Juvenile Detention Center
SSD's Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) provides students with education services in the St. Louis County Family Court Center. Students are provided with instruction and the opportunity to earn credits toward graduation. The focus of JDC is to give students the skills they need to make a successful transition back to their home school and/or post-school life after graduation.
Mission
At JDC School, our mission is to provide high-quality education and supportive services to juveniles, helping them to overcome challenges, build confidence, and unlock their full potential through a holistic approach. We are dedicated to creating safe and inclusive learning environments that foster hope, resilience, and a sense of purpose for each individual to be empowered.
Vision
Our vision at JDC is to provide a trauma-based, restorative, and inclusive environment where building relationships and partnerships inspire our students to engage in various research-based curricular programs to meet their full potential, while continuously analyzing our programs for improvement and growth.