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SUMTER SCHOOL DISTRICT

220 Hascl Street • PO Drawer 2039 • Sumter. South Carolina 29151-2039 • (I)803.774.5500 • (V) !103.774.5610

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December 20,2013

Dear Cherryvale Elementary School Parent,

This is a second enrollment opportunity for your child to receive free tutoring services. Choose a free tutoring program that can be tailored toyour child's particular academic needs and makes productive use ofhis/her out-of-school time.

As part of the federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and South Carolina's ESEAlFederal Accountability System, Cherryvale Elementary School has been designated aTitle IFocus School because analysis of the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (SC PASS) scores reveals that the school has anachievement gap between the African-American and Caucasian subgroups of students. As a result, your child may be eligible for free tutoring in English Language Arts {ELA)lReading and/or math if he/she:

• has ascore in the "Not Met" category on PASS in the content areas ofELA, math, science, or social studies; and • is a member of any sub-group inwhich the gap in achievement exists.

Sumter School District may offer Supplemental Educational Services (SES) to students in non-tested grades or other identified subgroups once all ofthe required student selection/participation criteria have been met and contingent upon the availability of funding.

Ifyou would like to talk with representatives ofthe tutoring programs before you enroll your child, there will be a Providers' Fair held on Thursday, January 23, 2014, from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Cherryvale Elementary School, 1420 Furman Drive, Sumter, SC. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and talk to the approved providers that will be in attendance. We have included alist of commonly asked questions and aChoosing a Supplemental Educational

Services (SES)Provider worksheet you can use to help you with selecting a tutoring service for your child.

Ifyou would like to select a tutor now, please review the enclosed information that includes a list of approved providers and a brief description of the services, qualifications, expectations, and effectiveness of each provider. Complete the Cherryvale Elementary School Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Enrollment Form, and submit the signed, completed form in one ofthe following ways:

a. Return the form to the Cherryvale Elementary School office by4:00 p.m. on or before February 7,2014;

b. Bring theform to the Sumter School District Annex, 220 Hasel Street, Sumter, SC by 4:00 p.m. on orbefore February 7,2014;

c. Mail the form toSumter School District, P. O. Drawer 2039, Sumter, SC29151-2039, Attn: Judy Boyce (must be postmarked by

February 7,2014);

d. Email the form to Judy Boyce [email protected] on orbefore February 7,2014.

Tutoring will begin after your child has been enrolled and after the program provider has met with you and submitted a student learning plan for your child.

Ifyou have any questions about this free tutoring service, please call me at 803-774-5500, ext. 123, oryou may reach me at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Crystal .Lottig

ExecutiveDirector of Federal andExternal Programs

Enclosures: Approved Provider List&Providers' Summary Pages, Cherryvale Elementary School SES Enrollment Form, Questions ThatParents May Wantto Ask,

Choosing a Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Provider Worksheet

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Sumter School District

Cherryvale Elementary School Supplemental Educational Services (SES)

Enrollment Form

Due no later than February 7, 2014

Directions:

1. Complete ALL of the information below including the three (3) provider choices. 2.Parent/guardian only MUST complete and sign the form in order for it to be processed. 3. Submit this signed form to Sumter School District Office in one of the following ways:

a. Return the form to the Cherryvale Elementary School office by 4:00 p.m. on or before February 7, 2014; b. Bring the form to the District Annex, 220 Hasel Street, Sumter, SC by 4:00 p.m. on or before February 7, 2014;

c. Mail the form to Sumter School District, P. O. Drawer 2039, Sumter, SC 29151, Attn: Judy Boyce. (Must be postmarked by February 7, 2014); d. Email the form to Judy Boyce at [email protected] on or before February 7, 2014.

Please print.

*Student’s Last Name *Student’s First Name *Student’s Date of Birth *Gender *Grade *Ethnicity

*Home Address *City *State *Zip Code

*Mailing Address (if different from home address) Mailing City Mailing State Mailing Zip Code

*HomePhone Number CellPhone Number Work Phone Number Emergency Number Email address:

Yes, I want free SES tutoring for my child. By signing below I agree to the following:

• Tutorials for my child will end when the required per-pupil money ($1,007.58 per child) has been spent. All providers must agree to a minimum of 20 hours per child.

• Attendance is important.

• I agree for my child’s PASS and other school records related to student achievement to be shared with the provider(s) selected below. This includes low-income status.

List (3) three tutoring providers, from the list provided by the district, that you would like to provide the free tutoring services to your child, and select the subject area requested for the tutoring. The district will try to provide your first choice.Ifyour first choice is not possible, your child will be placed with the next provider on your list. You must provide the names of three providers or the enrollment form will not be processed.

*1st_Choice _{Provider’s Name:}

Subject Area Requested:  Math  ELA/Reading *2nd Choice Provider’s Name:

Subject Area Requested:  Math  ELA/Reading

*3rd Choice Provider’s Name:

Subject Area Requested:  Math  ELA/Reading

*Parent/Guardian’s Last Name, First Name (Please Print) *Parent/Guardian’s Signature *Date *Relationship

No, I do not want my child to receive free SES tutoring. Complete the student’s last and first name above and sign.

*Parent/Guardian’s Signature *Date

To Be Completed by Office Staff Only:

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Date Request Received: Date Assigned to Provider: Dates of contact with parent by staff:

Eligible: Yes No Provider Assigned: Date: By:

Reviewed by: Date SLP Received: Date: By:

Date form entered into Cayen: Date SLP Approved: Date: By:

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FREE

TUTORING

Sometimes we all

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on the road to

academic excellence.

Free tutoring is now

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Cherryvale Elementary

School students.

Your child may receive FREE tutoring

or Supplemental Educational

Services (SES) if:

1. Your child's SC PASS test scores in ELA, math, science or social studies were in the "Not Met" category; and/or 2. Your child is a member of any

sub- group in which the *gap in achievement exists.

