Program Format:

• Participants register for a 12-week course. Late enrolments are accepted, but end date is non-negotiable.
• Particpants will recieve a 1 hour, one-on-one session per week with a qualified tutor + the opportunity to attend our Tuesday afternoon Homework Club from 4 pm - 6 pm to recieve assistance from trained volunteer.

Program Delivery may include (based on individual needs):

• Specific assistance in identified subject (i.e. math skills)
• Identification of individual learning styles (visual, auditory, kinaesthetic etc.)
• Development of organizational and concentration skills and learning strategies
• Access to resources (educational games, books, videos, audio-tapes etc.)
• Use of computer lab equipped with internet access and word processing to complete school assignments and projects
• Computer assisted learning (educational software and tutorials)
• Keyboarding Instruction & Support (finger placement, speed, accuracy)
• Skills to empower and encourage the student to advocate for themselves

What can parents expect from an LDA Tutor?

• Assist your child with development and reinforcement of skills
• Help your child organize their projects, speeches, and essays
• Help your child know how to learn best
• Assist your child in strengthening their study skills
• Assist your child in using his/her learning style to the fullest
• Help your child be more successful academically and thus raise their self-esteem
• Provide practice in the necessary skill areas

Who is eligible?