Welcome to our Jefferson School website. I hope you find it informative and useful.

I am committed to assuring that all children and youth at the Jefferson School receive the highest level of compassionate, professional care tailored to their educational needs and behavioral and emotional health problems. Our devoted staff works hard each day to help our students succeed. We are passionate about helping children and youth learn and grow.

The Jefferson School is a vital part of Sheppard Pratt Health System’s array of behavioral health and special education services. Visionary philanthropists Moses Sheppard and Enoch Pratt began a tradition of thoughtful, state-of-the-art care for those with mental illness in 1891 in Baltimore. We are honored to be part of that continuing tradition as we serve children and youth needing specialized services in Frederick County and the region.

Whether you are a parent, guardian or family member of a Jefferson School student, mental health or education professional, community member, agency representative, or job applicant -- Thank you for visiting us online. If you need more information or would like to visit our campus, please contact the appropriate staff person and we will gladly assist you.

With warm regards,
Michael Priester, Ph.D.
Director, The Jefferson School