Sumter School District may offer Supplemental Educational Services (SES) to students in non-tested grades (K-2) or other identified subgroups once all of the required student selection/participation criteria have been met and contingent upon the availability of funding.

* As part of the federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001

and South Carolina’s ESEA/Federal Accountability System, Cherryvale Elementary School has been designated a Title I Focus School because analysis of the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (SC PASS) scores reveals that the school has an achievement gap between the African- American and Caucasian subgroups of students.

Come to a Tutoring Fair and learn about the free tutoring

services that are available for your child.

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Cherryvale Elementary School

1420 Furman Drive, Sumter, SC 29154

For more information, please contact Principal Robert Barth, Cherryvale Elementary School, 494-8200, [email protected] OR

Ms. Crystal Lottig, Executive Director of Federal and External Programs, Sumter School District, 774-5500, ext. 123

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Questions that Parents May Want to Ask

Supplemental Educational Service

(SES)

Providers

• What programs, by grade levels and subject areas, are available for your child?

• What type of instruction will the tutor use (small group, one-on-one, large group, or the

computer)?

• Can the tutor help if your child has disabilities or is learning English?

• When and where will you provide your instructional services? On the campus of the home

school? At a center? Somewhere else other than the two mentioned before?

• What are the qualifications of the tutors? What criteria do you use to select someone to be a

tutor?

• What are the company’s qualifications?

• Do you have a minimum number of requests for services from parents that you must reach

before you will provide supplemental educational services in the school? What is that

number?

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If you do not reach that number, will you inform the parents who have originally

requested your services that you will not be able to provide the instructional services?

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How long will this process take before you know whether or not you will be able to

provide such services in a particular school?

• How many minutes/hours of instruction will you be able to provide with the allotted dollar

amount?

• How many sessions a week are you able to offer services?

• Will you be able to provide services on Saturday?

• What is the student-teacher ratio?

• What if my child needs individual (1:1) attention?

• Will my child be grouped with other children on the same level for instruction?

• Does my child have his/her own individual program?

• What program(s) are offered?

• What happens if we miss a session? Can it be made up?

• How is student progress measured?

• How will you inform me of my child’s progress?

• Will my child’s teacher(s) be involved?

• Is there homework?

• Is transportation provided? By the provider? By the district? By the school?

• As a parent, if I am unhappy with the instructional services that the provider is rendering, am I

able to change providers?

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Choosing a Supplemental Educational Service (SES) Provider Worksheet

Note to parents: Use this form to help you choose tutoring services for your child. Ask providers these questions and write their answers on this form to help you compare your options and choose the provider that can best meet your child’s academic needs. If you would like help in choosing a provider, contact your child’s school or Crystal Lottig at 803-774-5500, ext. 123, or email [email protected] .

Questions to Ask Providers

Provider Name Provider Name Provider Name Provider Name

Where and when is tutoring provided?

Is transportation provided?

How many times a week?

How many total sessions? How long are the tutoring sessions?

What type of instruction – individual, small group, or large group? What subject areas are offered?

Who will provide the tutoring? What are their qualifications?

How do I know your services are effective?

How would you inform me about my child’s progress?

Adapted from SES in Action: A Toolkit for Parents and Community Leaders, developed by the Supplemental Educational Services Quality Center, July 2005.

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LIST OF PROVIDERS

Academic Achievement Academy Basic Learning Skills

Learning Key Aim to Attain Educational Services Brain Hurricane

Oasis of Love Deliverance MInistries

Appletree Learning LLC C & M Learning Center

Creative Solutions Consulting Services

Providers’ Summary Pages follow in alphabetical order

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY

Local Contact Person: Deborah Kingsberry Accommodates students with disabilities.

Address: PO Box 29200 7201 Hillbourn Dr Does NOT provide transportation TO sessions.

Charlotte, NC 28229 Does NOT provide transportation FROM sessions.

Phone: 704-536 9007 Does NOT work with multilingual students.

Fax: 704-536 9828

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: http://www.Academicachievementacademy.us

Estimated Start Date for Services: 12/2/2013

Provider Description: The goal of AAA is to provide students k-8 tutorial services which allow students to achieve in raising academic, social, emotional and physical development to reach their greatest potential. AAA tutorial services can enhance students’ academic performance by providing support and encouragement to reach their grade levels and proficiency to master skills needed to pass the end of grade and course standards. Tutoring services include language arts, reading, writing, and math in grades K-8. Lessons are designed to meet individual needs based on their assessment data. Parents are updated on their child’s academic progress through biweekly progress reports AAA is dedicated to hiring qualified tutors and tutors aides The recruitment process will begin with recruiting tutors and aides from Title One schools. Tutors must have at least a bachelor’s degree and AAA seeks certified teachers. Tutoring aides will have an Associate’s degree or must have completed two years of course work toward a degree in any field. The first choice will be given to applicants who are certified teachers with classroom experience. Degrees and / or certifications include

Elementary (k-6) Certification, Middle Grades (6-8)-Language Art and Mathematics Certification, and also Reading Specialist Certifications. In addition AAA seeks Tutors with Exceptional Children’s Certifications, English as a Second Language Certifications, and Speech and Language Pathologist Certification. AAA is committed to hiring qualified tutors who contribute to the delivery of differentiated instruction to all learners. Exceptional Children and English as a Second Language are served by AAA as well. Hiring tutors with the above certification lends to AAAs ability to produce significant growth in student achievement and learning. Students IEPs are read and used to ensure all learning needs are being met. Students testing modifications and in class modifications will be used daily to provide instruction. AAA has found that well designed tutoring programs that utilize certified teachers and non-professionals are effective in improving children’s reading and math skills. The key instructional practices and lesson design elements of the AAA Program have been solely based on scientifically- based research models. Each instructional element and tool used was chosen based on the evidence that it supports improving academic achievement. In the first year of service in SC, AAA tutored 47 students in Sumter. Of these students, they improved from pre to post testing on the average of 10.3% in math and 13% in reading after 20-25 hours of direct group instruction. By comparison, the same students demonstrated average growth by 3.4% in math and 7.4% in reading on the MAP test for the district. This is based on available Sumter School District test data posted in Cayen. In the first year of service in SC, AAA tutored 30 students in Greenwood 50. Of these students, they improved from pre to post testing on the average of 38.8% in math and 15.4% in reading after 20-25 hours of direct group instruction. By comparison, the same students demonstrated average growth by 1.4% in math and 6.9% in reading on the MAP test for the district. This is based on available Greenwood 50 District test data posted in Cayen.

