Victory Academy @ Nelson

Victory Academy: Comprehensive connections between education & treatment

Victory Academy offers specialized, individualized educational services for youth residing on our campus, supporting youth ages 11 to 21 from all over Western New York. We bridge the gap with RTF treatment teams to ensure that we provide a person-centered, trauma informed learning environment. 

Young people receive highly-structured, individualized academic instruction in self-contained classrooms with up to eight students with two support staff members. Dedicated team members foster a trauma-sensitive environment that encourages growth, safety, responsibility, and respectful learning. 

We begin with the end in mind, with a goal to return the student to their school district, completion of high school, enrollment in college or preparation for employment. Victory Academy at Nelson is conveniently located at 125 Martin Rd in Lackawanna. Call (716) 828-9716 for more information.

Program Highlights:

• A 12-month calendar

• Staff trained in the use of Ukeru and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) designed to provide them with skills, knowledge and confidence in working with children in crisis

• Individual student counseling on a weekly basis

• Our academic curriculum follows guidelines and expectations of the New York State Department of Education

• Vocational learning and work-based Learning for students ages 14 and older

• Interconnectivity of services at OLV Human Services means students have access to other specialized staff, services, and support