Laurel Hall School - Hagerstown

Laurel Hall School is a non-public special education school serving students ages 5-20 (grades 1-12) who face challenges related to emotional disabilities, multiple handicaps, and secondary disabilities. As part of the Brook Lane mental health services continuum, the school provides a unique integration of specialized education and psychiatric support services, making it an ideal resource for students requiring intensive, coordinated care.

The curriculum is highly individualized, specifically tailored to meet each student's unique abilities and Individualized Education Program (IEP) requirements. Instruction focuses on maximizing proficiency in core subjects, including English, Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, and Sciences. All credits earned meet Maryland State Department of Education requirements and are transferable to a student's local education agency for graduation and diploma issuance.

Designed with a focus on successful reintegration, the program collaborates with the Washington and Frederick County Boards of Education to help transition students back to their home schools. To ensure personalized attention and a supportive environment, the school maintains small student capacities, with up to 90 students in Hagerstown and 45 in Frederick. Laurel Hall School is a nonsectarian member of the Maryland Association of Non-public Special Education Facilities (MANSEF).