Learning Support Programs

Our grade level English Foundations classes are designed specifically for students who struggle with language-based learning tasks. The classes are taught in a small group setting by an English teacher who is also a Learning Specialist, and the classes are specifically designed to meet grade-level English curricular goals while addressing each student’s individual learning needs. To build on strengths and bolster weaknesses in reading and writing, the English Foundations teacher differentiates instruction and paces assignments to provide appropriate support for developing skills and academic growth. Space is limited, and admission into the program is dependent on academic screening and noted challenges.  There is an additional fee for this class. 

*Students who need additional support surrounding executive functioning may opt to apply for both English Foundations and Bridge.

The Bridge and Bridge Plus programs help students whose success is hindered by ADHD, executive functioning challenges, or difficulty expressing ideas in writing. Students take a full schedule of classes and meet with a learning specialist in small groups of up to three to help them stay on track, complete assignments, and develop strategies to achieve the success their intelligence merits. This program can serve as a “bridge” as students transition out of the Individualized English program. For some students, it is a bridge from a different academic environment to Solebury’s rigorous, college-preparatory program. For others, it connects a past of good intentions but missed assignments and incomplete work to a brighter future of confidence, competence, and pride in a job well done. To meet students’ needs, we offer several levels of Bridge support: Bridge Plus, which meets nearly every day; Bridge, which meets every other day, and we also offer a trimester-by-trimester Bridge support plan for students who feel they may not need a full year of Bridge support. Space is limited and there are additional fees for these programs.

Solebury offers support classes for students with diagnosed math learning disabilities. Students who have difficulty with math have the opportunity to enroll in our Algebraic Concepts 1, Algebraic Concepts 2, and Geometry Concepts courses to fulfill Solebury’s graduation requirement for mathematics. These small classes help students gain confidence and conquer anxiety, and may include multisensory teaching and appropriate technology.

Learn more about the Math Support Program.

At Solebury, we strive to support all of our learners. While many students benefit from the formal Learning Support programs, others need less intensive and/or less frequent support. For these students, we offer Boost. Between the hours of 3:00 and 3:30 (during our daily Conference period where all teachers are available to work with students), the Learning Support faculty is available for drop-in help, to provide guidance with study strategies, test-taking skills, time management, organization, prioritization, etc. Students can come as needed, or drop in regularly. There is no fee for this support, and all students are welcome!

Every student is assigned a faculty advisor who serves as mentor, advocate, and guide.

The Writing Center is a resource for anyone at any stage in the writing process staffed with teachers to help you. It provides students with access to skilled readers and writers who can give students specific tools catered to their needs. It is one of the best ways to improve their writing is to get one-on-one help with research papers, lab reports, college essays, and creative writing.

Time is built into the schedule four days a week for students to meet with teachers. 

We provide the students with the ability to support their fitness goals while offering greater access to everyone. There are no additional costs associated with fitness classes and group training.

As needed, School Counselor Julie Laing, M.S. helps students work through problems, developing grit and resilience.