2017 Groves Academy Summer Programs

2017

SUMMER PROGRAMS GUIDE

GROVESACADEMY.ORG/SUMMER

Dear Parents, During the summer, we are pleased to offer students from the community the same tailored, high quality Groves Academy education that we provide to our full-time students during the school year.

Our summer programs employ the same philosophy of remediating academic weaknesses and developing strengths and talents by using our specialized curriculum and teaching techniques, while maintaining small class sizes of six to eight students.

For students entering grades 2-8, the morning program is academic— reading, writing, and math; the afternoon program offers fun enrichment activities designed to tap into talents, creativity, and interests. Children can participate in either the morning or the afternoon program—or both.

For students entering grades 9-11, academic programs are offered in study skills, writing, and math. These programs help to build confidence and provide the extra boost needed for the upcoming school year.

It amazes us how much children love to be here during the summer and we eagerly look forward to working with them. They realize right away that we approach education differently and that there are other children who learn like they do. When that happens, they feel understood, perhaps for the first time.

Thank you for considering us.

John Alexander Head of School 1

Curtis Olufson Director of Summer Programs

ABOUT US AND OUR SUMMER PROGRAMS Groves Academy is often referred to as the hidden gem of education in the Twin Cities. We have great success helping bright, capable students who have learning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorders reach their academic, social, emotional, and creative potential.

We owe our success to our remarkably talented teachers and the premium we place on their professional development so that they can bring best practices in reading, writing, and math instruction to the classroom. Students are taught in a structured, supportive, and nurturing environment. Our goal is not only to remediate academic weaknesses, but also to create an environment which will help develop creative abilities, leadership potential, and extracurricular talents.

Many, if not most, students come to us lacking self-confidence, despite their best efforts in school.

By providing this structured environment and explicit, sequential instruction at the appropriate level, our students learn—often in a few short days—that effort does lead to success. When this happens, motivation returns and confidence levels begin to reach new heights.

It truly is a sight to behold.

Groves Academy was founded in 1972 and today serves hundreds of children, families, and educators each year throughout Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. Our three-part service offering includes our school for grades 1-12; the Learning Center at Groves Academy, which provides diagnostic assessments, tutoring, and other services for children and adults in the community; and the Institute for Professional Learning, which provides professional development workshops for teachers and supports literacy instruction for teachers, schools, and other organizations.

TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME

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ABOUT OUR SUMMER PROGRAMS

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MORNING ACADEMIC | GRADES 2-8

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AFTERNOON ENRICHMENT | GRADES 2-8

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HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS | GRADES 9-11

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

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APPLICATION FORM

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TEACHER FEEDBACK FORM

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ABOUT GROVES ACADEMY

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PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 2-8 | JUNE 19 - JULY 14 Groves Academy offers both academic and enrichment programs for students entering grades 2-8 during a four-week session from Monday, June 19 to Friday, July 14. (There is no school on Tuesday, July 4.)

Academic classes are held in the morning and enrichment classes are held in the afternoon.

Families may choose to apply for full days or just the mornings or afternoons.

We offer optional before-school care from 7:30-9:00am and after-school care from 3:30-5:00pm.

These programs, designed to simplify families’ busy summer schedules, provide supervised games and activities.

MORNING ACADEMIC PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 2-8 We help students close the gap between their academic potential and achievement.

Students in the morning program are grouped according to age and reading/spelling, writing, and math abilities. Classes are taught by Groves Academy teachers. Most classes have six students; some classes in grades 6-8 may have up to eight.

Multiple sections of each level may run simultaneously, and some students may have different teachers for different subjects.

Teachers will provide weekly class updates via email, as well as an overview of student progress at the end of the second week. Final progress reports, including individual comments and recommendations, will be mailed following the conclusion of the program. There are no parent conferences during summer programs.

Groves Academy is ideally suited for students who have a learning disability, such as dyslexia, and/ or an attention disorder, such as ADHD, that affects academic achievement.