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program. AAA is a tutoring service in language arts, reading, writing, and math in grades K-8. Sessions are 120 minutes, 2 days a week for 5 weeks; 10 sessions of instruction or 120 minutes 1 day a week for 10 sessions. Students are offered 20 hours of instruction. Group ratio is 8:1 or one on one. AAA offers tutoring in schools, offsite, or in home. Qualifications- Tutor-4 year degree in English, Math or related fields, 3 references and criminal background checks, SC Teaching License with 2-3 years of experience, Aide- 2 years of college courses, Site Coordinator-Teaching License, AAA teachers/tutors undergo 4 to 8 hours of training. Program materials are customized to work in connection with each student’s current coursework. The last three years AAA provided tutorial services to over 1200 students in North Carolina using Options Tutorial Materials. More than 70% of the students grew 20% from pre-test to post test, while the other 30% grew at least 10% still reaching significant growth.

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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY

What is the minimum number of students per school you will agree to serve? 5

Session

Number Curriculum Subjects Grades Dates

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Large Group 12163-1 Options Reading/Math English Language Arts, Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $55.00 300 9 7:1 12163-2 Options Reading/Math English Language Arts, Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $55.00 300 9 7:1 12163-5 Options Reading/Math English Language Arts, Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $55.00 300 9 7:1 12163-6 Options Reading/Math English Language Arts, Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $55.00 300 9 7:1 12163-3 Options Reading/Math English Language Arts, Math 6, 7, 8 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $55.00 300 9 7:1 12163-4 Options Reading/Math English Language Arts, Math 6, 7, 8 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $55.00 300 9 7:1

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AIM TO ATTAIN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, LLC

Local Contact Person: Tiffany Murphy Makes accommodations/modifications for students with disabilities.

Address: 6650 Rivers Avenue Individualizes curriculum for special needs students.

North Charleston, SC 29406 Provides transportation TO all sessions, if needed.

Phone: 1-888-774-1113 Provides transportation FROM all sessions, if needed.

Fax: 1-888-743-0004 Works with multilingual students: Spanish. Our company hires

E-mail: [email protected] Spanish speaking tutors.

Website: http://www.aimtoattain.com

Provider Description

WHO IS AIM TO ATTAIN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES?

Aim to Attain was FOUNDED BY A CERTIFIED CLASSROOM TEACHER who believes that failure is not an option! We have been providing free tutoring to students in South Carolina for nearly 5 YEARS! We believe that ALL children can succeed despite ANY odds that they may be up against. In 2013, our test data reported that we have a 90.29%

SUCCESS RATE! Students taking the Achieve Test showed an average INCREASE of 23.40% in MATH and a 22.80% INCREASE in ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS!

It is our mission to give students the necessary educational tools that they need in order to become productive citizens and LIFELONG LEARNERS. We seek to do this by creating INNOVATIVE LESSONS that cater to unique learning styles and by providing nurturing staff that develop positive, student-teacher relationships that INCREASE STUDENTS SELF CONFIDENCE. We want ALL children to realize that if you AIM for your goals, there is no limit as TO what you can ATTAIN!

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

Aside from our engaging lessons, one of the things that make us different is our OPEN DOOR POLICY FOR PARENTS. We believe that in order for students to truly be successful, there must be joint cooperation from both the tutors and parents. We encourage parents to sit in on any of our tutorial sessions. Being able to sit in on your child's tutorial lessons will give you more insight on the skills in which your child needs additional help. Therefore, you can provide additional help at home on improving these skills once the tutor leaves.

WHAT DO WE PROVIDE?

We provide instruction in READING/LANGUAGE ARTS AND MATH for students in GRADES K-8. We use research-based best practices that are aligned with the state standards in order to guide instruction. Our techniques have a proven track record for preparing children to become successful when taking the PASS test. We provide 1-on-1 instruction as well as small group instruction with up to an 8:1 student/teacher ratio. Our tutorial sessions are held after school, 2 days per week and last 1-2 hours per session. We provide tutoring in HOMES, SCHOOLS, LIBRARIES, LOCAL CHURCHES, and COMMUNITY CENTERS. Our goal is to make our services easily accessible to both parents and students. To help better serve you, we also offer tutorial on Saturdays.

DO YOU HAVE A STUDENT WITH SPECIAL NEEDS?

If so, we have staff members who have been fully trained to work with your child. We know what it takes for students with disabilities to learn and we provide it. We are experienced in serving students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, autism, mild cognitive disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, emotional disorders, cerebral palsy, schizophrenia, and other health impairments. OUR FOCUS IS STUDENT SUCCESS! Let us help prepare your child for the future!

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program.

Founded by a CERTIFIED TEACHER, Aim to

Attain knows what it takes to get positive results! Our lessons are highly engaging, hands-on, and THEY

WORK! In 2013, our test data reported that we have a 90.29% SUCCESS RATE! Students taking the Achieve

Test showed an average INCREASE of 23.40% in MATH and a 22.80% INCREASE in

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS!

* We provide 20 hours of tutoring in Reading/Language Arts OR Math for grades K-8.

* We provide both IN-HOME (1:1) and SMALL GROUP (up to 8:1) tutoring in HOMES, SCHOOLS,

LIBRARIES, CENTERS, and CHURCHES.

