Our Model
Troubled boys who come to the Texas New Hope Christian Boys Academy program are often angry and defiant. Our licensed therapists first identify why inappropriate behaviors that are occurring. We address erroneous assumptions that may be in place that lead the boy to these behaviors. The students then discover their inappropriate behaviors and replace them with a better behavior and respect for those around them.
Boys also come to us in various states of meaninglessness. They have acquired dysfunctional routes, behaviors, and attitudes to satisfy primary needs of security and significance. Mentoring and education here generally involve the integration of principles from various psychological disciplines and with varying philosophical underpinnings. We embrace the appropriation of this information where it can facilitate discipleship. The foundation of any sound life-changing process is finding one’s God-given purpose in this world.
Mentoring to Promote Healthy Choices
Group and individual mentoring occurs on a regular basis under the direction of our mentors. This time is utilized to allow students an opportunity to grapple with and resolve commonly faced issues. Students learn to constructively express their thoughts, ideas, and questions in an environment where each member is accepted and respected. Group mentoring is not utilized to scrutinize individual members or to glorify past poor decisions.
Our Bible-honoring curriculum is designed in such a way to emphasize introspective thinking and works hand-in-hand with our therapy. Tailored for the individual student, the work required encourages our students to examine areas of their lives that are in need of change.
Each evening, we hold a group time. This special time of sharing is staff-directed and designed to promote growth and unity within the dorm.
Therapeutic Activities
Individual Mentoring
Each student is specially assigned to the caseload of a Texas New Hope Christian Boys Academy mentor. Along with individual and group mentoring, this team member is also responsible to ensure a smooth delivery of all of Texas New Hope Christian Boys Academy’s services to the student and family. The counselor is the point of contact for the family, available to answer questions and give updates on the student’s progress.
Group Mentoring
Group mentoring occurs on a regular basis, guided by our seasoned mentors. This time is utilized to allow students an opportunity to grapple with and resolve commonly faced issues. Students learn to constructively express their thoughts, ideas, and questions in an environment where each member is accepted and respected. Group mentoring is not utilized to scrutinize individual members or to glorify past poor decisions. The focus in group sessions is on behavior and respect.
Topics or Resources Used May Include:
- Anger and Personal Rights, by Dave Batty
- Breaking Free, by Beth Moore
- Growing Through Failure, by Dave Batty
- Pathway to Christian Character, by Insight Group
- Seeing Yourself in God’s Image, by Dave Batty
- Total Forgiveness, by R.T. Kendall
Life-Changing Curriculum
The first hour of each school day is devoted to a therapeutic focus. Our life-changing curriculum is designed in such a way to emphasize introspective thinking and works hand-in-hand with our Christian mentoring. Tailored for the individual student, the work required encourages our students to examine areas of their lives that are in need of change. Students are required to complete 11 units before graduation from our program which is accomplished through meeting daily and weekly goals. The curriculum has several different components with many tailored options, the following examples name just a few:
Character Quality Studies, Including Topics Such As:
- Obedience
- Humility
- Self-Control
- Courage
- Responsibility
- Respect for Others
- God’s Plan for the Family
- Finding God’s Purpose for Me
Reading Topics Such As:
- Search for Significance
- Safe People
- Boundaries
Evening Group Time
This special time of sharing is staff directed and designed to promote growth and unity in the dorm. Some of the topics that may be discussed include:
- Positive Peer Influence
- Accountability
- Personal Responsibility
- Respect for Others
- Peer Reconciliation/Conflict Resolution
Our Aftercare Program
Texas New Hope Christian Boys Academy is committed to the continued success of our students. We work with the student and family to set up a support system at home.
