The full-time program serves students with learning differences of elementary and middle school age. Students are taught to mastery in small classes and are grouped by ability rather than grade to maximize effectiveness. Our specialized techniques include multisensory teaching methods along with structured, individualized direct instruction. The emphasis is on basic academic remediation. Enrichment opportunities are offered in art, drama, music, computers and physical education.
An intermediate program is offered for our older students to help prepare them for transitioning to high school. Organizational and study skills are an integral part of the middle school program and these students have the same enrichment opportunities as the younger ones.
Tutoring is arranged on an individual basis with a trained DePaul teacher. Tutors remediate deficit areas and bring the student to his or her potential in the subject. Concepts and skills are taught to mastery and practical applications are stressed.
Trained tutors work with each student individually to develop a set of study strategies based on the student's strengths and weaknesses. The tutor also assists with homework completion and test preparation.
Admission to any DePaul program is determined through a screening process and parent interview. This process includes a review of the student's psycho-educational evaluation, a review of school records, placement testing and parent/child rating scales. If school administrators determine more information is needed, recommendations will be made for additional evaluations. Please call the school if you would like to discuss enrollment in any of our programs.