Our 43rd annual Dyslexia Summer Tutoring Program concluded on July 12 after five weeks of intensive instruction in reading, math, and writing alongside special sessions in art, music, and literature from local artists, musicians, and writers for more than fifty students who were enrolled on campus and virtually.
We are pleased to share that students enrolled on campus experienced tremendous gains over the course of their participation this summer. Students achieved a total of 6 months of gains in reading ability and 1 year and 2 months of gains in math. Each student challenged and pushed themselves every day and our entire team is proud of the progress made, but our team selects one student each year who exhibits significant proficiency and skill in a reading achievement, comprehension, and other factors for the Michael Mullins Outstanding Student Award, which is named in honor of our former executive director who facilitated the creation of this vital program.
Zander, Recipient of Michael Mullins Outstanding Student Award
Zander was always willing to try anything and worked hard to understand the material being presented. Each day, he approached the concepts with an open mind and a determined heart. No matter the challenge, Zander embraced it with enthusiasm and dedication.
But enthusiasm was just the beginning. Our interventionists shared that Zander impacted those around him with his positive, persevering attitude. In every classroom and activity, he brought energy, optimism, and a spirit of collaboration. This mindset was contagious and was a catalyst in transforming everyone’s learning environment.
Zander’s Gains
Overall Reading Gains = 5 years
Word Identification = 6 year and 8-month gain
Word Attack = 4 year and 3-month gain
Passage Comprehension = 3 year and 8-month gain
Overall Math Gains = 6 years and 3 months
Congratulations Zander! We are all so proud of your outstanding achievements and continuous growth.
Carlie, Recipient of Robert E. Hatch Most Improved Student Award
The Robert E. Hatch Most Improved Student Award is presented to a student who has shown remarkable development both academically and personally by seizing every opportunity provided to them. For 2024, this student is Carlie.
Over the five-week program, our staff has taken a special notice of Carlie’s increased ability to connect with tutors and her peers. Carlie’s kindness, empathy, and positive outlook has inspired us all!
More than just a shining personality, Carlie’s academic efforts have led to significant improvements in her reading and math proficiency. With hard work and dedication, she completed Level 1: Phonemic Awareness, Level 2: Short Vowels and Consonants, and seven lessons of Level 3: Closed and Unit Syllables.
Carlie’s Gains
Overall Reading Gains = 9 months
Word Identification = 1 year and 3-month gain
Word Attack = 1 year and 3-month gain
Passage Comprehension = 2 year and 9-month gain
Overall Math Gains = 1 year and 3 months
Congratulations Carlie on a job well done!
