Because of the severe handicaps and learning needs of the children, the challenge of The CYFS School is to provide a specialized educational curriculum that is sensitive to each individual child. Many students suffer from Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), others have severe conduct disorders and others lack the intellectual, social and culturally accepted parameters to participate in a public school setting.

The charge of the teachers and educational guides in working with this diverse and challenged population is to help each child attain their highest potential. This is done through individualized learning plans and a staffing ratio of four to one. Each child is recognized for his/her strengths and each child is assisted with meeting its challenges.

Our staff is all credentialed teachers. Additionally, the school staff is assisted by a team of qualified mental health professionals with Master's Degrees that are supervised by a licensed psychologist. The depth of the school staff is unique and virtually unmatched in the State. The dedication and commitment of the staff and leadership is documented by thirty years of continuous high quality care to children from throughout Oregon.