Groves Academy 2019 Summer Programs

2019

SUMMER PROGRAMS GUIDE

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Dear Families, Welcome to Summer 2019 at Groves! Summer is the time of year when we are thrilled to offer tailored, intensive, and engaging academic and enrichment programs. These programs are open to all families in our community.

Our Summer Program offerings allow families a unique opportunity to experience a Groves education. For many students, summer at Groves is their first positive school experience. They begin to feel confident, smart, and capable, and they may develop a completely different outlook on school.

Our mission at Groves is to build confidence, success, and purpose through transformative learning experiences. With more than 45 years of experience, we are learning from our students and constantly honing our teaching methods, allowing our expert teachers to better meet the needs of struggling learners.

In addition to offerings through The Learning Center, our school serves students in grades 1 - 12 from September through May. We are also making an impact on the community through our Institute for Professional Learning where we partner with local schools. These three programs allow us to positively impact over 10,000 students each year.

Groves is a revolutionary place and we invite you to join us this summer!

Nancy Segreti Kristina Schatz Tutoring and Summer Program Manager Director of The Learning Center

ABOUT OUR SUMMER PROGRAMS During the summer, we are pleased to offer students from the community the same tailored, high quality Groves Academy education that we provide to our full-time students during the school year.

Our summer programs employ our proven philosophy of developing strengths and talents, remediating academic weaknesses, and tailoring instruction to meet individual needs.

By using our research-based curriculum, while maintaining class sizes of 6-8 students, we help students close the gap between their academic potential and achievement. We offer programs for children entering grades 2-11 who have dyslexia, and attention disorders, such as ADHD.

TABLE OF CONTENTS ACADEMIC PROGRAM | grades 2-8

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ENRICHMENT PROGRAM | grades 2-8

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WRITING & EXECUTIVE FUNCTION PROGRAM | grades 5-7

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HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC PROGRAM | grades 9-11

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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[ ACADEMIC PROGRAM, ENTERING GRADES 2-8 ] STUDENTS IN THE MORNING ACADEMIC PROGRAM attend reading, writing, and math classes for 55 minutes each, plus recess.

In each subject care is taken to begin at a level where students can experience success before confidently moving on to more advanced skills.

Teachers combine their experience and expertise with care and understanding, using a diagnostic-prescriptive approach to continually assess and address individual needs.

A final progress report, including recommendations, is sent following the conclusion of the program.

WE HELP CLOSE THE GAP BETWEEN ACADEMIC POTENTIAL AND ACHIEVEMENT. The 4-week academic morning program provides small class sizes of 6-8 students grouped according to age, reading, writing, and math abilities.

Like all Groves programs, the academic programs for grades 2-8 are highly suited for students who have strong ability and a desire to learn along with dyslexia, and attention disorders, such as ADHD. DATES: June 17 through July 12 (No class July 4)

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TIMES: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm

Our program is not designed for disruptive or oppositional students, for students with a diagnosis of autism or developmental/ cognitive delay, or for students with emotional issues unrelated to a learning disability.

Academic classes are held in the morning and enrichment classes are held in the afternoon.

Families may choose to apply for full days, just the mornings, or just the afternoons.

We offer optional before- and after-school care.

FEE: $2,130 (Early Bird Discount) before March 15 $2,280 after March 15

OUR INSTRUCTION IS EXPLICIT, STRUCTURED, AND MULTI-SENSORY.

A Typical Daily Schedule Before Care

7:30-9am

Subject #1 (i.e., Math)

9-10am

Subject #2 (i.e., Reading)

10-11am

Academic Program Content Word Attack & Decoding

READING

Our teachers are trained in Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, Singapore Math, and The Writing Revolution, and they use these approaches to guide their instruction.

Fluency Comprehension Vocabulary Spelling

Recess

Bag Lunch

12-12:30am

Enrichment Program

12:30-3:30pm

After Care

3:30-5pm

“My wife and I wanted to express our gratitude to you and the others who make the Groves Summer Programs happen and so special. It re-invigorated our son’s interest in school and his academic confidence.”

Capitalization

WRITING

11am-noon

Punctuation Sentence Structure Paragraph Development Idea Organization

Mathematical Concepts

MATH

Subject #3 (i.e., Writing)

Mathematical Operations Computation Word Problems

- Parent of Summer Program Student

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[ ENRICHMENT PROGRAM, ENTERING GRADES 2-8 ]

EXPLORE THE AFTERNOON Enrichment Programming is offered in 2-week blocks: Session #1 and Session #2.

