EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
- Experiential learning benefits students with disabilities by providing hands-on, real-world application that boosts engagement, retention, and practical skills (like problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability) in a less rigid environment, catering to diverse learning paces and fostering confidence by connecting theory to practice and building resilience through navigating challenges. It also supports self-discovery of strengths and needs, better preparing them for future careers with relevant accommodations.
PROJECT -BASED LEARNING (PBL)
- Project-Based Learning (PBL) benefits students with disabilities by boosting engagement, motivation, and real-world skills through personalized, hands-on projects that naturally build collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, while allowing for differentiation to meet individual IEP goals and learning styles, normalizing support, and fostering independence.
TECHNOLOGY-ENHANCED LEARNING
- Technology-enhanced learning (TEL) significantly benefits students with disabilities by boosting independence, communication, and academic performance through personalized tools like text-to-speech, AAC devices, and visual aids, fostering greater inclusion, engagement, and self-confidence by bypassing barriers and allowing customized learning experiences. It transforms inaccessible content into accessible formats, helps manage executive functions, and promotes deeper understanding, leveling the educational playing field.
SUMMER READING LOST ADDRESSED
Summer Learning will NOT be Lost!
We promise 45 LIVE!
A 45-15 year-round school calendar consists of students attending classes for 45 days, followed by a 15-day break, and this cycle is repeated throughout the year instead of having an extended summer vacation.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
• Definition: The 45-15 model is a year-round school schedule where students are in school for 45 days, then enjoy a 15-day break, continuing this pattern all year long.
• Absence of a long summer break: In contrast to traditional school calendars, the 45-15 model replaces the lengthy summer vacation with more frequent, shorter breaks.
Possible advantages:
• Mitigated summer learning loss: Advocates suggest that shorter breaks may help lessen the learning loss often associated with long summer holidays. • Increased enrichment opportunities: The brief breaks allow students to engage in enrichment activities or catch up on any missed assignments.
• Family flexibility: Many families appreciate the ability to plan vacations and childcare around the shorter, more regular breaks.
We are collaborating with community centers, childcare facilities, and libraries to support parents during the 15-day breaks
HOME AT SCHOOL AND SCHOOL AT HOME
PROMISE:
School at home and Home at School.
What is a Micro School? A microschool is a small, personalized learning environment that offers an alternative to the traditional public school system:
• Size - Microschools typically have fewer than 150 students, but some are as small as a handful.
• Learning environment - Microschools can be in homes, churches, storefronts, or other spaces.
They can be organized as private schools, homeschooling support centers, or in partnership with public schools.
OUR PROMISE: Establish a MICRO SCHOOL right within the community where our families reside to enhance feelings of belonging and strengthen community ties.
ADVANTAGE OF A SMALLER RATIO CLASSROOM
• Personalized Attention: Smaller ratios enable teachers to offer tailored instruction and support, catering to each student's individual learning preferences and requirements.
• Enhanced Learning Environment: A reduced ratio can create a more concentrated and engaged classroom atmosphere, resulting in improved academic performance.
• Fewer Behavioral Issues: Research indicates that smaller class sizes and lower ratios may lead to a decrease in behavioral challenges and a lower incidence of special education placements.
• Lower Teacher Stress: Educators with smaller ratios often experience reduced stress and burnout, contributing to higher job satisfaction and retention rates.
• Improved Supervision: Smaller ratios facilitate better oversight and safety for younger students.
SOAR
SKILLS AND FOCUS: Phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, and basic comprehension.
OBSERVATION: Success will be measured quarterly, and any changes in individualized learning plans will be immediately updated.
AGE: Every student will read at their grade level.
RAPPORT: Students' needs are assessed, acknowledged, and met through strong communication
Mastering Reading Proficiency
Many elementary students in Delaware struggle with reading proficiency. We provide robust reading support, understanding that successfully transitioning from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" is vital for academic and lifelong success. Our curriculum integrates both processes concurrently, ensuring students acquire knowledge effectively. We offer targeted intervention to ensure no child is left behind in developing critical literacy skills, empowering them for a brighter future.
Our family Engagement Promise
We believe family engagement is crucial for student success, especially in addressing rising absenteeism. Our educators serve as dedicated family liaisons, providing intentional, inclusive, and community-specific outreach to involve parents and caretakers as partners in education. We manage manageable caseloads to ensure every family receives personalized support, strengthening the home-school connection and contributing to consistent attendance and academic achievement.
Ready to experience the Amazing Minds Academy difference?
Discover how our unique academic programs, personalized attention, and strong family and community partnerships can unlock your child's full potential. We are dedicated to providing an unparalleled educational journey in Newark, Delaware.
