to Independence, that offers
instruction and assistance for students who need to further develop
independent living, social, employment and academic skills. OPTIONS
life development program emphasizes independent living, life
skills, self-advocacy skills, well-rounded interpersonal skills,
community linkages, employability, and career development
strategies. 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 skills, college preparation and participation, social
skills, employment readiness classes, and community-based
internships. For more information, visit
www.experienceoptions.org.
Grades: 1-12 | 156 students330 miles 600 W Grand Ave Lake Villa, IL 60046 (847) 245-6400
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(3 reviews)
51/31/2025
As a parent of a neurodivergent (or neuro-spicy) child who struggled throughout middle school, finding Brehm was a Godsend. For years before we found Brehm, we went to parent-teacher conferences in public schools and were told that our child was doing fine (mostly because they weren't disruptive). We would say, "But what about X and Y and Z?" And the teachers would say, "Different children develop at different rates." The result was that our child felt inadequate and incompetent. They hated going to school. Our child started Brehm as a freshman, and at the first parent-teacher conference 6-8 weeks into the year, every single teacher said to us, "These are the things that your child is struggling with, and here are the next three steps I'm taking to help them grow." It was such a change. It's hard to send your special needs child to a boarding school, but the faculty and staff treat them like their own. We experienced so much love and caring for our child. We are grateful to have found Brehm.
- Posted by Parent - Ben
51/6/2024
Our child found a "place" at Brehm. The teachers and staff have the right knowledge, creativity, and desire. It has been amazing to watch our teen build confidence and joy in learning again. They feel comfortable and excited to be there.
- Posted by Parent - ChrisS
55/17/2016
The holistic approach and family atmosphere really helps the program's effectiveness.
- Posted by Parent - newpa
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Brehm Preparatory School (2021)
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