Classes are Monday through Friday from 12:30-3:30pm.

Please choose one class from 12:30-1:30pm and one class from 1:30-3:30pm for each two week session.

FEE: Includes 2 classes $600 per 2-week session

SESSION #1 | JUNE 17 - JUNE 28 PICK YOUR 12:30-1:30PM CLASS:

PICK YOUR 1:30-3:30PM CLASS:

Summer Sweets and Treats Grades 2-6 Beat the summer heat by preparing “cool” snacks and treats. Watermelon smoothies, icy pudding pops, fresh squeezed lemonade, and other refreshing delicacies are on the menu.

Musical Theater Workshop Grades 2-6 Explore the fundamentals of musical theatre as we sing, act, improvise and have fun! While rehearsing for a production at the end of our two weeks, we will learn what it means to work together, to celebrate each person’s unique strengths, and how to engage an audience through storytelling!

Energy Blast Grades 2-8 Get active and have a blast. Utilize strategy, teamwork, and engage in friendly competition through experiencing a variety of games, sports, and activities.

Art, Art, Art Grades 2-8 Come explore many exciting art mediums and discover your creativity. Explore oil pastels, drawing, painting, printmaking, and creative projects using recycled materials.

Are You Game?

Grades 4-8 Using computers, Nintendo Wii, and iPad apps, play a variety of individual and group video games. Some will be educational, some recreational, and others may even include using a pair of VR goggles.

Incredible Inventions Grades 2-8 Do you enjoy inventing new things? Learn about the process real inventors go through while you help design, build and program robotic models to solve problems using LEGO® bricks and robotics. Are you the next Thomas Edison? Learning is enhanced through use of laptops.

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Adventure Club Grades 2-8 This activity-based program is designed to facilitate the development and maintenance of positive social relationships. Instructors will transport students off-site to participate in swimming, bowling, trampoline jumping, roller skating, among others.

Ceramic Throwing Grades 4-8 Learn the process of properly throwing a pot on the potter’s wheel. Create functional pots as well as explore the art of glazing and surface design.

Tasty Summer Sensations Grades 2-8 Learn about fresh flavors of the season by preparing summertime favorites. Recipe selections will include taco salads in tortilla shells, scrumptious shortcakes with whipped cream and berries, garden pizzas, and other delicious creations.

STEM-Tastic Grades 2-8 Learn about drones, alternative energy, robotics, and even why slime does what it does. Each week look at a new aspect of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math as you fly drones, investigate non-Newtonian fluids, harness the sun to power robots and more.

JUNE 17 - JULY 12 (No class July 4)

THE AFTERNOON ENRICHMENT PROGRAM provides meaningful, structured, and fun activities. All classes provide a safe and inclusive environment, and are designed to meet students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.

Students who attend the morning Academic Program and continue in the afternoon Enrichment Program will have a lunch period from 12:00-12:30pm. Students must bring their own lunch.

Progress reports are not provided for afternoon enrichment classes.

SESSION #2 | JULY 1 - JULY 12

(no classes July 4)

PICK YOUR 12:30-1:30PM CLASS:

PICK YOUR 1:30-3:30PM CLASS:

Creature Creator Grades 2-5 In Snapology’s Creature Creator Robotics class, your animal lover will create their own animal inspired robotic models. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, simple machines, and programming as they build insects, dolphins, gorillas, and much more. Your child is sure to have a wild time as they build, learn, and play.

Let’s Make a Movie Animation Studio Grades 2-5 Create amazing movies with stop motion animation using LEGO bricks in this Snapology class. Work in teams to produce a movie complete with dialogue and sound effects.

Energy Blast Grades 2-8 Get active and have a blast. Utilize strategy, teamwork, and engage in friendly competition through experiencing a variety of games, sports, and activities.

Adventure Club Grades 2-8 This activity-based program is designed to facilitate the development and maintenance of positive social relationships. Instructors will transport students off-site to participate in swimming, bowling, trampoline jumping, roller skating, among others.

Crafts, Cards, Creations Grades 3-5 Welcome to the wonderful world of jewelry and card design. Design and create cards, necklaces, key chains, bracelets using stamps, and other craft items.

Ceramic Sculpting Grades 2-8 Turn a piece of clay into something memorable and interesting. Combine the process of sculpting, glazing, and surface design using creativity and imagination.

Woodworking Grades 4-8 Develop woodworking skills, including shop safety and proper hand or power tool usage. Projects may include cutting boards, step stools, and birdhouses.

