Sheppard Pratt School-rockville (formerly Frost School

Sheppard Pratt School-Rockville (formerly Frost School) provides a specialized educational environment for students in grades 2-12 who face challenges in standard educational settings due to moderate to severe emotional disturbances. The school utilizes a comprehensive, integrated approach that combines academic instruction with psychiatric treatment, offering a vital alternative to residential care for families in the Washington Metropolitan area.

The program is built on a holistic philosophy that recognizes how a student's well-being is interconnected with their family, peers, and community. By addressing the student as a whole person, the school works to help students manage the various forces affecting their lives. The primary goal is to support students in maintaining their home residence while working toward successful re-entry into regular education, post-high school training, or the workforce within one to two years.

With a dedicated staff of 19 teachers serving approximately 80 students, the school provides a structured and supportive setting focused on positive behavioral change and social-emotional growth. As a nonsectarian institution, Sheppard Pratt School-Rockville offers rolling admissions, allowing families to seek specialized support as needs arise.