Investigatory Spotlight

  • Investigatory Spotlight: John Santa & Montana Academy

    Investigatory Spotlight: John Santa & Montana Academy

    Shortly after co-founding Montana Academy in 1997, John Santa played a pivotal role in shaping NATSAP during its early years. Santa was among the first to contribute to NATSAP financially, supplying thousands of dollars in seed money for the organization. He was a participant in NATSAP’s first organizational meeting and was elected to its inaugural

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  • Investigatory Spotlight: NATSAP

    Investigatory Spotlight: NATSAP

    The National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs (NATSAP) is one of the most notorious organizations in the Troubled Teen Industry (TTI). Founded in 1999 by industry insiders, NATSAP is a trade association that has represented hundreds of troubled teen programs throughout the United States. While membership is marketed as an indication of high quality

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