* Sessions are held 2 days per week for 1-2 hours a day.

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AIM TO ATTAIN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, LLC

* Parents receive MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORTS.

* Our Family Engagement Specialist communicates with parents regularly to ensure that you are HAPPY

WITH THE SERVICES received and researches any community outreach programs that may be available to

benefit your child academically.

* We also tutor students with disabilities.

We will serve a minimum of 1 student per school.

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Individual 11168-1 Coach, STAMS, STARS, 100+, Ready C.C., Buckle Down English Language Arts, Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K 12/3/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.37 1000 10 1:1 Large Group 11168-3 Coach, STAMS, STARS, 100+, Ready C.C., Buckle Down English Language Arts, Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K 12/3/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.37 1000 10 6-8:1 11168-4 Coach, STAMS, STARS, 100+, Ready C.C., Buckle Down English Language Arts, Math, Reading 6, 7, 8 12/3/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.37 1000 10 6-8:1 Small Group 11168-2 Coach, STAMS, STARS, 100+, Ready C.C., Buckle Down English Language Arts, Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K 12/3/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.37 1000 10 2-5:1

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APPLETREE LEARNING LLC

Local Contact Person: Archana Singh Accommodates students with disabilities.

Address: 130 Tanniger Lane Individualizes curriculum for special needs students.

Orangeburg, SC 29118 Transportation is provided TO some sessions.

Phone: 803-747-3290 Transportation is provided FROM some sessions

Fax: 803-516-0058 .

Estimated Start Date: 12/2/2013

Comments: Transportation is available at some locations.

Comments: Instruction is provided for multilingual students in some sessions in Spanish.

Appletree Learning offers tutoring in math and ELA/Reading for grades K-12. Services are provided after school in homes, schools, churches and online to students from all backgrounds. Parents can choose 1:1 or small group sessions. We will provide a minimum of 20 hours of tutoring. In select districts, we will provide transportation. Our curriculum is completely aligned with South Carolina state standards and incorporates McGraw/Hill SRA and Triumph Learning intervention curriculum tools including workbooks, manipulatives,

assessment tools, and progress monitoring for all grade levels in math and ELA/Reading.. Our strategies include explicit and systematic instruction. The Reading program provides extensive coverage of two of the key pillars of early literacy identified by the National Reading Panel: vocabulary and reading comprehension. Fluency is addressed by guided and repeated oral reading. ELA approaches reflect the interdependence of mechanics and writing. The math books review all of the NCTM strands or domains and support an investigation

and problem-centered approach and problem-solving activities. Our tutorials are modules with direct instruction and practice interactions. Students are given pre and post assessment tests to measure their achievement and mastery tests to track progress. We connect the state standards to specific daily lessons, activities, educational games, and hands-on manipulatives. These are especially helpful to meet the needs of the special population. We interview and consult those parents and the student. Special Ed teachers are on staff and IEPs are consulted.

Bilingual teachers are on staff to address ELL families. We introduce our program to the school Principal, teachers and district personnel. They are also provided with regular and frequent feedback on the child's progress. Area coordinators will communicate with school personnel to assure attendance, safety, and transportation. Our tutors are certified teachers, or professionals with a bachelor’s degree or higher. They receive extensive and ongoing training in effective instruction, assessment, and progress monitoring. They are required to have previous supplemental tutoring experience and must pass background checks. Most of the teachers will be from the local schools. These materials and methods of instruction, with our

highly qualified teachers, have proven to be highly effective in raising test scores. In 2011, Appletree served 712 SES students; 89 % of those had an increase, averaging 49%, in their pre to post test scores At Easterling Elementary in Marion County, average scores on Exam View pre- and post-tests increased from 43.75 to 83.6. Our teacher, a special education veteran, was very pleased with the results and reported near perfect student attendance and positive parent feedback. In 2012-13, we provided SES tutoring to 35 students (ELA/Reading

and Math) in South Carolina. Exam View assessment test scores for 89% of the students increased; the average increase for all grade levels was 42% in math and 38% in Reading. The 2012-13 MAP scores indicated a student growth for 87% of the students that took the test in math and Reading. The MAP scores increased by at least one grade point equivalent or were at grade level for 86% of the students in Reading and for 88% of the students in math.

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program. Appletree offers tutoring in math and ELA/Reading for grades K-12. Services are provided after school in homes, schools, churches, and online. Student to tutor ratio for online sessions is 1:1. For small group sessions, it is 5:1. We will provide a minimum of 20 hours of tutoring and 10 classes. Classes will meet 2-3 times a week and will be for 1-2 hours each. At some locations, we will provide transportation. Our strategies include explicit and systematic instruction. We use McGraw/Hill and Triumph Learning intervention tools. Special Ed teachers are on staff and IEPs are consulted. Bilingual teachers are also on staff. Our tutors are certified teachers, or professionals with a bachelor’s degree or higher. These materials and methods of instruction, with our highly qualified teachers, have proven to be highly effective in raising test scores. In 2011, Appletree served 712 students; 89 % of those had an average 49% increase in their pre to post test scores.

What is the minimum number of students per school you will agree to serve?

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APPLETREE LEARNING LLC

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Online 12621-3 Math and ELA/Reading English Language Arts, Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 3 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 500 10 1:1 Small Group 12621-1 Math and ELA/Reading English Language Arts, Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 3 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 400 10 5;1 12621-2 Math and ELA/Reading English Language Arts, Math, Reading 6, 7, 8 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 3 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 500 10 5:1

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BASIC LEARNING SKILLS

Local Contact Person: Roy Kennix Accommodates students with disabilities.

Address: 2774 First St. Individualizes curriculum for special needs students.

Fort Meyers, FL 33916 Does NOT provide transportation TO sessions.

Phone: 239-332-3480 Does NOT provide transportation FROM sessions.

