Muriel M. Wright Residential Center for Girls

USA / California / Seven Trees / Bernal Road, 298
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298 Bernal Road
San Jose, CA 95119
408-227-8022
www.scscourt.org/self_help/juvenile/jjustice/detention_...

Program Overview: The Center is a minimum-security detention and rehabilitation facility that has a privilege-based positive reinforcement program. The goal of the Wright Center program is to help the wards learn personal responsibility by increasing social, academica, and communications kills prior to their release. A belt system plays an important component in determining the earning of privileges. "c" belt is the neutral point. "D" belt is for those on restriction who have lost privileges. "B" belt has more privileges. " A" belt provides significant incentives related to home visits, passes, and other program privileges. There are higher behavior expectations for those who earnt he advanced" A and B" levels. All wards receive a copy of the orientation manual, Welcome to the Wright Center, which explains the programs and the rules and regulations. The youth can read the pamphlet and learn exactly what is expected of them during their stay. Appeals, the grievance and appeals procedures and an orientation f or parents are also included. The youth have a prescribed weekly schedule that includes school, housekeeping and handy work on the grounds, assisting in the kitchen, journal keeping, recreation, and quiet time. Rising at 6;30 am and retiring at 9;30 pm. the youth are kept busy all day. The weekend schedule varies from the weekday schedule and may include furloughs, special programs, visiting hours, and work off site. Those who have earned the privilege are allowed to go home for various periods of time over the weekend.
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Coordinates:   37°13'0"N   121°47'17"W
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