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Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School
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  • Private, Special Education
  • CHICAGO, IL
Therapeutic School

Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School

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    From Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School

    Welcome to the O-School, where bright, creative young people and their families find help and hope when facing emotional challenges and/or autism. The School’s home-like setting, inviting classrooms, and skilled clinical care help rebuild each individual’s sense of mastery, belonging and success.

    With over 75 years of experience utilizing milieu therapy, the O-School is recognized for providing individualized and clinically sensitive care that addresses the emotional and learning needs of students and their families through relational therapy, strong academics, and a nurturing, consistent and inclusive atmosphere.

    The Therapeutic Day Program for elementary, junior high and high school-aged students prepare them to return to their home schools or to post-secondary education after high school. Through comprehensive supports, O-School students develop the skills necessary to build productive and meaningful lives.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    92%
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    Camp O at the O-School

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    A supportive and structured day camp for young people (ages 8-14) who require additional supports to access the joys of summer camp. July 31- August 11, 2023

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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    2:1
    National
    17:1
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    Living in the Area

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    Median Household Income
    $32,981
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,067
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $239,337
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    $244,900

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