Teen Recovery Solutions Inc

“The finance committee reviews the 990. The treasurer signs the return. A copy of the return is provided to the board at the next regularly scheduled board meeting for their review.”

“The board and key employees complete an annual affirmation of compliance and disclosure statement which would identify any conflicts of interest.”

“The executive director's performance is reviewed by the board of directors and any merit increases are recommended and approved by the board of directors.”

“Governing documents are made available to the public upon request.”

“There were 12 individuals that set on the board of directors during the year as volunteers. There were other volunteers that helped with the fundraising events.”

“Mission academy is a recovery high school designed for students in recovery from substance use disorder or chemical dependency. By combining recovery support and academics, teens are much more likely to graduate high school. Mission adademy uses a blended approach of traditional and computer-based coursework. Teens have typically fallen behind in credits due to substance abuse or taking time away to seek treatment. Teachers assist students in catching up academically by creating an individualized graduation plan that addresses each unique educational need to get back on track and graduate. The school is doubly accredited by advanced north central association commission on accreditation and school improvement (nca casi) and the national association of recovery schools. Teachers engage with students throughout the school day through arts integration, creative writing, science labs, service learning, college prep, and health and wellness. Students may enroll at any time during the school year, and summer school is available.”

“Mission peer group is an evening and weekend program that teaches recovery skills to the whole family, hosts peer-to-peer support groups for teens and parents. This unique model creates a supportive and accountable group of sober peers. Counselors guide families through addressing underlying issues at home such as co-dependency or enabling, and recovery coaches serve as mentors helping teens develop the skills to face real-life circumstances and overcome difficulties without resorting to old habits or abusing substances. Social events every weekend can be anything from kayaking a local river to stopping by the arts festival. Giving teens the opportunity to have fun with their peers is key to lasting recovery. This program is available to students who wish to stay enrolled at their home high school and is required of all mission academy students.”