Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School at the University of Chicago

located in chicago, illinois, the sonia shankman orthogenic school (the o-school) is a therapeutic residential and day program for children and adolescents in need of support for profound emotional issues or who are on the autism scale. the o-school provides highly refined and individualized care provided by a talented and devoted team of professionals. the o-school uses a milieu treatment therapeutic approach, meaning the support of its students is designed to be all encompassing. all activities/events are seen as therapeutic opportunities, and every aspects of a student's day are given considerable thought, care and attention. members of a treatment team—including teachers, therapists, counselors and program managers—work cohesively to create a consistent and meaningful experience throughout each day. the o-school is also characterized by the heavy emphasis it places on the therapeutic relationships that develop between a student and his or her treatment team. milieu staff members ar