Juvenile Court Schools
The Juvenile Court School is a special alternative program serving a population of "at-risk" students. The JCS is committed to providing a quality educational program for all individuals enrolled.
Small classes with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1, individualized instruction, instructional aides, and special education services are features that ensure a quality program. The JCS program is located at two sites-Buena Vista and Camp Sweeney Education Centers-in San Leandro. Students are referred to the program by the Juvenile Court and the Probation Department.
Buena Vista Education Center
(located at Juvenile Hall)
This facility serves boys and girls 12 to 18 years of age, with an average
age of 15. The period of enrollment is indeterminate and can vary from
one day to several months. Courses are offered in English, Mathematics,
Science, Career Education, Health, Art, Computer Technology, and Physical
Education.
Camp Sweeney Education Center
(located at Camp Sweeney)
This facility serves young men 14 to 18 years old, with an average age
of 16. The period of detention is determined by the Juvenile Court and
varies from one to nine months with an average stay of six to eight months.
Courses are offered in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Career
Education, and Computer Technology.
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