Oceanside

Oceanside is a specialty boarding school located just a little over 20 miles south of San Diego, California, near the seaport town of Rosarita, Mexico. The setting is beautiful, peaceful, and conducive to change. Oceanside is specifically designed to help teens develop character and life-changing habits while at the same time, giving them an opportunity to excell academically. The location of Oceanside offers the benefits of a foreign site, with easy access to the U.S. At Oceanside , students are enriched by a unique cultural experience in Mexico's warm, simple surroundings. Students also learn Spanish, which further enhances the process of change.

Oceanside provides a highly effective learning environment for teens who are struggling in their home, school, or community. Information about Oceanside

The benefits of a foreign site are numerous. The teens enter a new environment, away from the negative friends and influences that have adversely affected their lives. This helps the teens to be much more teachable and open to change and direction. Also, a foreign experience helps broaden the teen's insight, awareness and perspective. amd at the same time, instills a greater appreciation for home and family. Additionally, due to the greater value of the U.S. dollar in Mexico, the school can provide its services at a significant reduction of cost to families. All of these reasons make Mexico an excellent option for teens needing to make changes in their lives.

Academics:
Oceanside has an extremely progressive academic program. The curriculum allows students to work at their own pace and maximize the learning process. The students are tutored by a teacher and in some cases, it is possible to complete courses on an accelerated basis. Each student is assessed upon admission and then assisted in designing their specific course of study.

Recreation:
Activities provide a proper balance of recreation, exercise, learning, personal development and social opportunities. Initially all activities are on grounds. Over a period of time teens may earn the privilege of participating in off campus activities; which could include sight-seeing, water sports, beach outings, and cultural events, etc. Mexico is well suited for these types of experiences.

Personal Development Courses
Emotional Growth and Personal Development Courses are an important part of the overall experience at Oceanside. These courses utilize resources such as: professional audio & video tapes, selective reading material, special workshops and group feedback sessions.