Academy at Ivy Ridge was open from 2001 to 2009. It was part of the WWASP organization.
An investigation found that the school issued diplomas not valid in that region. The school was fined $250,000.
A Number of students have complained about their stay at the school. They have spoken about isolation and diffficulties communicating with their children.
Sources:
- School For Troubled Youth To Issue Tuition Refunds (The New York State Office of the Attorney General)
- Melee Keeps Spotlight on Hard Life at Academy (The New York Times)
- (Student testimony)
- (Student testimony)
- Factsheet of the program (Fornits wiki)
