Differentiated Learning

The SST partners closely with teachers and parents to design academic growth opportunities for students who learn differently and work to ensure that all students can reach their full potential. Members of the SST are highly trained and regularly use their expertise to guide teachers in differentiating instruction. They also routinely partner with school counselors to address social-emotional matters that can coexist with learning challenges.

In the Lower School, the team is comprised of two reading specialists, a speech and language pathologist, and a counselor. Specialists work with individual students, small groups, and classroom teachers to provide evidence-based intervention for students who learn differently. The counselor works closely with specialists, classroom teachers, and parents to support students' social-emotional development, mental health, and behavioral needs. 

 

In the Middle School, the team is comprised of two math specialists, two literacy specialists, and a counselor who works alongside teachers to provide extra support for students. Specialists work with students in group and individual settings to address specific student needs, as well as weekly meetings with content teachers to collaborate on differentiating content. Older students are taught and encouraged to advocate for their own needs and build confidence as they become more comfortable with their learning profile. These students are prepared to confidently self-advocate in future educational settings by eighth grade.

The learning specialists are advocates for students and families and serve as on-campus experts. The support team also has well established relationships with outside organizations that provide additional resources for students with diverse learning needs beyond what is offered at school. Together with caring families, committed faculty and outside organizations, we collaborate to best support children throughout their educational journey at Graland.