E-mail: [email protected] Serves multilingual students: Spanish

Website: http://basiclearningskills.com

Basic Learning Skills, Inc. is a Florida based provider of Supplemental Education Services providing tutorial services to students in grades K-12 in either Reading/Language Arts or Mathematics. We design a program based on the South Carolina curriculum skills the student requires to fulfill their educational benchmarks. The students’ areas for opportunity for improvement are identified through a pretest as designed by Achieve using the Options Publishing series. We use subject area credentialed teachers and/or certified paraprofessionals as tutors. We keep the parents informed of their students’ progress, as well as the school administrator and homeroom teacher, so that we can meet the most pressing needs of the student in the subject area for which we are providing tutoring. Basic Learning Skills has tutored close to 4,000 students with well over 80% of our students making significant learning gains. Basic Learning Skills Inc has created an evidence-based system to identify and support SES students. Our student success and retention is dispersed across a wide range of roles and responsibilities. We provide academic instructions that boost student achievement. Our

instructions are tailored to each student's specific needs that will compliment and extend classroom instruction and help to contribute to reaching standards on state assessments. We communicate with homeroom teachers, parents, and athletic coordinators/coaches to ensure our students are performing well in and outside of the classroom. We maintain

communication and positive relationships with parents, ensuring students consistent participation. Basic Learning Skills has developed a bridge between key community providers and local faith community representatives. Our commitment to our students coupled with parental involvement, persistence, measurable/achievable goals and quality instructors helps retain our students

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program

Basic Learning Skills, Inc.(BLS) will use Triumph

Learning and Coach as curriculum materials for mathematics and reading, serving grades K-8. We tutor in two

hour sessions twice a week for a total of 20 hours. BLS offers large group tutoring (1:6-8), small group (1:2-5),

individual (1:1). All tutors must possess at least 60 hours of college credit and many have advanced degrees and

teaching licensure. Each tutor goes through an application process. After hire, each tutor is required to complete

comprehensive training. All students are administered a pre-test at their current grade level. The student's

individual learning plan evolves from analysis of the pre-test and input from school officials and parents.

Written reports are provided to parents, schools, and districts on a monthly basis. In our seven years of

providing tutoring, over 80% of our students have demonstrated gains in reading and math.

What is the minimum number of students per school you will agree to serve? Five (5)

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Large Group 12340-5

Triumph (Just Right Reading,Connecting Vocabulary) Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 1/17/2014 Tu, Th 2:45 PM-4:45 PM 2 $50.37 100 10 8:1 12340-19 Triumph(Approach and Connect, Buckle Down) Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 1/17/2014 Tu, Th 2:45 PM-4:45 PM 2 $50.37 100 10 8:1 12340-1 Triumph (Best Practices,Connecting Vocabulary) Reading 6, 7, 8 12/2/2013- 1/17/2014 M, W 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $50.37 100 10 8:1 12340-2 Triumph Learning (Buckle Down Math Workbook) Math 6, 7, 8 12/2/2013- 1/17/2014 M, W 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $50.37 100 10 8:1

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BASIC LEARNING SKILLS

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Small Group 12340-17

Triumph (Just Right Reading, Connecting Vocabulary) Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 1/17/2014 Tu, Th 2:45 PM-4:45 PM 2 $50.37 100 10 2:1 12340-18 Triumph(Approach and

Connect, Buckle Down) Math

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 1/17/2014 Tu, Th 2:45 PM-4:45 PM 2 $50.37 100 10 2:1 12340-3

Triumph Learning (Best

Practices in Reading) Reading 6, 7, 8

12/2/2013- 1/17/2014 M, W 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $50.37 100 10 2:1 12340-4 Triumph(Buckle Down,

Approach and Connect) Math 6, 7, 8

12/2/2013- 1/17/2014 M, W 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $50.37 100 10 2:1

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BRAIN HURRICANE

Local Contact Person: Soraya McCloud Accommodates students with disabilities.

Address: 1 East Erie 480 Individualizes curriculum for special needs students.

Chicago, IL 60611-2792 Does NOT provide transportation TO sessions.

Fax: 888-393-1080 E-mail: [email protected] service,

Website: http://www.brainhurricane.com Serves multilingual students: Spanish

Comments: Should many students that enroll with us need this Brain Hurricane will consider offering transportation.

Comments: Should a parent request a specific language, Brain Hurricane will accommodate.

Brain Hurricanes Kindergarten through 8th grade tutoring program is different from other programs because Brain

Hurricane uses interactive activities and lessons to teach math and reading in a FUN way, either on computers or in small group settings. After a long day in school, Brain Hurricane believes that the best way to keep students interested in learning is to make learning fun and collaborative, while still delivering content aligned to standards. Brain Hurricane has provided services to over 50,000 students throughout the United States since 2002 and has a proven track record of improving math and reading test scores for mainstream students, students with disabilities, and English language learners. Brain Hurricane services can be provided at your child's school or a location nearby.

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program. Brain Hurricane provides group instruction in reading/ELA and math on-site, providing engaging constructivist activities where students use creative and critical thinking skills. Since the 2001-02 school year, we have served more than 42,000 academically/economically disadvantaged students. We have demonstrated a clear record of effectiveness in improving academic performance of Title I students, at-risk students, ELL, and SWD. In 2010/11 2,273 K-8th grade students completed our SES program along with a pre and post assessment (ITBS). Of these students, 72.1% showed improvement on their post ITBS ELA assessment after completing our program; these outcomes were statistically significant (P<0.001). We will provide 20 hours of service and will determine a schedule with parents. Our staff includes local certified teachers, highly qualified paraprofessionals, and well-trained aides.

What is the minimum number of students per school you will agree to serve? We do not have a minimum number.