READING AND SPELLING

TIMES:

Monday - Friday 9:00am-12:00pm (Reading/Spelling, Writing, and Math for 55 minutes each, plus recess)

FEE:

$1,890 before April 7 $1,990 after April 7

Teachers use the Wilson Reading System® to improve student reading and spelling abilities. With an emphasis on direct, sequential, multi-sensory instruction, Wilson teachers use a diagnostic-prescriptive approach and tailor instruction to the issues and successes of each student. Based on the tenets of Orton-Gillingham instruction, Wilson is a research-based approach to help all students become better readers and spellers.

decoding skills. Students may also practice the three great rules of spelling including the “silent-e” rule, the “doubling” rule, and the “y” rule. Fluency is addressed through oral reading of controlled text. Comprehension focuses on main idea, supporting details, plot sequence, summarization, vocabulary development, and the introduction of inferential thinking.

READING AND SPELLING I

Students entering the advanced reading class are reading at, or close to, grade level. They have demonstrated a solid grasp of symbol-sound relationships and because they are good readers, they have an intuitive understanding of syllable types and syllable division rules. Word analysis involving both reading and spelling focuses on a morphological study of words (understanding root words, prefixes, and suffixes). Fluency is addressed through oral reading of selected pieces of literature. Students also review the three great spelling rules (see Reading and Spelling II) and more advanced symbol-sound correspondences.

Comprehension is an emphasis of the class and focuses on understanding main idea, supporting details, character motivation, author intent and writing style, as well as inferential and critical thinking skills. Vocabulary development is emphasized through various activities.

Students focus on basic decoding, encoding (spelling), reading fluency, and comprehension skills. An emphasis is placed on using multi-sensory techniques to teach symbol-sound relationships, syllable types, and word attack skills in isolation and in the fluent reading of controlled, connected text. Spelling lessons reinforce the symbol-sound patterns taught during the reading lessons. Comprehension work focuses on main idea, identifying important details, and plot sequence at the appropriate reading level.

READING AND SPELLING II

In a multi-sensory context, students review advanced symbol-sound relationships and syllable types. More advanced word attack skills are taught to aid the student in decoding multi-syllabic words. Spelling work reinforces

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Groves Academy’s education options are not designed for disruptive or oppositional students, for students with emotional issues unrelated to a learning disability, for students with a diagnosis of autism, or for students with developmental/cognitive delays.

READING AND SPELLING III

WRITING

Teachers use direct instruction to teach sentence and paragraph structure, which includes significant practice with teacher feedback. Instruction focuses on solidifying skills in a direct and sequential manner.

Students learn to build and expand simple sentences before they learn paragraph organization and essay writing. The goal is to build a strong foundation upon which more sophisticated written language skills can be developed.

WRITING I

Using multi-sensory techniques, students are introduced to sentence formation including capitalization and punctuation, writing complete sentences and expanding sentences. Sentence strategies are introduced and reviewed. All students have access to a computer.

WRITING II

Using multi-sensory techniques, students receive direct instruction in writing expanded and compound sentences. Students are also introduced to paragraph writing including topic sentences, supporting details, and clinchers (concluding sentences). A focus is on the mechanics of writing (spelling, capitalization, and punctuation) as well as word usage and idea organization. Strategies are introduced and reviewed at both the advanced sentence and paragraph levels.

All students have access to a computer.

WRITING III

Students receive direct instruction in writing expanded and complex sentences, as well as simple paragraphs including topic sentences, supporting details, and clinchers (concluding sentences).

A focus is on the mechanics of writing (spelling, capitalization, and punctuation), as well as word usage and idea organization. Students are also introduced to different paragraph types and practice writing various paragraph types. If time allows, students are introduced to the five paragraph essay. All students have access to a computer.

MATH

Math can be difficult for students who have learning differences because there are two distinct aspects, computation and conceptualization, involved in mathematical processing. Computation is problematic for students with ADHD or dysgraphia because they have difficulty with the details and sequencing of math problems. Students with conceptual math difficulties often have trouble with the language of mathematics.

