Because our approach concentrates on the development of foundational academic and life skills, we focus our support on grades Pre-K through 9th grade. We meet kids where they are and support their development of academics, executive functions, self-regulation and other life skills. Based on the family’s preference, we meet with students in-home, at a convenient public space or virtually through online services. If you have any questions, please contact us.
ACADEMIC TUTORING & EVALUATIONS
We provide two main services for academic support: Academic Tutoring and Educational Evaluations. Whether it be for remedial support, homework help or enrichment, we have instructors to meet the tutoring needs of your child in all core academic areas. We also offer specialized reading programs through Orton-Gillingham and the Barton Reading and Spelling Program.
For students who demonstrate skill gaps in core academic areas, an Educational Evaluation is recommended. An evaluator works one-on-one with your child to assess their reading, writing and/or math levels. The result is comprehensive testing data and practical recommendations to maximize student success. The evaluator creates measurable goals for the academic areas tested, and your child is matched with an instructor for weekly remediation. Quarterly progress monitoring is encouraged.
executive FUNCTIONs support
We provide two services to help students build cognitive executive functioning skills. The first is Integrative Academic & Executive Functions Tutoring. This is ideal for students who need both academic and executive functions support and do well with repetition and scaffolding. Instructors help students create an organizational system to complete homework on time, manage and prioritize daily/monthly homework, plan ahead for long-term projects and prepare for required exams. Instructors can also incorporate self-regulation strategies if desired.
The other service, Executive Functions Coaching, is designed for students grades 7 and up who have the strong desire to improve their executive functions and gain independence. Coaches follow a formal, goal-based intervention plan and provide quarterly progress monitoring. They use a combination of in-person sessions and video check-ins to teach the specific skills identified in the student’s intervention plan. They hold the student accountable and build strong habits for schoolwork, daily routines and other life activities.
Self-Regulation & Expression
With our whole child philosophy, it is important to us to provide opportunities for students to develop skills related to self-regulation and self-expression. Our certified yoga and art instructors craft personalized, thematic lessons that are both fun and supportive.
We also provide Integrative Academic & Mindfulness Tutoring for students who can benefit from learning self-regulation and stress management techniques in addition to receiving academic support. Instructors begin each session with a mindfulness tool and weave in other self-regulation strategies during academic support time as beneficial for the student. Tools include breathing activities, visualization, origami, mindful listening and more. Instructors help students create a personalized toolbox of strategies to feel calm and centered during independent homework time and other stressful life events.