Programs

All of our programs use a hands-on approach to learning paired with guided instruction. With this approach we feel every child can be successful! Our goal is to help children understand their own learning styles so they will be successful in school and in life.

Reading

This program is designed for students who already know how to read, but need help getting the meaning out of what they read. This program teaches effective comprehension, vocabulary growth, and word attack skills. By breaking down stories into the basic reading components students will build confidence in their own reading abilities.

Writing

Students will learn to apply all the steps of the writing process while creating various types of essays. Students will develop their grammar skills and apply them directly to each essay. The goal of this program is to help students become more comfortable with the writing process while developing their own personal writing style.

Young Readers

This program will work with K-2 students who have not yet mastered the skills of reading. Students will learn story awareness, sight vocabulary growth, and phonics development. This program uses Seedling Publications Treetop series curriculum. (www.seedlingpub.com)

Math

This program teaches the fundamentals of math, such as math facts, problem solving, and written expressions of skills. Students can catch up, keep up, or get ahead with the basics of math. The Community Learning Academy uses manipulatives to help the child further understand and apply each skill.

Algebra I,II and Geometry

These programs are designed for students you have mastered basic math concepts and who are currently taking Algebra I, II, or Geometry in school. These programs will teach the basic concepts of each subject while guiding the student with skills from school. Books used in these programs are from Glencoe, Bob Jones Math, Versatiles, and Continental Press Publications. (www.continentalpress.com, www.glencoe.com, www.etacuisenaire.com)

SAT Program

The SAT program is designed to help students become more comfortable with the SAT format through learning and applying specific strategies in the areas of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics.

Study Habits - Test Prep

This program will help students learn to become successful students by teaching note taking, test prep, organization, and study habits. Tutors use the student's school related work and help guide the student through effective study habits.

World Languages (Spanish and French)

This program is for students in middle school or high school who are currently taking Spanish or French. The program works in conjunction with the student's school work and reinforces isolated skills on an individual basis.

Homeschooling

This program is available for all age students. Students will receive an individualized program based on an assessment. They will move through the material at their pace which allows for guided instruction in trouble areas plus enrichment opportunities, or quicker advancement depending upon abilities. This program will incorporate the k12 curriculum, and provides direct instruction by certified teachers, as well as independent learning from the student.

Note for all programs: Students may be seated up to two at a table per instructor. One-on-one tutoring is available at a higher cost and with limited scheduling hours. The majority of tutoring will occur through teachers, textbooks, and computer software.