The Groves approach to math helps students with both types of issues by providing direct, sequential, and multi-sensory instruction. Students learn both the concepts and the processes of mathematical operations. All classes work with applying mathematical principles in problem solving and critical thinking skills involving word problems.

MATH I

Topics range from the introduction of basic skills involving place value and one-digit addition and subtraction to more advanced double- and triple-digit addition and subtraction involving regrouping. Simple multiplication and division concepts are covered.

Depending on class level and need, concepts of time and money are introduced and reviewed.

MATH II

There are a wide range of topics in Math II. When necessary, review of basic addition and subtraction problems involving borrowing are reviewed as well as simple multiplication and division. Some classes spend significant time with double- and triple-digit multiplication, while others review these concepts and are introduced to and review operations involving fractions, decimals and percents.

MATH III

Some Math III classes spend significant time reviewing operations involving fractions, decimals, and percents.

Other classes focus on pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, and even algebra II concepts depending upon class groupings and need.

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PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 2-8 | JUNE 19 - JULY 14 AFTERNOON ENRICHMENT FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 2-8 The afternoon enrichment program provides meaningful, structured, and fun activities.

Tailored to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students, all classes provide a safe and inclusive environment where students are free to take risks and make friends.

Classes are offered from 12:30-1:30pm and 1:30-3:30pm in either 2-week or 4-week blocks.

Students may sign up for one or several classes, which may be divided into age-appropriate sections. All classes maintain a student to teacher ratio of 6:1.

Students who attend the morning program and continue in the afternoon will have a lunch period from 12:00-12:30pm. Students must bring their own lunch.

Please note that in order for morning program students to register for a 1:30-3:30pm class, they must also register for a 12:30-1:30pm class.

Progress reports are not provided for afternoon enrichment classes.

12:30-1:30PM ENRICHMENT CLASSES KEYBOARDING

Develop and practice an essential skill for school success. A personalized approach to learning the keyboard will be taken using a program that is dynamic, stimulating, and sequential. Great for new typists or those wishing to improve basic skills.

Weeks 1-4, June 19-July 14, 4th-8th grades, $380

ENERGY BLAST

Get active and have a blast. Utilize strategy, teamwork, and engage in friendly competition through a variety of games, sports, and activities.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 2nd-8th grades, $200 Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, 2nd-8th grades, $180

ART, ART, ART

Come explore many exciting art mediums and discover your creativity. Explore oil pastels, drawing, painting, printmaking, and creative projects using recycled materials.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 2nd-8th grades, $200

GUITAR AND UKULELE WORKSHOP

Become the musician you have always wanted to be.

Learn the basics of guitar or ukulele through sequential instruction, hand-on exercises, and audio and video recordings.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 5th-8th grades, $200

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SUMMER SWEETS AND TREATS

Beat the summer heat by preparing “cool� snacks and treats. Watermelon smoothies, icy pudding pops, fresh squeezed lemonade and other refreshing delicacies are on the menu.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 2nd-6th grades, $200

CRAFTS, CARDS, AND CREATIONS

Welcome to the wonderful world of jewelry and card design. Design and create cards, necklaces, key chains, and bracelets using stamps, and other craft items.

Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, 2nd-8th grades, $180

3D PRINTING

Dive into the world of 3D printing. Learn about basic CAD design and modeling, using these skills to design a 3D model to be printed.

Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, grades 2nd-8th, $180

ARE YOU GAME?

Using computers, Nintendo Wii and iPad apps, play a variety of individual and group video games. Some will be educational, some recreational, and others may even include using a pair of VR goggles.

Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, 5th-8th grades, $180

1:30-3:30PM ENRICHMENT CLASSES ADVENTURE CLUB

This activity-based program is designed to facilitate the development and maintenance of positive social relationships. Instructors will transport students offsite to participate in swimming, bowling, trampoline jumping, roller skating, and other activities.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 2nd-8th grades, $400 Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, 2nd-8th grades, $360

CERAMIC THROWING

Learn the process of properly throwing a pot on the potter’s wheel. Create functional pots and explore the art of glazing and surface design.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 4th-8th grades, $400

PIANO LAB

Learn musical notation in a fun and social way as the foundation is laid for great piano technique. Gain a well-rounded understanding of the piano, discover historical composers from around the world, and learn the important musical skills and concepts all musicians should know.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 2nd-4th grades, $400

NATURE EXPLORERS

Participate in guided hikes and outdoor activities themed around exploring the beauty and complexity of the natural world. Hiking destinations will include Theodore Wirth Park, the Westwood Hills Nature Center, Minnehaha Falls, and Three Rivers Park System.

TASTY SUMMER SENSATIONS

Learn about fresh flavors of the season by preparing summertime favorites. Recipe selections will include taco salads in tortilla shells, scrumptious shortcakes with whipped cream and berries, garden pizzas, and other delicious creations.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 4th-8th grades, $400

MAKING A MAKER

Step into a world of science and technology. Using the tools in the makerspace (Arduino boards, 3D printer, wood carving CNC, laser cutter) we will learn about the process of design and problem solving, using these skills to build a project from the ground up.

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 5th-8th grades, $400 Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, 2nd-4th grades, $360

CERAMIC SCULPTING

Turn a piece of clay into something memorable and interesting. Combine the process of sculpting, glazing, and surface design using creativity and imagination.

Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, 2nd-8th grades, $360

MOVIE PRODUCERS

Movie enthusiasts of any level will combine the skills of acting, writing, directing, and editing to create a summer blockbuster. Using the iPad and movie software, ideas will come to life collaboratively through the writing, production, and filming phases.

Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, 5th-8th grades, $360

Weeks 1-2, June 19-June 30, 2nd-6th grades, $400 Weeks 3-4, July 3-July 14, 4th-8th grades, $360

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PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 9–11 | JULY 24 - AUG 4 Our high school program is ideally suited for students with a learning disability, such as dyslexia, and/or an attention disorder, such as ADHD, that affects academic achievement.

Within a small, structured, and supportive environment, students can receive the extra help they need to learn or maintain skills, and get a head start on their upcoming school year.

MATH WORKSHOP

This class will take an interactive approach to learning or refining mathematical concepts. Depending on the individual needs of the student, pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry concepts will be covered using metacognitive strategies, reinforcement and corrective feedback, and self-monitoring. Students will learn and practice through direct, multi-sensory instruction at their own level and pace. Specific topics may include order of operations, fractions, decimals, proportions, integers, graphing equations, and word problems.

Section 1, 8:45-10:15am, $415 OR Section 2, 10:30-12:00pm, $415

STUDY SKILLS

This interactive class orients students to vital elements of learning and provides strategies designed to improve executive function. Students will complete a learning assessment not only to determine their specific needs and strengths, but also to help them better understand how to maximize their learning.

Students will use both low and high technological tools to practice methods of note-taking, learn strategies to enhance comprehension through active reading and summary writing, and explore various approaches for organizing materials and time management. Students will also have the opportunity to learn and use assistive technology to support reading and writing.

Section 1, 8:45-10:15am, $415 OR Section 2, 10:30-12:00pm, $415 OR Section 3, 12:30-2:00pm, $415

“Groves is an amazing place!

Teachers were warm, patient, skilled, and understood the value of improving my son’s confidence and recognizing his strengths.”

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Taught by Groves Academy teachers, classes have a maximum of 10 students and meet Monday through Friday for two weeks.

Students have the flexibility to apply for any number of classes. Those who are enrolled in multiple classes will have a lunch period from 12:00-12:30pm. Students must bring their own lunch.

WRITING STRATEGIES

This class provides students with the foundational skills needed to be successful in producing written compositions across various content areas. Emphasis will be placed on helping students organize their thoughts and translating those thoughts into clear written communication. Specific strategies to aid in the prewriting, outlining, revising, and other stages of the writing process will be implemented using a sequential and individualized approach. Students will also have the opportunity to learn and use assistive technology for writing support.

Section 1, 10:30-12:00pm, $415 OR Section 2, 12:30-2:00pm, $415

We build confidence, success, and purpose through transformative learning experiences.

