Literary First is a K-8th grade accelerated reading program for students to increase their English language skills. Literacy first will help students reach their grade level for reading abilities. Reading is an important skill that needs to be developed in children. Not only is it necessary for survival in the world of schools, but in adult life as well.
DfaD tutoring and mentoring program will begin to develop leadership skills, life skills and social skills. Working in groups and one on one sessions with our youth helping to promote teamwork, but also academics in reading.
Reading is an important skill that needs to be developed in children. The more children read, the better they become at reading. The younger children read stories and are read to, the greater their interest in mastering reading. Reading can open up new worlds and enrich children lives.
Curriculum
Destined for a Dream incorporates our personal plan based on the child's need. However, build a lot of the Wilson Reading Program strategies during our weekly session. http://www.wilsonlanguage.com/
Registration
There will be a $50 fee at the time of registration. The registration fee is non-refundable after 48 hours. of registering. This fee will cover registration, and materials needed to begin the program. We will be using some methods of the Wilson Reading Program throughout the program.
Cost
First, our cost is the lowest in all surrounding counties. We are a nonprofit and we choose to keep our cost affordable while providing quality care to our students.
Schedule
Each session will be 1 Hour and all students are required to be on-time. At the time of registration and parents' meeting, we will go over the time that best fits your schedule. Also, we will schedule a meeting with the family before tutoring begins to discuss an appropriate plan. The meeting will be conducted with Mrs. Waller-Hill as well as your child's instructor.
There will be a monthly cost associated with tutoring. Fees will vary from $135 & up, per month. The monthly cost depends on the hours and times per week requested. The fee will help pay our staff, tutoring services, and maintenance of the program. We’re asking for all parents to make payments on the due date provided on our LF calendar. A late fee of $25.00 will be assessed after the third day late. Payments can be made online, in person, or by mail(if mailed, must be in by due date.) Once your child is registered we will contact you to discuss a meeting, times, and availability.
As part of the program, we will also visit and stay in communication with your child's teacher. All Destined for Dream teachers are certified, degreed, and experienced professionals. All staff members are required to have background checks needed to work with children.