Cheltenham Youth Detention Center
- 11003 Frank Tippett Rd.
- Cheltenham, MD 20623
Contact Information
Superintendent: Marco Thomas
Assistant Superintendent: Daryl Washington
Assistant Superintendent: vacant
About the Cheltenham
- Serves male and female
- Serves youth from Prince George's, Montgomery, Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles and St. Mary's Counties
- Capacity: up to 72
- Youth held here while they await their court date or placement
- Staff trained in trauma-informed care
- Dietary, medical, dental and counseling services on premises
- Educational program in the facility year round, five days a week for six hours a day
- Recreation space and recreational programming
Daily life and education
A typical day for youth includes scheduled time for education, treatment groups, exercise, and structured leisure time. Learn more about DJS's approach.
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Juvenile Services Education ProgramsStudents are offered exceptional education opportunities, leading toward graduation or a diploma by examination (GED).
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Residential services programsA variety of structured activities and outings are offered to expand experiences and positive engagements to youth.
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Menus and nutrition policiesDJS promotes nutritional benefits of healthy eating and wellness through diet and monthly programs.
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Health ServicesAll youth receive a behavioral health screening and health assessment, and have access to medical, dental and counseling services on premises.
Note updated visitation procedures for this facility: In addition to regularly scheduled facility visitation, non-routine visitation requires a 24-hour RSVP to the case manager and cannot interfere with school.
Activities at Cheltenham
The Department partners with community organizations, churches, and civic organizations to provide
programing for youth at the facility. Cheltenham provides youth the opportunity to participate in:
- Writing Competitions
- Faith-based Activities
- Fine Arts
- Fitness and Sports
- Life Skills Development
- Pet Therapy
Cheltenham program information
Find out more information about what's happening at Cheltenham, including data and programming specifics.
Cheltenham history
The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center originally opened in 1870. In 1937, it was known as the Cheltenham School for Boys. Twelve years later, the facility was renamed Boys' Village of Maryland. The facility was called the Cheltenham Youth Facility from 1992 until 2016 when the new facility opened as Cheltenham Youth Detention Center.
Historical content courtesy of the Maryland State Archives.