APPLICATION INFORMATION | FOR ALL STUDENTS: GRADES 2-11 KEY DATES April 7

Deadline for early application

May 12

Confirmation of acceptance and fees

May 19

Deadline for payment of fees Last day to apply (if space available)

June 9

Notification of final schedules, teachers’ names, and room numbers

June 19

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Every applicant is required to submit: • Completed and signed application form • Diagnostic assessment • Teacher Feedback Form

To help us accurately assess the needs of each student, we require all applicants to submit their most recent diagnostic assessment and a copy of their most recent Individual Education Plan (IEP), if applicable.

The assessment we need is the type administered individually by the school as part of the IEP process, or privately at a clinic. It may be called a psychoeducational assessment and should include a narrative report as well as ability and achievement scores.

While scores from group-administered school tests (MCA, NWEA) may be helpful, they are not sufficient for admission to our Summer Programs.

If you are interested in having your child tested, please let us know. We can refer you to an outside testing facility or provide you with information about assessments offered by The Learning Center at Groves Academy.

Please provide your child’s teacher(s) with the required Teacher Feedback Form in this brochure, and ask that it be sent directly to Groves Academy. Online applicants will receive a copy of the feedback form via email.

APPLICATION PROCESS

We will review your application materials to determine whether our academic programs will be a good match and benefit your child. Confirmation of acceptance will be possible when we have students of similar ages and abilities who can be grouped together to make a class.

We will confirm acceptance and program fees as soon as possible, but no later than May 12. All program fees will be due on May 19, which is also the final day we will accept applications, if space is available. We would appreciate prompt notification if your child will not attend, as other families may be affected by your decision.

Final schedules, teachers’ names, and room numbers will be sent by June 9.

Complete the Application Form online at grovesacademy.org/summer.

OR You may complete and sign both pages of the Application Form and return by mail or by fax to: Groves Academy, Attn: Summer Programs, 3200 Highway 100 South, St. Louis Park, MN 55416, Fax: 952.920.2068

First day of summer programs

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

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APPLICATION CHECK LIST

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Pay the $40 Application Fee (This fee is not applied to program fees.)

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Submit a copy of your child’s diagnostic assessment; include IEP (if applicable)

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Ask your child’s current teacher(s) to complete and return the Teacher Feedback Form

Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of required documentation. Applying early is encouraged.

Please submit separate application forms for each child; you may duplicate the application form.

Groves Academy reserves the right to cancel a class/session due to inadequate enrollment, in which case class fees are refunded.

Payment is due in full on May 19.

Refunds will not be given after that date.

FEES AND DISCOUNTS

A non-refundable application fee of $40 is due with application materials. This fee is not applied to program fees.

We encourage you to apply by April 7 and offer a $100 discount on our academic program for grades 2-8 if you do so. Applying early helps us confirm classes and students in a timely manner.

A full-day discount is available.

• Grades 2-8: $75 discount for every two weeks of full day enrollment (9:00am-3:30pm) • Grades 9-11: $100 discount when enrolled in all three academic programs If program fees are not received by the May 19 deadline, your child’s spot is not guaranteed.

After the deadline, we may begin to assign students from the waiting list in order to fill a section.

QUESTIONS?

Please contact Curtis Olufson, Director of Summer Programs, at olufsonc@grovesacademy.org or 952.915.4268.

APPLICATION FORM | FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 2-11

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Apply at grovesacademy.org/summer or complete both pages of this form and mail to Groves Academy at address on reverse side.

GENERAL INFORMATION Name of student Boy/Girl

Birthdate

Age

Student’s current school Grade in Fall 2017

T-shirt size

Name of parent/guardian 1 Name of parent/guardian 2

Home address 1 Home address 2

City, State, Zip City, State, Zip Phone 1 Home

Work

Phone 2 Home

Work

Phone 1 Cell Phone 2 Cell

Employer 1 Employer 2

Email 1 Email 2

Best daytime contact in case of application questions or emergency Has your child attended Groves Summer Programs before?

