SENTINEL BUTTE, N.D. — Home on the Range (HOTR) — a therapeutic working ranch aiding traumatized youth — is planning a $3.2 million expansion of the facility's non-public school — the Badlands Learning Center.

Founded in 1950 by Father Elwood E. Cassedy and located in rural southwestern North Dakota, Home on the Range is an accredited qualified residential treatment program serving children ages 12-17. The facility is licensed to host and care for 26 children — primarily from the state of North Dakota — most of whom are victims of severe trauma.

In 2024, 98% of the young female population admitted to the facility, “were confirmed, suspected or concerned to be trafficked or exploited,” according to documents submitted to the Stark County Commission by facility staff.

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