The best time to deal with academic problems is before they begin. There are some things teachers can do to help students who are struggling academically. Parents and students are encouraged to inform teachers early if they anticipate problems or have information that might help the teachers understand why the student may experience difficulty. The key is cooperative effort.

Accommodations and Modifications:

Teachers can make some adjustments to cope with physical problems such as eyesight, hearing, or fine motor coordination. The Special Needs Department staff can assist teachers in suggesting ways to help the student in the classroom setting by providing a 504 document or Individualized Education Plan.

Staff Conference:

If a student is not succeeding, a conference in which student, teachers and parents analyze the problem and commit to specific actions can be very helpful. Parents can request a conference by contacting the teacher, administrator, or Special Needs Department.

Tutoring:

If you need the services of a tutor, the guidance counselor keeps a list on file and may be able to suggest an adult or student peer tutor that meets your needs.

Special Needs Department Services:

If there continues to be academic difficulties that need further evaluation or there are already identified difficulties upon admission, a referral to the department is recommended. The services listed below are available to those students who have received academic testing, perceptual testing and or medical evaluations and qualify. The director of the Special Needs Department will make the final determination if staffing is available at the time to provide these services. Some additional costs may apply depending up the program. Some students may need to be put on a waiting list.

• Speech & Language Therapy
• SEARCH & TEACH Therapy
• NILD Educational Therapy
• Interactive Metronome Therapy
• Earobics
• Visagraph & Reading Plus
• English as a second language support
• Independent study classes
• Resource room study hall class
• Testing and evaluation for learning disabilities or other learning disorders
• Evaluation for Developmental Readiness
• Testing and evaluation for speech and language difficulties
• Testing and evaluation for English as a second language abilities
• Testing and evaluation for ADD/ADHD
• SAT & ACT College Board special accommodations
• Computerized Weekly or Quarterly Monitoring of class progress
• Monitor the academic progress and the therapeutic effects of those students on medication for ADD / ADHD or other medications that would have a significant impact on academic learning while at school

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