☐ No

☐ Yes (when?)

☐ ADD/ADHD

☐ Other

ACADEMIC INFORMATION Has your child been diagnosed with:

☐ LD

☐ Dyslexia

☐ Dysgraphia

Please describe your child’s strengths, challenges, and areas of interest below. This information will be helpful in the placement of your child. Please enclose a copy of your child’s most recent cognitive and achievement testing and other relevant school information such as an IEP, if applicable: STRENGTHS

CHALLENGES

INTERESTS

PERMISSION STATEMENTS

My child has permission to participate in field trips or other school-sponsored activities planned by Groves Academy when applicable. I understand that all groups will be accompanied by a Groves Academy staff member, and that my child will ride in designated Groves Academy transportation to and from off-site locations. I believe necessary precautions and plans for the care and support of the student will be taken. I will not hold the school or those supervising the activity responsible. Groves Academy may use pictures of my child in materials unless I advise otherwise in writing. In case of a medical emergency, I understand every effort will be made to contact parents or guardians. In the event that I cannot be reached, I understand that my child will be transported to Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital (phone: 952.993.5000), unless otherwise specified.

Parent/Guardian signature

Date

EMERGENCY INFORMATION Persons to call in case of emergency, when parents cannot be reached: Name Name Relationship Relationship Home phone Home phone Work/Cell phone Work/Cell phone

Grades

Fees*

Time

12:30-1:30

12:30-1:30

6/26-6/30

Week 2 7/3-7/7

Week 3** 7/10-7/14

Week 4 7/17-7/21

Week 5

7/24-7/28

Week 6

7/31-8/4

Week 7

Weeks 3-4

Weeks 3-4

** no programs 7/4

Week 1

Weeks 1-4

$180 (2 weeks)

$200 (2 weeks)

Weeks 3-4 Weeks 3-4

Weeks 3-4 Weeks 3-4 Weeks 3-4 Weeks 3-4

Weeks 6-7

6/19-6/23

9:00-12:00 Weeks 1-4

Apply here or at grovesacademy.org/summer $1,990 (4 weeks) 12:30-1:30 Weeks 1-2

5th-8th

Students entering grades 9-11

Weeks 6-7

Weeks 6-7

Weeks 6-7

Weeks 6-7

Weeks 6-7

Weeks 6-7

Subtotal Program Fees

* Discounts available:

Total Program Fees Due

Total Fees

GROVESACADEMY.ORG/SUMMER

2017 GROVES SUMMER PROGRAMS APPLICATION WORKSHEET Check box if enrolling

Students entering grades 2-8 2nd-8th $380 (4 weeks) 12:30-1:30

12:30-1:30

Morning Academic Programs

4th-8th $180 (2 weeks)

$200 (2 weeks)

Reading/Spelling, Writing, and Math Keyboarding 2nd-8th

2nd-8th

2nd-8th

Afternoon Enrichment Programs: Block One

Energy Blast: Session 2 Guitar and Ukulele Workshop

Weeks 1-2

Weeks 1-2

Weeks 1-2

Weeks 1-2

Weeks 1-2

Weeks 1-2

Weeks 1-2

Energy Blast: Session 1

3D Printing 12:30-1:30

12:30-1:30 12:30-1:30

$180 (2 weeks) 12:30-1:30

$200 (2 weeks)

$180 (2 weeks)

$200 (2 weeks)

5th-8th 2nd-8th

2nd-6th

2nd-8th

Summer Sweets & Treats Art, Art, Art

Are You Game?

