So many parents face a choice when a traditional school is failing their child. When teachers can’t seem to break through when your child makes an effort to apply themselves, parents have to make a decision so their child is not lost in the mix and earning disappointing grades over and over again. This sense […]
Many of our students have undergone traumatic experiences, and having a community of educators, clinicians, and parents who are educated on how to best respond to students’ needs is essential to Sage Day. Becoming a trauma-informed school community empowers our educators and clinicians to help children who have experienced trauma succeed in school and in […]
Emotional outbursts and inappropriate behavior that aims to derail time in the classroom always comes from a deeper place than just “attention seeking” as some teachers may write it off as. Conflicts that arise in these situations usually have little to no connection to the real issues lingering beneath the surface. For the person who […]
It is believed that teachers are mentors who influence student behaviors inside the classroom. It is because of this reasoning that Sage Day decided to explore the role of Positive Discipline and implement this as part of our daily mentoring. Both educators and clinicians will be using best practices from this training in our schools. […]
As part of our efforts to give educators and parents the resources they need to support teens who struggle with mental illness, we’re sharing our experiences on what hard to identify warning issues look like. Recognizing warning signs of potential mental health issues is important—parents and educators should also be aware of the differences between […]
Bullying is a serious issue occurring at schools all over the country. For kids and teens who have been bullied, it can be incredibly difficult for them to feel safe and comfortable in a school environment where bullying most often takes place. When children are in their pre-teen years getting ready to make the transition […]
Students diagnosed with ADHD can sometimes struggle in a traditional classroom setting. Completing assignments from start to finish, especially on topics that don’t come naturally, can seem impossible for a student with ADHD. This neurological condition can affect a person’s perception of time, making some classes feel like they last an eternity, and others seem […]
Sage Day has 20 years of dedicated experience in operating private therapeutic schools in NJ for young adolescents. Sage Thrive takes that same therapeutic model as practiced in our four schools and bring them on-site to your public or charter school. On average, one Sage Certified Clinician™ will work with 12-15 students and of the […]
As summer is quickly approaching and school is coming to a close, finding activities and ways to spend your time are important. Teenagers suffering from mental health issues on a regular basis may experience an increase in symptoms due to the lack of social interaction and supervision that they normally receive during the school year. […]
Everyone knows that exercising has great benefits to your body, but what most people don’t know is that it’s one of the most effective ways to improve mental health and well-being. Here are five ways that exercise and physical activities benefit your mental health. Better Sleep Schedule – Exercising often helps regulate your sleep schedule, […]
Calendar
Contact Us
Forms
Admissions 