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Large Group 12341-2 Brain Hurricane Curriculum English Language Arts, Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K, PreK 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.38 8000 0 6-8:1 12341-1 Brain Hurricane Curriculum English Language Arts, Math 6, 7, 8 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.38 8000 0 6-8:1

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C & M LEARNING CENTER

Local Contact Person: Debra Ulmer Makes accommodations for students with disabilities.

Address: 227 Cherry Hill Road Individualizes curriculum for special needs students.

Orangeburg, SC 29115 Provides transportation TO all sessions.

Phone: 803-535-4142 Provides transportation FROM all sessions.

Fax: 803-535-4142 Serves multilingual students at some sessions: Spanish

Estimated Start Date for Services: 12/2/2013

Comments: C&M Learning Center will provide transportation to the site for tutoring, as well as to students' residence after tutoring has ended per session. Transportation will also be provided to and from C&M Learning Center for Saturday tutoring. Some parents may prefer to provide transportation to and from the tutoring site for their children.

Comments: An instructor will be available to tutor the Spanish speaking students in reading and math.

C&M Learning Center is a twelve-year-old, non-profit, 501c3 status educational facility located in rural Orangeburg County. The facility provides a full academic program for all students, which includes students with disabilities: autism, specific learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities (mild mental retardation), and/or emotional and behavioral disorders in a safe, drug free environment that is conducive for learning. C&M Learning Center employs innovative, motivated, highly qualified and certified teachers and tutors including a special education consultant. We offer content specific, common core state standards-based and computer-assisted instruction. Teachers enhance the learning process and incorporate instruction through the three primary learning modalities auditory, visual and tactile kinesthetic. Our teachers

communicate weekly with the students, parents and/or teachers and maintain daily logs of students’ progress and make recommendations for additional growth.

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program. C&M Learning Center offers an academic program to students in grades K-12. Large group (1:6-8), small group (1:2-5) and individual tutorial (1:1) is provided for

reading/English language arts and math, Monday-Friday-2 hours per session, Saturday-4 hours per session, maximum 6 hours per week, at an average of 13 sessions. Our instructors and tutors are required to provide tutorial/enrichment based on state-identified common core standards. Parents are provided with regular progress reports of students’ performance. Over 98% of C&M students have made significant progress on weekly assignments, and standardized tests for the past 6 years. All instructors are required to meet the mandates for South Carolina teacher certification. All college student tutors must have a GPA of at least 3.0, with evidence of maintaining satisfactory status, must demonstrate evidence of

community service, and model a respectful conduct at all times. A special education consultant is available as needed.

What is the minimum number of students per school you will agree to serve? 1

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Individual 12620-1 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $45.00 30 11 1:1 12620-3 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $45.00 30 11 1:1 12620-5 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $45.00 30 11 1:1

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C & M LEARNING CENTER

Large Group 12620-7 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $40.00 30 12 6-8:1 12620-8 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $40.00 30 12 6-8:1 12620-9 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $40.00 30 12 6-8:1 Small Group 12620-2 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $40.00 30 12 5:1 12620-4 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $40.00 30 12 5:1 12620-6 SC Standards and/or Common Core Standards Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 Tu, Th 3:15 PM-5:15 PM 2 $40.00 30 12

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CREATIVE SOLUTIONS CONSULTING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

Local Contact Person: Linda Kennedy Does NOT make accommodations for students with disabilities.

Address: 1402 Flint Hill Street Does NOT individualize curriculum for special needs students.

Rock Hill, SC 29730 Does NOT provide transportation TO sessions.

Fax: 803-324-4316 Does NOT serve multilingual students.

Comments: We will work with individual families to ensure that their child is safe while awaiting transportation. We will address transportation needs on an individual basis.

Provider Description: Creative Solutions Consulting Educational Services SES program offers 20 hours of direct face to face tutoring sessions in ELA, reading and math for grades K-8 students. Students will receive tutoring two times a week for 2 hours. We will be located at libraries, community centers or churches. The curriculum will be PASS Coach, STARS and STAMS. Tutoring is based upon pretest scores, MAP data and individualized learning plans. Creative Solutions Consulting Educational Services is a team oriented educational service drawing on over 30 years of experience in the public school setting. Our staff works with students, families and schools to help identify and address students’ academic problem areas. Recognizing that each individual is unique, we offer services on a one on one or group basis. Thoughtful and professional guidance is provided throughout our program. Our team work model allows us to put into action realistic and collaborated efforts to move students toward academic success.

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program. Creative Solutions Consulting offers 20 hours of direct face tutoring sessions in ELA/reading and math for K-8 students. Students will receive individualized or group tutoring two times a week based upon their student learning plans, pretest, and/or MAP scores. Each session is 2 hours. Students will also receive a post-test to determine gains. Our curriculum will be PASS Coach, STARS and STAMS. These materials align with the district's and state's academic standards. We have a 7:1 ratio. Our staff includes certified or retired teachers and paraprofessionals who are familiar with the districts' and state's academic standards, and federal guidelines for special needs students. Students in our program show academic gains. 96% of our students averaged 6.37 point increase in ELA and 4.68 point math increase from pre-test to post test. Average MAP scores increased by 11.98 in ELA and 12.86 points in math. Learning gains indicate that students in our program improved by at least 10%.

What is the minimum number of students per school you will agree to serve? 1

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Individual 11201-2 Strategies to Achieve Reading Success, PASS Coach English Language Arts, Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 700 10 1:1 Large Group 11201-1 Strategies to Achieve Reading Success, PASS Coach, English Language Arts, Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 700 10 7:1 Small Group 11201-3 Strategies To Achieve Reading Success, PASS Coach English Language Arts, Math, Reading 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 700 10

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LEARNING KEY

Local Contact Person: Lee DeMartino Accommodates students with disabilities.

Address: 2037 Cleveland Street Ext Individualizes curriculum for special needs students.

Greenville, SC 29607 Provides transportation TO all sessions.

Phone: 864-313-7050 Provides transportation FROM all sessions.

