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Academics » Resources |
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All children have areas of special ability and all have areas that come less easily.The academic program of St. Petersburg Christian School seeks to meet the needs of children, whether there is a special learning need or an aptitude that needs to be challenged.
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The Learning Resource Center
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A team of three specialists and a full-time assistant serve children referred to the Learning Resource Center. Needs range from simply "catching up" (remedial needs) to working with children who are experiencing a learning disability (LD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit with Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Instruction is offered on a part-time or full-time basis, determined by the child's needs and in consultation with parents. A diagnosis of academic skills helps to direct the formulation of an Individual Education Plan (IEP).The program's goal is to build needed skills as quickly as possible so the child may successfully return to the mainstream.
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The Learning Resource Center was commended by the Association of Christian Schools International in 2004 for having an Exemplary Program worthy of replication. Attending LRC is seen as a privilege and meets with respect from the student body. Significant growth and "Honor Roll" status are the norm for LRC students.
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Academically Gifted
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The academically gifted child has a need to be challenged while seeing himself as a part of his peer group. St. Petersburg Christian School seeks to do both. An accelerated program is offered in Kindergarten which teaches phonics and promotes early reading. An Individualized Reading Program in Grades 1 through 5 allows children to read beyond grade level, choosing books which are both interesting and challenging. An enrichment component in Math assists in helping children to think abstractly and to develop application skills.
An Accelerated Math program is offered for Grades 3 through 5.
While A Beka spelling is accelerated, the (Spelling) Bee words create a greater challenge for the advanced learner. Science, Social Studies and Health units go beyond the textbook, incorporating projects and Internet research, giving an open-ended approach to learning. |
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While Middle School classes are inherently challenging, Honors Math for Grades 6-8 is one year above grade level. An additional unit of credit is given to these who take Honors Math. Students in Grades 5 and 7, who qualify, are invited to participate in Duke University's Talent Identification Program. Designed for the gifted child, the program involves testing and provides a mentoring relationship through Grade 12 for high scorers.
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