Video Game Design Grades 4-8 Create your own video game in this awesome Snapology program. You will learn how to design your very own online game that can be shared and played at home with family & friends.

Escape Room Grades 4-8 Hurry, your team has 60 minutes to discover clues, solve puzzles, answer riddles, and manipulate contraptions in order to complete an assigned tasks to ultimately unlock the door to escape! In Escape Snapology, students will play various escape games using their budding S.T.E.A.M. skills, and have the chance to design and implement their own escape games!

Musical Theater Workshop Grades 4-8 Explore the fundamentals of musical theatre as we sing, act, improvise and have fun! While rehearsing for a production at the end of our two weeks, we will learn what it means to work together, to celebrate each person’s unique strengths, and how to engage an audience through storytelling!

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PREVENT SUMMER SLIDE Get ready for fall and gain confidence this summer with programs for students entering grades 5-11.

Our programs are highly suited for students with a learning disability, such as dyslexia, and/or an attention disorder, such as ADHD, that affects academic achievement.

Within a small, structured, and supportive environment, students can receive the extra help they need to learn or maintain skills, and get a head start on their upcoming school year.

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[ WRITING AND EXECUTIVE FUNCTION PROGRAM ] New Offering!

This program will provide students opportunities for direct instruction in writing and executive functioning skills and strategies.

Students learn about mindfulness, growth mindset, response inhibition, sustained attention, time management, cognitive flexibility, planning and organization, and use these strategies to become more independent in writing and literature course work.

DATES: June 17 through July 12 (No class July 4)

TIME: Monday - Friday 12:30 - 3:30pm

For students entering grades 5-7 Using The Writing Revolution curriculum, writing instruction will be individualized to meet each student’s needs.

A best fit student for this class has functional reading skills, a need for executive functioning strategies, and specific support in writing.

This is a stand alone offering that cannot be paired with other course offerings.

FEE: $2,130 (Early Bird Discount) before March 15 $2,280 after March 15

[ HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC PROGRAM ] For students entering grades 9-11 Math Workshop This class will take an interactive approach to learning or refining mathematical concepts. Pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry concepts will be covered using metacognitive strategies, reinforcement and corrective feedback, and self-monitoring. Students will learn and practice through direct, multi-sensory instruction at their own level and pace. Specific topics may include order of operations, fractions, decimals, proportions, integers, graphing equations, and word problems.

Section 1 Time: 8:45-10:15am Section 2 Time: 10:30-12:00pm Executive Function This interactive class orients students to vital elements of learning and provides strategies designed to improve executive function. Students will complete a learning assessment not only to determine their specific needs and strengths, but also to help them better understand how to maximize their learning.

Students will use both low and high technological tools to practice methods of note-taking, learn strategies to enhance comprehension through active reading and summary writing, and explore various approaches for organizing materials and time management. Students will also have the opportunity to learn and use assistive technology to support reading and writing.

Section 1 Time: 8:45-10:15am Section 2 Time: 10:30-12:00pm Section 3 Time: 12:30-2:00pm

Writing Strategies This class provides students with the foundational skills needed to be successful in producing written compositions across various content areas. Emphasis will be placed on helping students organize their thoughts and translating those thoughts into clear written communication. Specific strategies to aid in the prewriting, outlining, revising, and other stages of the writing process will be implemented using a sequential and individualized approach. Students will also have the opportunity to learn and use assistive technology for writing support.

Section 1 Time: 10:30-12:00pm Section 2 Time: 12:30-2:00pm Our academic program for students entering grades 9-11 encompasses three separate classes: Math Workshop, Executive Function, and Writing Strategies. Classes are offered from 8:45am-10:15am, 10:30am-12:00pm, and 12:30pm-2:00pm for two weeks.

Students have the flexibility to apply for 1, 2, or all 3 classes. Those who are enrolled in multiple classes will have a lunch period from 12:00-12:30pm. Students must bring their own lunch.

DATES: July 22 through Aug 2 Monday - Friday

FEE: $450 per class $1,300 for all 3 classes ($50 Discount for all 3 classes)

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[ APPLICATION INFORMATION ]

KEY DATES March 15 Application Deadline for Early Bird Discount April 26

Confirmation of acceptance and fees

May 10

Application deadline

May 17

Deadline for payment of fees No refunds after this date

June 13

Orientation

June 17

First Day of Academic, Enrichment Program, grades 2-8

June 17

First day of Writing, Executive Function Program, grades 5-7

July 22

First day of High School Academic Program, grades 9-11

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APPLICATION CHECK LIST ☐

Complete the on-line application form at grovesacademy.org/summer.