Fax: 864-288-5184 Serves multilingual students: Spanish

Comments:

Learning Key tutoring will provide transportation from the student's school to the student's home.

Services Offered - The Learning Key (TLK) specializes in reading or math tutoring for students in grades K-8. TLK uses a step-by-step approach to identifying student needs combined with nationally normed diagnostic tests, research-based learning materials, individualized lesson plans, communication with the school district, and a motivational system to increase student achievement. TLK starts by contacting parents to start developing a student learning plan. Next, each child's needs are identified with comprehensive assessments and parent/teacher input. Needs are broken down into specific state standards. Program content for reading students concentrates on vocabulary, comprehension, and phonics. Program content for math students concentrates on computation and concepts including place value, algebra, geometry, fractions, decimals, and word problems. Lessons are auditory and verbal and include kinesthetic activities that promote learning for all students, especially struggling learners. Students participate and are actively engaged throughout the session working independently and with peers; reading and solving problems orally; writing on white boards and journals; asking and answering questions. Tutoring sessions are held after school and on Saturday mornings at select locations. Students attend tutoring for 2 to 6 hours per week. TLK tutors in the student's school or in off-campus locations such as local churches, libraries and community centers. At most locations TLK provides transportation home using district or TLK buses. Teachers work directly with students in a student to teacher ratio of 5:1 or less. TLK provides from 20 to 30 hours of tutoring depending on the partnering school district. Students receive periodic progress reports as well as a final test. TLK interfaces with school administrators and teachers to identify student needs and to ensure alignment with student goals. Although the main focus is on improving a child's basic reading and math skills, learning has to be fun. A system of motivation teaches students to set goals. Students look forward to attending, gain a positive outlook on their education, and build self-confidence. Students who complete the program attend the final graduation ceremony with parents and family members. At the ceremony students are recognized individually for their academic achievements during the program and presented with a Certificate of Completion.

Qualification of Staff - Approximately 95% of TLK instructors are certified teachers, most of whom are hired from the qualifying SES schools where the services are provided. In some areas where certified teachers cannot be located, paraprofessionals from the school or college graduates are employed. All instructors are interviewed and must

demonstrate a positive attitude, a willingness to go the extra mile to help students succeed, and a strong track record in tutoring. SLED checks are run prior to employment. Learning Key instructors are required to successfully complete TLK certification training involving three hours of on-site training in using the TLK learning system and in working with SES students. Once tutoring begins, the on-site Education Director monitors the quality of each tutoring table and the

instructor's daily use of the TLK learning system. Every two weeks a meeting of instructors is held after tutoring to review instructor performance and answer questions. TLK communicates with principals or SES coordinators to ensure that the instructors are aligned with the school's objectives.

Evidence of Effectiveness - TLK began providing SES tutoring services during the 2003-04 school year. To date over 6500 students have completed the TLK tutoring program. During the 2012-2013 school year, TLK operated in 19 South Carolina school districts. Each participant was given a pretest and a posttest using the California Achievement Test or the Iowa Test of Basic Skills. MAP scores were also recorded. Data was collected and the results submitted to the state for the 2012-13 session showing that student test scores consistently showed gains. 86% of TLK students who completed the program showed an average increase of 12 points on their MAP scores from fall 2012 to spring 2013. 80% of these same students showed an average increase of one half grade level on their ITBS/CAT5 pre and post assessments. Data collected from student report cards and progress reports also show improvement.

Successful Students Satisfied Parents: TLK values parent involvement from start to finish. Parents are included in the process of developing the student's Individual Academic Plan (IAP). Parents receive initial test results, periodic progress reports, and final test results. Satisfaction surveys show that parents rate the program as excellent or very good. Over the last 10 years Learning Key has tutored over 6500 successful students in South Carolina.

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LEARNING KEY

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program. Learning Key offers reading or math tutoring for grades PreK-8. Our skills assessment and parent/teacher input are used to prepare customized lessons focused on the student's individual needs. Tutoring is after school for 2 to 6 hours /week. LK tutors in 1 hour sessions. Snacks are served. Low student to teacher ratio of 5:1. Most LK instructors are certified teachers. Transportation is provided. 20 hours of tutoring is offered. Parents receive pre and post test results plus progress reports. Students receive Star Student certificates and advance an average of 1/2 grade level or more. Certificates of Completion are presented at a graduation ceremony attended by family members. Parents rate the Learning Key program as excellent! LK has tutored more than 6500 students in SC over the last 10 years. Students learn to set goals, look forward to attending, gain a positive outlook on education, and build self-confidence.

What is the minimum number of students per school you will agree to serve? Three (3)

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Small Group 11210-1 Learning Key Proprietary Learning System English Language Arts, Math 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K, PreK 12/2/2013- 5/2/2014 2 Day(s) TBD 1 $50.37 500 20 5:1

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OASIS OF LOVE DELIVERANCE MINISTRIES

Makes accommodations for students with disabilities. Individualizes curriculum for special needs students. Does NOT provide transportation TO sessions. Does NOT provide transportation FROM sessions. Serves multilingual students: French, Spanish

Local Contact Person: Iris Troy

Address: 640 NW 183rd St. Miami, FL 33169

Phone: 305-502-8039

Website: http://oasisoflovedeliveranceministries.com

Oasis is a tutoring company that offers remediation as well as enrichment to all students. Our teachers use strategies that are designed based on the students' academic needs. Each student has an individual learning plan with our company. Our goal is to make learning fun for our students. Using techniques that are guaranteed to bring success help us to make each student achieve learning gains.

Our curriculum is based on the state's standards and through the use of technology and our individualized plan all students’ needs are met.

Essential test taking skills are addressed with varying practice tests to get students ready for the exam as well as provide them with the lifelong skills needed to be successful. The teachers/tutors will work with groups of two to three students in 30 minute increments; students will be given tasks to work on independently; also they will be given the ability to work on the computer (educational software programs) or to complete other assigned independent work. This differentiated instruction will be implemented for each lesson except when there is an assessment.

