Brightmont Academy Helps Students in Treatment Facilities Stay on Track

July 28, 2025

Private School Specializing in One-to-One Instruction for 1st-12th Grade Students


National — Brightmont Academy, a private accredited school offering one-to-one instruction, is helping students continue their education while receiving care for mental health, substance use, eating disorders, and other personal challenges. According to the CDC, more than 1 in 5 children have been diagnosed with a mental, emotional, or behavioral health condition by the time they turn 17. For some, the best step forward includes time away from a traditional school environment in a treatment facility. Brightmont provides a path to recovery that doesn’t derail academic progress.


For many families, that diagnosis can feel overwhelming, especially when it disrupts a student’s academic journey. Brightmont understands these moments and offers a path forward that puts both mental wellness and education at the center. “I think for some kids, it's very hard to deal with the pressures of life when they come at you all the time,” said Karen Buckner, CEO of Brightmont. “Compartmentalizing things is probably a skill we learn over time. Many kids, 12 to 20, don't have that capability but need it. And so, there are kids who, to deal with challenges—whether it be substance abuse, mental health issues, eating disorders, whatever it is—may need to leave a different environment and just focus on that for a little while.”


Students can take a break when needed and resume school with one-to-one instruction tailored to their pace, schedule, and emotional readiness. “In the back of their minds and their parents' minds, for many of them, they never thought they'd be in this situation,” Buckner added. “And all they can think about is, ‘Oh my gosh, there goes their sophomore year in high school, their seventh grade, half of their sixth grade.’ With Brightmont, we can help them get back to where they need to be and on pace for their age group.”


Brightmont’s flexible structure—with year-round enrollment, rolling admissions, and personalized pacing—makes it an ideal option for students transitioning out of treatment. “We're not on a traditional schedule because we're flexible, because we're open year-round, because we have rolling admissions,” Buckner said. “The kids can start at any time. We are a wonderful place to come and look at. If you need to take 30 days, 60 days, six months out of your year to take care of yourself, Brightmont will be there when you are ready—and we can help.”


Brightmont Academy is located in eight states and is currently accepting enrollments.


Brightmont Academy is an accredited private school that provides one-to-one instruction. One experienced teacher works with one student throughout every learning session. Customized full-time programs and individual courses are offered for grades 1-12. Students can also receive individualized tutoring for all 1-12 subjects, study skills, and test prep. Brightmont Academy has served thousands of students since 1999 and has 20 campuses in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington. For more information call 1-888-521-0887 or visit: www.brightmontacademy.com.


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