Crafts, Cards and Creations

Afternoon Enrichment Programs: Block Two

1:30-3:30

1:30-3:30 1:30-3:30

1:30-3:30

$400 (2 weeks)

$360 (2 weeks) $360 (2 weeks)

1:30-3:30

1:30-3:30

$400 (2 weeks)

5th-8th

2nd-4th

$360 (2 weeks)

$400 (2 weeks)

2nd-8th

Piano Lab 4th-8th

2nd-8th

Movie Producers 2nd-8th

Adventure Club: Session 1

Ceramic Throwing

1:30-3:30

Adventure Club: Session 2

Ceramic Sculpting

1:30-3:30

Week 4

$400 (2 weeks)

Week 4

$360 (2 weeks)

Week 3

4th-8th

Week 3

2nd-6th

Week 2

Nature Explorers: Session 1

Weeks 1-2

Week 2

Nature Explorers: Session 2

Week 1

Weeks 3-4

Week 1

Weeks 1-2

7:30-9:00

1:30-3:30

3:30-5:00

$400 (2 weeks)

$45 (per week)

8:45-10:15

5th-8th

$45 (per week)

10:30-12:00

Making a Maker

2nd-8th

$420 (2 weeks)

8:45-10:15

1:30-3:30

2nd-8th

$420 (2 weeks)

10:30-12:00

1:30-3:30

Before-school care (circle weeks attending)

9th-11th

$420 (2 weeks)

$400 (2 weeks)

After-school care (circle weeks attending)

9th-11th

$420 (2 weeks)

$360 (2 weeks)

Math Workshop: Section 1

9th-11th

4th-8th

Math Workshop: Section 2

9th-11th

12:30-2:00

2nd-4th

Study Skills: Section 1

$420 (2 weeks)

10:30-12:00

Tasty Summer Sensations

Study Skills: Section 2

9th-11th

$420 (2 weeks)

12:30-2:00

Making a Maker Junior

Study Skills: Section 3

9th-11th

$420 (2 weeks)

Before and After School Care

Writing Strategies: Section 1

9th-11th

Please make checks payable to Groves Academy.

Full-day discount: Grades 9-11. Deduct $100 if enrolled in all three programs

Full-day discount: Grades 2-8. Deduct $75 per 2-week enrollment if enrolled 9:00am-3:30pm

Early application discount: Grades 2-8 Morning Programs. Deduct $100 before 4/7/17

Writing Strategies: Section 2

Thank you! Apply at grovesacademy.org/summer or tear along perforation, complete, and mail to:

GROVES ACADEMY Attn: Summer Programs 3200 Highway 100 South St. Louis Park, MN 55416

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APPLICATION FORM | FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 2-11

TEACHER FEEDBACK FORM | FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 2-11 PAGE 1 OF 2

2017 GROVES ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAMS

PARENTS: Please provide this form to your child’s current classroom teacher(s).

The form should be e-mailed, faxed, or mailed directly back to Groves Academy as soon as possible. Online applicants will receive this form and instructions by email. If your child works with a tutor or special education teacher, please have that person complete a copy of this form as well.

TEACHERS: The student named below is applying for admission to the 2017 Groves Academy Summer Program.

As part of the application process, feedback from the student’s current teacher(s) is required. Please complete this form, including the reverse side (reverse side is required for grades 2-8 only), and return it to Groves Academy by email, fax, or mail.

This information will be kept confidential.

Questions can be directed to Curtis Olufson at Groves Academy, olufsonc@grovesacademy.org or 952.915.4268.

Student's Name Current School Current Grade Teacher's Name Subject Area

1. Describe the student’s work habits and attitude.

2. Identify strengths and challenges in the student’s skill levels and learning style.

3. Describe the student’s relationship with peers.

4. Describe the student’s relationship with teachers and other adults.

5. Have there been behavior problems? Please describe any difficulties.

Teacher’s signature

Date

PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM BY EMAIL, FAX, OR MAIL: EMAIL: FAX: Curtis Olufson 952.920.2068 olufsonc@grovesacademy.org Attn: Summer Programs

MAIL: Groves Academy, Attn: Summer Programs 3200 Hwy. 100 South, St. Louis Park, MN 55416

TEACHER FEEDBACK FORM | FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 2-8 PAGE 2 OF 2

2017 GROVES ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAMS

Please indicate the student’s current skill levels and needs. Feel free to add additional comments.

