Kradwell School recently celebrated its 60th anniversary of empowering students who faced diverse challenges while in traditional educational settings. The Kradwell model allows students to thrive, while being themselves, in a personalized learning environment. The private school, located on the campus of Aurora Psychiatric Hospital in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, serves just over 50 students in grades 8-12. The school's unique 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio ensures that every student's voice is heard, and they receive ample attention and personalized instruction in a safe, comfortable setting. "Our individualized instruction model educates the whole person. The low student-to-teacher ratio allows us to get to know our students as people, not just students," says Mary Helen Schulte, Director at Kradwell School. "This sets us apart. Building meaningful relationships is a cornerstone of our philosophy and values. Many Kradwell students struggled in traditional schools due to issues like dyslexia, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, OCD, or bipolar disorder, prior to coming to us. Yet, with the school's dedicated staff, our students often achieve more than they ever thought possible,” says Schulte. A Kradwell graduate shares, "When I arrived at Kradwell, my anxiety was crippling due to my learning disability. I initially struggled with many tests and assignments, but I received the support I needed to make my dreams come true. After graduating, I followed my passion and attended the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, where I earned a degree in education." "21,900 days. 525,600 hours. 972 graduates and counting. Kradwell is just one step in a long journey,” Schulte emphasized. “We equip students to succeed beyond Kradwell, to start a career, enter the trades or go on to college. The future of Kradwell is bright, and so are the lives of our students – past, present and future." Scholarships are provided to many students, making the program accessible to the kids who need it most.