AD/HD, Asperger’s, learning delays, dyslexia, dysgraphia, depression and stress related illnesses are all examples of learning challenges that are problematic in traditional classrooms. Some learners need a quiet, distraction free environment to focus. Some learners require more time to process information during the instructional process; some need to talk or move to learn; some simply aren’t ready at the same time as their peers to assimilate information and apply concepts, and need additional years to develop intellectually.
As part of our independent study emphasis, students with learning challenges become more successful learners by understanding how to make accommodations for themselves rather than depend on others to interpret what they need. They typically are not ready to work at the same pace or same level as others in standard courses.
Our priority is to provide a positive school experience where strengths are emphasized. We also give students the opportunity to master the material and reduce the potential for the frustration that comes with being overwhelmed by school demands. We want to give students with learning challenges the opportunity to discover themselves as learners, identify the gaps that have occurred in their education, and help them recognize both where they are successful, and where–as well as why–they haven’t been in the past. The result is a significant gain in self-confidence.
We do administer extended time SATs on our campus for our students who are approved for this by the College Board.
If your child has a diagnosed learning disability we also provide a Learning Addendum Plan that documents modifications made to your child’s program. This may qualify your child, if applicable, for accommodations on the SAT, and serves as documentation for him/her to take to a college American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator if seeking accommodations at that level.
A chrysalis is the place where the caterpillar is safe to grow into an adult, in its own time. All children are unique and need to unfold in their own time, in a safe place – Chrysalis.