Located between Bend and Sisters along Highway 20 in the high desert of Central Oregon, the founders of Bridges Academy envisioned a school for temperamentally challenged teens based on three specific components which are small population size, individually-paced education, and family involvement. Troubled teens develop respect for self and others, improve their coping skills as well as their decision-making and conflict resolution skills through academic achievement, personal growth, and disciplined living. Bridges Academy has a capacity for 30 boys between the ages of 13 and 17 (at time of admission). The campus allows for enough room for teens to enjoy the outdoors and to play team sports such as basketball, volleyball, football, softball, and soccer.