Therapeutic Education Alternative (TEA)

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About Therapeutic Education Alternative Program (TEA)

The Therapeutic Education Alternative (TEA) Program offers therapeutic intervention by specially trained mental health professionals in addition to a full range of academic services in an environment with a high staff-to-student ratio. Mental health and educational programming are integrated into the entire school day. The TEA program provides services to students with mental health needs from age three through age 18 who require a high level of support. Instruction is provided in the areas of academics and social-emotional skills. There is strong collaboration between special education teachers, a Mental Health Professional, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), a health associate, and paraprofessionals to support students with their behavioral, mental health, and academic needs.

Program Leadership

AJ Boehmer
Assistant Director/Principal
Phone: 952-431-8632
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Jennifer Petersen
Mental Health Coordinator
Phone: 952-431-8606
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Denise Horvath
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 952-431-4062
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