Fresh Start Academy
Anna Henzler, BCBA, Program Director
anna.henzler@menta.com
About Our School
Fresh Start Academy embodies the principles of the Expanded Menta Method and Trauma-Informed Practices. We commit our curriculum and teaching styles to personalized learning and facilitate current technologies with dedicated educators. These actions create a warm and understanding environment where our students thrive. Our flexible learning spaces are carefully designed and curated to inspire an adult learning mindset.
Our core values drive our commitment to each student’s success. We believe in fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and acceptance, where every student is valued for their unique strengths and potential. Through personalized educational plans, we strive to meet the individual needs of each student, recognizing that no two learners are alike. At Fresh Start Academy, we harbor, help, and guide each student’s unique journey with compassion and dedication.
Our Kids
Frequently Asked Questions
Children are placed at Fresh Start Academy through the home or attending school with the child’s IEP team. The school determines that they are unable to support the student at their campus and a recommendation is made for the student to receive their services in a Level D placement. The parent, student and administrator will review the IEP and additional information and determine if our school is the best option for supporting the students needs.
As a special education private day program, we KNOW that all students need to be in school everyday. We do not suspend or expel our students for any reason and we Never Give Up on our students.
We offer transportation services through the Home School District and our own private transportation services. Please contact the school administrator for more information.
We serve a variety of students with IEPs, 504 Plans, and General Education — any student needing additional educational or behavioral support.
Every school in our organization provides counseling services to students that require counseling services. In addition we offer Speech and Occupational therapy as identified by the child’s IEP.
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