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Pay the $40 non-refundable application fee.

(This fee is not applied to program fees.)

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Submit a copy of your child’s diagnostic assessment; include IEP (if applicable).

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Ask your child’s current teacher(s) to complete and return to Groves Academy the teacher feedback form you received upon completing your on-line application.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION Every applicant is required to submit:

• Completed online application • Diagnostic assessment • Teacher feedback form

APPLICATION PROCESS

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

Complete the on-line application form at grovesacademy.org/summer.

Applications received by March 15 will receive a $150 discount on our academic program for grades 2-8.

After completing the application form and paying the $40 application fee, applicants must ensure the required documentation (diagnostic assessment, teacher feedback form) is submitted before the application can be reviewed.

The required documentation helps us accurately assess the needs of each student, determine whether our academic programs will be a good match and best serve your child, and validate we have other students of similar profiles to form a class grouping.

We will review application materials and confirm acceptance and program fees as soon as possible. If program fees are not received by May 17, your child’s spot is not guaranteed.

APPLICATION TIPS Applying early is encouraged.

We accept applications from through May 10, 2019 and on a rolling basis based on availability.

We appreciate prompt notification if your child will not attend, as other families may be affected by your decision.

If applying for more than one child, please submit separate application forms for each child.

Groves Academy reserves the right to cancel a class/session due to inadequate enrollment, in which case class fees are refunded.

Diagnostic Assessment

Teacher Feedback Form

QUESTIONS?

This assessment is the type administered privately at a clinic, or individually by the school as part of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process. It may be called a psycho-educational assessment or evaluation report, and should include a narrative report as well as ability and achievement scores.

Please send the most recent diagnostic assessment, and also include a copy of the IEP, if applicable.

Upon applying on-line, you will receive the teacher feedback form with necessary instructions via email. Please provide your child’s teacher(s) with this, and request it be sent directly to Groves Academy as soon as possible.

Please contact Kristina Schatz, Summer Programs Manager, summer@grovesacademy.org or 952.283.3312

Please let us know if you are interested in having your child tested. We can provide you with information about assessments offered by The Learning Center at Groves Academy.

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[ ABOUT GROVES ACADEMY ]

Since 1972, Groves Academy has provided exemplary educational programs and services for individuals with learning disabilities and attention disorders, their families, and educators.

“Groves is an amazing place! Teachers were warm, patient, skilled, and understood the value of improving my son’s confidence and recognizing his strengths.”

-Parent of Summer Program Student

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OUR SCHOOL Groves Academy is Minnesota’s only established school for students with learning disabilities and attention disorders and is accredited through ISACS (Independent Schools Association of the Central States).

We enroll 280 students in grades 1-12, with an average class size of eight. We believe students learn best when instruction is direct, sequential, multi-sensory, and addresses individual strengths and challenges. Our teachers and research-based practices help students reach their academic, social, emotional, and creative potential.

For more information about our Lower School (grades 1-6), contact Debbie Moran, Director of Admissions, at morand@grovesacademy.org or 952.915.4275.

For information about our Middle School (grades 6-8) and Upper School (grades 9-12), contact Teresa Smith, Director of Admissions, at smitht@grovesacademy.org or 952.915.4296.

THE LEARNING CENTER AT GROVES ACADEMY The Learning Center allows children not enrolled in our school access to our transformative education. The Learning Center offers services to children wand adults, including comprehensive diagnostic testing, tutoring, post-secondary coaching, speech and language therapy, assistive technology training, and educational consulting. All services are adapted to the unique needs of each individual and designed to strengthen confidence and sense of purpose. Additionally, community events are scheduled throughout the year including a college fair and community education workshops on topics related to learning disabilities and attention disorders.

For more information about services for the community, please contact Nancy Segreti, Director of the Learning Center, at segretin@grovesacademy.org or call 952.283.3304.

THE INSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AT GROVES ACADEMY The Institute for Professional Learning is a leading source of evidence-based literacy instruction to close the reading achievement gap in our country. The Institute for Professional Learning shares the proven curriculum and teaching strategies we use at Groves Academy with teachers and organizations outside of our school to advance literacy instruction for all children. We seek to redefine the way our nation is taught, one student, one teacher, and one school at a time.

