Please note: The Blosser Center generally follows the Portland Public Schools inclement weather policy, however since weather can change rapidly, always check with your tutor.
Summer School
July 10, 2019 –
A summer academic intervention
9:00 AM to 12:30 PM Weekdays in July (M-F, July 1 through July 30, no classes on July 4 or 5)
Our program focuses on building a solid foundation in basic phonics i.e. mastery of letter/sound correspondences and syllables with short vowels, progressing to more advanced reading and spelling skills. In writing, students will practice writing complete sentences and learning the structure of a basic expository paragraph. In the math section, ...
Students with dyslexia need specialized instruction for several years to reach grade level in reading and spelling. The intensity of daily tutoring often gives students a measurable boost or solidifies skills. We will use both diagnostic and standardized tests to monitor progress.