Omaha Home for Boys School Reaches Student Achievement Milestone

The Omaha Home for Boys School (www.OmahaHomeForBoys.org) recently achieved a momentous milestone. Students at the high school have earned more than 200 school credits so far during the 2016-2017 school year. This record-setting pace surpasses the 174 total credits earned the previous school year.

The addition of a third teacher to the staff and the opening of an additional classroom with a study hall environment are both factors that have led to the school’s success.

“The study hall environment gives students more freedom and teaches them to make choices that will have a positive impact on their path to graduating,” said Dr. Anthony Dancer, Education Manager of School Operations. “It provides a lesson in responsibility that will last far beyond their time in the classroom.”

The implementation of an incentive program rewarding students for reaching benchmarks has also helped students gain a stronger focus on their school work.

“Students are eager to earn incentives because for some it’s the first time they’ve been in an environment where they’re receiving positive reinforcement,” said Dr. Dancer.

The school serves young men in the Home’s residential care program and aims to develop positive character traits while also providing educational programming.

Please visit www.OmahaHomeForBoys.org to learn more.