Learning Support in Upper School

Upper School Learning Specialists continue to utilize an executive functioning coaching model to help students visualize goals and develop as independent learners.  Learning Specialists follow a step-down service model to assist students in developing self-advocacy skills and readiness attributes required for a successful transition to college. 

Students are scheduled into Learning Support during one of their two study hall periods. During this time, students receive academic and organizational support, executive functioning coaching on identified goals, as well as proctored accommodations for tests and quizzes as needed. Students scheduled in Learning Support benefit from advising centered on the college search as well as registering for services and accommodations at the collegiate level. Additionally, Upper School Learning Specialists facilitate the application of standardized testing accommodation on tests such as ACTs, SATs, PSATs, and AP exams.