READING/SPELLING

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Weak

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Comments

Phonemic awareness Decoding short vowel words Decoding vowel–consonant–e words Decoding multi-syllabic words Sight words Reading fluency - accuracy Reading fluency - rate Vocabulary Comprehension–main idea, supporting details Comprehension–drawing conclusions, making inferences

WRITTEN EXPRESSION Handwriting Pre-writing (organizational notes, outlines) Written expression of ideas Capitalization and punctuation Grammar and sentence structure Editing

MATH Number sense and place value Word problems Addition and subtraction concepts and facts Addition and subtraction with regrouping Multiplication and division concepts and facts Multi-digit multiplication and division Telling time Money Fractions Decimals Algebraic expressions and equations Factoring Positive and negative integers

Does this student need extra time to process information in reading, writing and math?

Is this student functioning independently at, above, or below his/her current grade level in the following areas?

Above grade level Reading decoding Reading fluency Reading comprehension Spelling Written expression Math concepts Math computation Math problem solving

At grade level

Below grade level

ABOUT GROVES ACADEMY Since 1972, Groves Academy has provided exemplary educational programs and services for individuals with learning disabilities and attention disorders, their families, and educators.

OUR SCHOOL

Groves Academy is Minnesota’s only established school for students with learning disabilities and attention disorders and is accredited through ISACS (Independent Schools Association of the Central States). We enroll 250 students in grades 1-12, with an average class size of eight. We believe students learn best when instruction is direct, sequential, multi-sensory, and addresses individual strengths and challenges. Our teachers and research-based practices help students reach their academic, social, emotional, and creative potential.

For more information about our Lower School (grades 1-6), contact Debbie Moran, Director of Admissions, at morand@grovesacademy.org or 952.915.4275.

For information about our Middle School (grades 6-8) and Upper School (grades 9-12), contact Teresa Smith, Director of Admissions, at smitht@grovesacademy.org or 952.915.4296.

THE LEARNING CENTER AT GROVES ACADEMY

The Learning Center allows children not enrolled in our school access to the transformative education we provide.

The Learning Center offers centralized services to children and adults, including comprehensive diagnostic testing, tutoring, post-secondary coaching, speech and language therapy, assistive technology training, and career counseling.

All services are adapted to the unique needs of each individual and designed to strengthen confidence and sense of purpose.

Additionally, community events are scheduled throughout the year including a college fair and parent workshops on topics related to learning disabilities and attention disorders.

Visit grovesacademy.org/the-learning-center or call 952.920.6377 for more information.

THE INSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AT GROVES ACADEMY The Institute for Professional Learning is a leading source of evidence-based literacy instruction to close the reading achievement gap in our country. The Institute for Professional Learning shares the proven curriculum and teaching strategies we use at Groves Academy with teachers and organizations outside of our school. We seek to redefine the way our nation is taught, one student, one teacher, and one school at a time.

For more information on teacher literacy training, please contact Katharine Campbell, Director of Literacy, at campbellk@grovesacademy.org or call 952.283.3301.

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SUMMER EDUCATION WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS

Groves Academy provides a series of workshops to give parents knowledge and insights to support their children.

Workshops are led by Groves Academy staff members who are recognized as some of the nation’s foremost authorities in learning disabilities and attention disorders. This year’s summer workshops are listed below and are free of charge: Monday, June 26, 9:00-12:00 Study Skills and Assistive Technology Tools to Support Executive Functions Presenters: Kandi Retzlaff, M.Ed., Groves Academy Middle School Teacher and Todd Hanson, Director of Technology, Groves Academy Tuesday, June 27, 9:00-12:00 Managing Stress and Anxiety Presenter: Dr. Zachary Eakman, Assistant Director of Diagnostics, Groves Academy Wednesday, June 28, 9:00-12:00 An Overview of Learning Disabilities and Understanding Dyslexia Presenter: John Alexander, Head of School, Groves Academy FOR MORE INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO REGISTER: Please visit grovesacademy.org/events/workshops or contact Jamie Prescott, Events and Volunteers Manager, at prescottj@grovesacademy.org or 952.915.4295.

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