Summer Learning Place 2024

WHAT IT IS:

·  A four-week comprehensive, online instructional program for children/youth ages 6-14 with learning difficulties.

·  Curriculum includes academics, social skills, and physical activities.

·  Taught by graduate level teachers certifying in special education.

·  Note: Enrollment is limited to a 5-to-1 student-teacher ratio.

 

 

WHEN IT IS:

·  Tuesday, July 2 through Thursday, July 26, 2024
(Sessions will be held for four weeks, from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Mondays - Thursdays. Note: The first week will be Tuesday and Wednesday only; Weeks 2 through 4 are Monday through Thursday).

 

WHERE IT IS:

·  Location:  ONLINE
Access to the Internet, headphones, webcam, microphone, and printer is required.  A desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone may be used to access the sessions. Please note: Parents will need to check their email before each session begins and print out necessary materials if needed.  The teacher will send a meeting link to parents before each session.

 

COST:

·  The charge to each student who attends is $100 for the four-week program. Some partial scholarships are available.

·  No deposit is required until after a child is accepted into the program.

 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

·  Evaluation of your child's specific learning abilities in academics, learning styles, and personal/social behaviors at the beginning of the program.

·  Assessment of progress made during the program and a final report which may be shared with your child's school.

·  Ongoing communication with your child's Summer Learning Place teacher.

·  Creative teaching and learning opportunities for your child.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

    Contact Beth Garrett at beth.garrett@furman.edu.  You may also leave a message at (864) 294-3083 and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

     Spaces are limited and fill quickly! We encourage you to apply as soon as

     possible. To receive an application, please contact beth.garrett@furman.edu.