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Supporting Children Who Are Struggling
Academically Wherever there is a child struggling in school, the odds are there are parents struggling to figure out how to find the most effective help for that child. Some children find themselves falling behind their peers, despite a lot of effort, because they are frustrated by learning disorders. Some fall behind because they have a hard time focusing on learning, or making an organized effort to get school work done.
The Montessori materials are specially designed to help children learn concepts more easily than abstractly. Using these materials, all their senses, individualized instruction, and a nurturing environment all help when
a child is struggling.
Teachers, parents and administration work together to develop strategies to help the child.
Behaviorally Montessorians believe in natural and logical consequences as opposed to punishment. Conflict resolution and respect for the environment, (both physical and environmental), are also important aspects of our approach. For it is one of our ultimate goals that our students do the right thing, not because they will be punished if they donʼt, but because they donʼt want to adversely affect the people and world around them.
Children who struggle with behaviors that are detrimental to themselves, others, or the environment are nurtured and helped within the classroom. Communication between the teacher, parent and administration is essential
to put in to place strategies to help the child gain control of themselves through purposeful activity.
Partnering with Teachers When a child is struggling, we will set up daily or weekly communication with parents to discuss progress. A timeline will be created to help parents know when/if it is time to get some outside professional assistance and evaluation.
Evaluation, Tutoring, and Therapy When a child continues to struggle, an evaluation from a professional might be in order. The Dallas/Fort Worth area provides a wide array of doctors and therapists with specific specialties. Together we will help parents find the right professional to help.
We also have a speech therapist and reading specialist that comes directly to our school to work with children
in need. These professionals are hired directly by the parent, but they work closely with the school as well as the parent to best meet the needs of the child.