Threshold Community Program (formerly The Community School)
Tel:
(404) 308-8548
Threshold Community Program is designed for students in junior high and high school (ages 12-18 years old), as well as young adults in transition, who have had difficulty keeping pace in traditional academic settings, and who need more emphasis on social-emotional development, communication and relationship skills, and contextual, experiential learning.
This program offers a nurturing and highly interactive learning environment built around experiences of strong personal interest.
We are accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission, enabling students who are ready to work towards a high school diploma to do so.
Students' profiles may include a diagnosis of an autistic spectrum disorder, including Asperger Syndrome and PDD, or nonverbal learning disability.
Many students struggle with managing their feelings frustration, anger, anxiety, obsessive thinking) and with having successful relationships.
They may have become depressed and despondent in other schools and feel an overwhelming sense of hopelessness and withdrawal when they first join us.
TCP also has a robust program for young adults in transition, providing job and/or college support, social development, and a place in a learning community.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 7-12
- Students: 26 students
- Yearly Tuition: $32,300
- Average class size: 2 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
Top Placements
Threshold Community Program (formerly The Community School) places among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Georgia Accrediting Commission |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 7-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 2005 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 26 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 25% State avg.: 22% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 17 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 2:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
| Average Class Size | 2 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Mar. 1 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $32,300 |
| Tuition Notes | School accepts sb-10 scholarships |
| % on Financial Aid | 5% |
| Admissions Director | Dave Nelson |
| Admissions Associate | Kristen Maddox |
School Notes
- Threshold Community Program is designed for students in junior high and high school (ages 12-18 years old), as well as young adults in transition, who have had difficulty keeping pace in traditional academic settings, and who need more emphasis on social-emotional development, communication and relationship skills, and contextual, experiential learning.
- This program offers a nurturing and highly interactive learning environment built around experiences of strong personal interest.
- We are accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission, enabling students who are ready to work towards a high school diploma to do so.
- Students' profiles may include a diagnosis of an autistic spectrum disorder, including Asperger Syndrome and PDD, or nonverbal learning disability.
- Many students struggle with managing their feelings frustration, anger, anxiety, obsessive thinking) and with having successful relationships.
- They may have become depressed and despondent in other schools and feel an overwhelming sense of hopelessness and withdrawal when they first join us.
- Threshold Community Program also supports young adults in transition, providing job and/or college support, social development, and a place in a social community.
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School Reviews
| 5 I have Asperger's Syndrome and was pulled from the public school system in 7th grade due to getting frequently bullied. I was enrolled in the Lionheart Academy (which I also recommend for younger ages) the following school year, and a year later the director started The Community School (which later became Threshold Community Program). Were it not for this program, I would not have been able to make friends or even get my high school diploma. Threshold Community Program literally saved my life, and my future. For that, I can't recommend them enough. - Posted by Student/Alumni - Kenny Busey |
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