Academics
Our classroom spaces and teaching methods embrace effective learning strategies to open the gates for individual academic potential in an environment that empowers students to develop a positive and socially conscious self-image. The comprehensive school program is rooted in multi-sensory, evidence-based, explicit instruction.
We are pleased to provide this remarkable program to students with a primary diagnosis of dyslexia.
PROGRAM
School-wide curriculum based on the Orton-Gillingham (OG) approach that is specifically designed for the dyslexic learner using evidence-based, direct, explicit, multi-sensory instruction throughout the school day.
Full academic curriculum in accordance with SC Department of Education standards and regulations.
FROG (Fundamentals of Reading through Orton-Gillingham) programming daily.
Faculty/staff includes special education teachers, a counselor, a special education coordinator.
Faculty will be trained in OG based program as well as Social-Emotional /Diversity Equity & Inclusion programs.
Data-driven academics to assist students in achieving IEP goals and modifying goals as necessary.
Implementation of research-based strategies according to evaluations and on-site observations.
A weekly special initiative, Gates University, will provide programming by drawing upon the talent and expertise in the Lowcountry Community.