School of Recovery · Fort Smith, Arkansas

Free for teens
age 13–17.

Every school day, 4 to 7pm, our doors are open — a safe place where teens can be honest, be themselves, and be heard.

Register your teen
ScheduleMonday – Friday, 4 to 7pm
CostFree for every teen
Ages13 – 17
MealsSnack and dinner provided
How to joinRegister ahead of time
What we intend to do

Give every teen a safe place to land.

School of Recovery is a free after-school program where teens work through what today hands them — with adults who listen first.

What we cover

Everything teens are actually facing today.

Honest conversations about the pressures of growing up now — nothing off the table.

Teen education · Fort Smith

January–May 2027

Planned January 4–May 28. Two subjects each week. A review and fun day every Friday.

Full schedule (PDF)

Free for teens ages 13–17 · Monday–Friday, after school until 7:00 PM · Snack and dinner provided every day · 7108 Texas Rd., Fort Smith, AR

A day at the center

After school–4:30 PM
Arrival, snack and free time
4:30–5:30 PM
Tutoring and homework help
5:30–6:15 PM
Class of the day
6:15–7:00 PM
Dinner and wrap-up

Snack and dinner are provided every day, at no cost.

Our weekly rhythm

Monday
Subject A, part 1: the facts and the warning signs
Tuesday
Subject B, part 1: the facts and the warning signs
Wednesday
Subject A, part 2: real-life scenarios, skills and how to get help
Thursday
Subject B, part 2: real-life scenarios, skills and how to get help
Friday
Review game, guest speaker or open discussion on both subjects, plus a fun activity

Full class rotation

8 subjects in four pairs. Five complete rounds, January through May. Each round goes deeper with new scenarios, speakers and activities.

Week ofSubject A Monday / WednesdaySubject B Tuesday / ThursdayRound
How to Identify an Online PredatorHow to Spot Human Trafficking Warning Signs1
How to Recognize Depression, Anxiety & Eating DisordersHow to Say No to Vaping, Drugs & Fentanyl1
How to Break Screen Addiction & Handle BullyingHow to Recognize an Unhealthy Relationship1
How to Build Healthy Habits: Sleep, Food & FitnessHow to Set Goals & Manage Money1
How to Identify an Online PredatorHow to Spot Human Trafficking Warning Signs2
How to Recognize Depression, Anxiety & Eating DisordersHow to Say No to Vaping, Drugs & Fentanyl2
How to Break Screen Addiction & Handle BullyingHow to Recognize an Unhealthy Relationship2
How to Build Healthy Habits: Sleep, Food & FitnessHow to Set Goals & Manage Money2
How to Identify an Online PredatorHow to Spot Human Trafficking Warning Signs3
How to Recognize Depression, Anxiety & Eating DisordersHow to Say No to Vaping, Drugs & Fentanyl3
How to Break Screen Addiction & Handle BullyingHow to Recognize an Unhealthy Relationship3
No classes — school break
How to Build Healthy Habits: Sleep, Food & FitnessHow to Set Goals & Manage Money3
How to Identify an Online PredatorHow to Spot Human Trafficking Warning Signs4
How to Recognize Depression, Anxiety & Eating DisordersHow to Say No to Vaping, Drugs & Fentanyl4
How to Break Screen Addiction & Handle BullyingHow to Recognize an Unhealthy Relationship4
How to Build Healthy Habits: Sleep, Food & FitnessHow to Set Goals & Manage Money4
How to Identify an Online PredatorHow to Spot Human Trafficking Warning Signs5
How to Recognize Depression, Anxiety & Eating DisordersHow to Say No to Vaping, Drugs & Fentanyl5
How to Break Screen Addiction & Handle BullyingHow to Recognize an Unhealthy Relationship5
How to Build Healthy Habits: Sleep, Food & FitnessHow to Set Goals & Manage Money5

Dates & times by subject

All classes and Friday reviews: 5:30–6:15 PM, Central Time · Fort Smith teen center.

Fictional teacher explaining online safety with a laptop padlock symbol

How to Identify an Online Predator

Monday / Wednesday · 5:30–6:15 PM CT

  • Round 1
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 2
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 3
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 4
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 5
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
Fictional educator teaching trafficking awareness with a travel bag, phone and ticket as props

How to Spot Human Trafficking Warning Signs

Tuesday / Thursday · 5:30–6:15 PM CT

  • Round 1
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 2
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 3
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 4
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 5
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
Fictional counselor offering compassionate support in a welcoming classroom

How to Recognize Depression, Anxiety & Eating Disorders

Monday / Wednesday · 5:30–6:15 PM CT

  • Round 1
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 2
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 3
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 4
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 5
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
Fictional health educator discussing warning signs beside a first aid kit

How to Say No to Vaping, Drugs & Fentanyl

Tuesday / Thursday · 5:30–6:15 PM CT

  • Round 1
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 2
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 3
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 4
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 5
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
Fictional teacher using speech bubbles to discuss kindness and inclusion

How to Break Screen Addiction & Handle Bullying

Monday / Wednesday · 5:30–6:15 PM CT

  • Round 1
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 2
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 3
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 4
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 5
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
Fictional counselor demonstrating respectful boundaries and communication

How to Recognize an Unhealthy Relationship

Tuesday / Thursday · 5:30–6:15 PM CT

  • Round 1
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 2
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 3
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 4
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 5
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
Fictional wellness teacher with fruit, water and exercise equipment

How to Build Healthy Habits: Sleep, Food & Fitness

Monday / Wednesday · 5:30–6:15 PM CT

  • Round 1
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 2
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 3
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 4
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 5
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
Fictional teacher explaining savings and goals with coins and a calculator

How to Set Goals & Manage Money

Tuesday / Thursday · 5:30–6:15 PM CT

  • Round 1
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 2
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 3
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 4
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review
  • Round 5
    Part 1
    Part 2
    Friday review

AI-created classroom illustrations with fictional educators; not photos of Day One staff or students.

Planned calendar: break weeks and the final week of May 24, 2027 may change to match the official Fort Smith Public Schools calendar. Contact us about tutoring, dinner and safe-space availability during breaks.

School of Recovery · Registration

Tell us about your teen.

A few details and we’ll take it from there — no cost, no pressure. Our team will reach out within a day or two to plan your teen’s first visit.

Your registration goes straight to our team — no email app needed. Prefer to talk it through? (479) 546-0479

We’re here for you

Questions before you register?

Call, or email info@dayonehopecenter.org. We’re happy to talk it through before you decide.

(479) 546-0479