The Academy is a before– or after– school intervention program that supports students in first through sixth grade who need extra instruction in reading and mathematics.
Literacy Academy
The Literacy Academy is located at individual school sites. Classes
are held before or after school, depending on the school. Reading
curriculum uses authentic literature, reciprocal teaching, and graphic
organizers to help accelerate student reading growth. Teachers are
certificated and trained in our reading curriculum.
- 2 or 3 days per week
- Before or after school
- 6 students per class
Literacy Academy:
October 15th, 2007 - March 20th, 2008
Holidays:
November: 12th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd
December: 21st - January 4th
January: 19th
February: 15th-19th
Math Academy
The Math Academy, grades 2-5, is held on Saturdays at one of the
PAUSD elementary school sites. Students are grouped with other
children sharing similar difficulties. Each group of no more than
10-15 students works with a certificated teacher and an instructional
aide. Lessons are coordinated with California state standards.
- 3 hours of instruction (2 hours of math, 1 hour of dance or art)
- Saturday mornings
- 10-12 Students per class
Math Academy:
October 13th, 2007 - March 15th, 2008
Holidays:
November: 10th and 24th
December: 22nd, 29th
January: 5th, 19th
February: 16th
Middle
School Math Academy
The Middle School Math Academy Program is held at each of the
three middle schools, for three hours a week. Each group of no
more than 12 students work with a certificated teacher who specializes
in math.
- Classes meet from 3:00-4:30
- 10-12 students per class
October 15th, 2007 - March 20th, 2008
Holidays:
November: 12th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd
December: 21st - January 4th
January:19th
February: 15th-19th
Barbara Lancon, Academy Coordinator
If you have questions, contact the Academy office at (650) 329-3769
or blancon@pausd.org.
Revised November 2007
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