For more information about teacher literacy training or establishing a literacy partnership for your organization, please contact Katharine Campbell, Director of Literacy, at campbellk@grovesacademy.org or call 952.283.3301.

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[ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ] EXTENDED CARE

COURSE SELECTION

Extended Care is offered in both the morning and afternoon for grades 2-8.

• AM hours: 7:30am – 9am ($50/week) • PM hours: 3:30pm – 5pm ($50/week)

Please register for courses carefully. Once you have submitted our online application, you will not be able to make adjustments to your course selections.

FULL DAY FOR GRADES 2-8 Combine extended care, Academic Program and Enrichment classes for grades 2-8 to attend Groves Summer Programs from 7:30am – 5pm.

REFUNDS There is a $40 non-refundable application fee due with application materials. This fee is not applied to program fees.

There will be no refunds for illnesses, absences, vacations, or closing due to weather.

No refund will be given if a student is dismissed because of disciplinary action.

CANCELLATIONS All cancellations and requests for refunds must be requested in writing prior to May 17, 2019 to summer@grovesacademy.org. No refunds will be issued after Friday, May 17, 2019.

Groves Academy reserves the right to cancel class offerings due to inadequate enrollment, in which case class fees are refundable.

ABSENCES All absences must be reported to Groves by calling 952.920.6377 or email summer@grovesacademy.org

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GRADE 2-8 ACADEMIC PROGRAM DISCOUNTS

• Applications received by March 15th will receive a $150 discount.

• Students enrolled from 9:00 am-3:30 pm in Academic & Enrichment Programs will receive a discount of $50 per student, per 2-week session.

• Families who are enrolling in 2019 for the 3rd consecutive year will receive a discount of $100 per student.

SIBLING DISCOUNT Families with 2 or more children enrolled in summer programming will receive a discount of $50 per student.

GRADES 9-11 ACADEMIC PROGRAM DISCOUNT Students enrolled in all 3 academic classes will receive a $50 discount.

QUESTIONS Please contact Kristina Schatz, Summer Program Manager at summer@grovesacademy.org or 952.283.3312.

DROP-OFF / PICK-UP PROCEDURE Please visit grovesacademy.org for drop-off/pick-up procedure information and driving directions.

THE LEARNING CENTER AT GROVES ACADEMY The Learning Center at Groves Academy allows children and families in the community who do not attend our school to benefit from our expertise in diagnosing and supporting individuals with learning disabilities. Our extensive offerings allow families to identify specific needs and then access services to help their children experience success and gain confidence.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

WORKSHOP SERIES 2018-2019

DIAGNOSTIC TESTING Our psychologists are experts in development, learning, and attention. We use best assessment practices to determine your child’s learning profile and provide specific recommendations.

TUTORING Our tutors are uniquely qualified to help students with learning disabilities and attention disorders find ways to thrive as learners and gain confidence.

SPEECH LANGUAGE SERVICES We tailor a holistic approach to each student’s unique symptoms and needs, consulting with related care professionals and coaching families to provide the highest quality therapy.

SUMMER ACADEMIC AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS During the summer, we offer students entering grades 2-11 a fun, high quality Groves educational experience to prevent the summer slide and give them a leg up in the fall.

CAREER AND POSTSECONDARY COACHING These services are suited to students and young adults with learning or attention disorders as they transition through high school, college, or a new career.

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY COUNSELING Through assistive technology assessments and recommendations, we help students discover tools to pave the way to independence inside and outside the classroom.

EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING We can help you understand your child’s needs and then navigate the path to securing the support they need at their own school through an IEP, 504 Plan, or other means.

For more information about services and community outreach please contact: Nancy Segreti, Director of The Learning Center at segretin@grovesacademy.org or 952.283.3304.

Want more information?

Let us be a resource for you. Hear from our experts, recognized as authorities in learning disabilities and attention disorders.

All workshops are open to the public and available at no or low cost. More info at grovesacademy.org.

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SUMMER EDUCATION WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS Workshops are led by Groves Academy staff members who are recognized as some of the nation’s foremost authorities in learning disabilities and attention disorders.

We encourage everyone interested to attend and to bring friends and family members.

Our summer workshops are free of charge.

Monday, June 24 Study Skills and Assistive Technology Tools to Support Executive Functions Tuesday, June 25 Managing Stress and Anxiety Wednesday, June 26 An Overview of Learning Disabilities and Understanding Dyslexia

TO REGISTER OR LEARN MORE: Please visit grovesacademy.org/events

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