Inmate Guide: Ethan Allen School (Juvenile) - Wisconsin
Overview of the Facility
The Ethan Allen School was a juvenile correctional facility located in Wales, Wisconsin. It was operated by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections, Division of Juvenile Corrections. The facility served as a medium/maximum-security institution for male juvenile offenders.
Contact Information
Address: N8391 County Road Y, Wales, WI 53183
Phone: The facility is now closed, so there is no current phone number available.
Website: The facility no longer has an active website.
Facility Closure
It's important to note that the Ethan Allen School was closed in 2011 as part of Wisconsin's juvenile justice reform efforts. Juveniles who would have been sent to this facility are now typically placed in other juvenile correctional facilities or community-based programs.
History of the Facility
The Ethan Allen School was established in 1959 as a reform school for juvenile offenders. It was named after Ethan Allen, a Revolutionary War hero. The facility operated for over 50 years, providing education, vocational training, and rehabilitation programs for young male offenders. The school's closure in 2011 was part of a broader effort to reform Wisconsin's juvenile justice system and move towards more community-based interventions for young offenders.
Security and Management Information
When operational, the Ethan Allen School was a medium/maximum-security facility. It housed juvenile males who were adjudicated delinquent and committed to the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. The facility employed correctional officers, teachers, counselors, and other support staff to manage and rehabilitate the youth in its care.
Inmate Services and Programs
During its operation, the Ethan Allen School provided various services and programs to its juvenile inmates, including:
- Education: Academic programs to help juveniles continue their schooling
- Vocational training: Programs to teach job skills
- Counseling: Individual and group therapy sessions
- Substance abuse treatment
- Mental health services
- Recreational activities
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the Ethan Allen School?
The Ethan Allen School was closed in 2011 as part of Wisconsin's efforts to reform its juvenile justice system. The closure was aimed at moving towards more community-based interventions for juvenile offenders.
Where are juvenile offenders sent now in Wisconsin?
Since the closure of Ethan Allen School, juvenile offenders in Wisconsin may be placed in other juvenile correctional facilities, such as Lincoln Hills School for boys or Copper Lake School for girls. There's also an increased emphasis on community-based programs and alternatives to incarceration.
What was the purpose of the Ethan Allen School?
The Ethan Allen School was designed to provide rehabilitation, education, and vocational training for male juvenile offenders. Its goal was to help young offenders reform and prepare for a successful return to their communities.
Famous Prisoners
As a juvenile facility, information about specific inmates is generally not made public to protect the privacy of minors. Therefore, a list of famous prisoners is not available for this facility.