In 1000 characters or less, please describe your program. Oasis of Love Deliverance Ministries provides tutoring services from Grades K 12 in Mathematics and Reading. The company offers 21 hours of tutoring to the students who sign up with them, however, these students have unlimited access to our online program which covers all core subjects until May 2014.

We offer a variety of instruction small group with a maximum of four (4 )students to one tutor; one student to one tutor for individual tutoring. Large Group tutoring will have a maximum of six (6) students to one tutor.

Computer Based instruction is also offered to students who are in remote locations or if parents so desire this option. There will be tutor assistance for students whenever they log onto this program via telephone or web chat from our program.

Tutors will be certified teachers or have over 60 credit hours.

Oasis has been rated excellent by the Florida Department of Education for three consecutive years. The company has a success rate of 95% learning gains.

What is the minimum number of students per school you will agree to serve? 5 per county

Session

Days of Week Time Hours per Class Hourly Rate Seats Number of Classes Student: Tutor Ratio Individual 12690-2 Study Island and Triumph Learning Reading 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 1 $50.00 1 0 1:1 12690-7 Study Island and Triumph Learning Math 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 1 0 1:1 Large Group 12690-4 Study Island and Triumph Learning Math 3, 4, 5 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 1 $50.00 6 0 6:1 12690-3 Study Island and Triumph Learning Math 6, 7, 8 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 4 0 4:1

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OASIS OF LOVE DELIVERANCE MINISTRIES

12690-5

Study Island and Triumph

Learning Reading 6, 7, 8 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 6 0 6:1 Small Group 12690-8

Study Island and Triumph Learning Math, Reading 3, 4, 5 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 4 0 4:1 12690-1

Study Island and Triumph

Learning Reading 6, 7, 8 9/26/2012- 5/30/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 4 0 4:1 12690-6

Study Island and Triumph Learning Math, Reading 6, 7, 8 9/25/2012- 6/6/2013 2 Day(s) TBD 2 $50.00 4 0

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Caring

Communicating

Connecting

SES PARENT

GUIDE

Sumter School District

Department of Federal &

External Programs

Contact Crystal Lottig for more

information…

Phone > (803) 774-5500, ext. 123

Email > [email protected]

www.

sumterschools.

net

Free Tutoring for

Cherryvale Elementary

& Mayewood Middle

School Students

Ask providers questions about their tutoring services:

• What programs are available for my child?

• How often will tutoring be provided?

• Where will the tutoring take place?

• How many total sessions are offered?

• Who will be tutoring my child?

• What are their qualifications?

• What type of instruction will be provided - one on one, small group, large group?

• Will transportation be provided?

• How do I know the services are effective?

3. ENROLL



Fill out, sign and return the completed enrollment form. Make sure you have selected your top three providers.

 Sumter School District will contact you once your child has been placed with a

Supplemental Educational Services Provider. Note: There are two SES enrollment periods for parents.

• 1st Enrollment Deadline: November 11, 2013 • 2nd Enrollment Deadline: February 7, 2014

HOW TO SIGN UP FOR SES

1. DECIDE

Decide whether or not you want SES for your child. This service is free to families.

2. SELECT

Review the list of approved SES providers and their description of services and qualifications. Choose a provider that will best meet the needs of your child. Each company hires different types of tutors. Some have all certified teachers; some may hire those with a college degree or a paraprofessional. What will best meet your child’s needs?

• Most teachers in your school are highly qualified and certified.

• A paraprofessional refers to someone who works in the school as an assistant to a teacher. Paraprofessionals are highly qualified if they have two years of college and/or passed a required test.

Cherryvale Elementary Parents:

Enroll now or attend the Provider’s Fair at Cherryvale Elementary School on

January 23, 2014 from 3:00 – 5:30 p.m.

to learn more about each provider.

Mayewood Middle School Parents: Enroll now or attend the Provider’s Fair at Mayewood Middle School on

January 23, 2014 , from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. to learn more about each provider.

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What is SES?

Supplemental Educational

Services is free tutoring

provided under the No Child

Left Behind (NCLB) Act.

Supplemental Educational

Services, or SES as it is

often referred to, is extra help

for your child, such as

tutoring before or after the

regular school day. There is

no charge to you for these

services. These services are

designed to increase your

child’s learning skills with

reading, language arts, or

mathematics.

At least once a month, your provider will send you a progress report. You should review these reports. Progress reports tell you about your child’s academic progress in the tutoring program.

Your child may be eligible if

he or she:

• attends Cherryvale

Elementary School, a

Title I school that has

been identified as a

Focus School; or

• attends Mayewood

Middle School, a Title I

school that has been

identified as a Priority

School.

How do I

know if my

child is

eligible?

Student learning plan

development

The Student Learning Plan, or SLP, is a document that describes the SES provider’s plan for tutoring your child and is created by the district, provider and parent. The SLP will include achievement goals, information on the number of tutoring sessions, when and where sessions will be held, tutoring subject(s), academic needs of your child, the program your provider will use, and information about when you will receive updates through progress reports.

The provider will schedule a time to meet with you and the school district to develop the learning plan for your child. You are a very important part of creating the goals for your child’s tutoring sessions.

Assessment & testing

Progress Reports

Now that my child is

enrolled…

SES

Addressing the

academic needs

of our students…

Free

tutoring

Brochure content is adapted from the SES Parent Guide created by the Florida Department of Education, Bureau of StudentAssistance, www.fldoe.org/flbpso

The provider will review your child’s testing information to learn about your child’s academic needs. The provider may need to schedule another

assessment time with you.

Transportation

You may need to make plans to transport your child to and from tutoring. Know when and where your child's SES sessions are, and make sure a guardian will be there to pick up your child if transportation is not available from your provider.