Facility profile Arkansas
The Delta Institute for the Developing Brain
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Jonesboro, Arkansas
The Delta Institute for the Developing Brain is a therapeutic boarding school in Jonesboro, Arkansas, operated by Mary “Tracy” Morrison. It has operated since 2024.
News coverage
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How Videos Helped Me Uncover Abuse at an Arkansas Private School
An investigation into The Delta Institute for the Developing Brain, a private school in Arkansas, uncovered evidence of child abuse, including physical punishment and humiliation of students. The school's owner, Mary 'Tracy' Morrison, was charged with permitting child abuse and contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile. The case highlights the lack of oversight and regulation of private schools in Arkansas.
Research notes
- Added 2026-09-30 by the news scan from: ProPublica, "How Videos Helped Me Uncover Abuse at an Arkansas Private School", 2026-07-24 source