Academic Profile

J Bar J Learning Center, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, is a private accredited education organization that provides the education services to the students at the Academy at Sisters.

It is dedicated to providing an environment that supports high level learning for at-risk teenage girls. We believe that focused effort inspires successes and enhances achievement for all. This focused effort will develop the love of learning and be the basis of personal commitment to life-long learning.

J Bar J Learning Center provides year-round school. It operates on a system of five terms annually, with Spring, Summer and Holiday recess. We are able to address a variety of needs, from the mildly learning disabled student to the accelerated high-achiever, offering remedial to advanced coursework.

Course offerings are extensive and are designed to meet the needs of each student. Teaching methods are innovative and address the diverse learning styles of our students. Life skills are integrated into curricula content.

J Bar J Learning Center requires completion of 27 units to complete the High School Diploma, exceeding the State of Oregon requirements. All students must demonstrate progress in meeting state content standards and complete an individual program of Personal Growth. Competency is determined through a structured level system.

OUR MISSION

The mission of J Bar J Learning Center is to promote integrity and develop critical thinking in an atmosphere of positive relationships and mutual respect.

BELIEF STATEMENT

All students are capable of being confident, self-directed, lifelong learners.

SCHOOL PROFILE

J Bar J Learning Center is a contract school with the Bend-La Pine School District and is registered with the Oregon Department of Education. The school follows the Bend-La Pine School District school calendar and offers a summer school program. The education program is staffed by qualified individuals who are dedicated to the success of each student as a responsible lifelong learner in a changing global community. The school offers students an innovative and flexible avenue through which students can earn credits and incorporate the educational standards set forth by the State of Oregon.

ACCREDITATION

J Bar J Learning Center is accredited with the Northwest Accreditation Commission and is registered with the Oregon Department of Education.

Contact Rick Buening for further information.