Groves Summer Programs

Applications for all Groves 2021 Summer Programs are now closed.

The 4-week academic program for grades 2-8 provides small class sizes of 6-8 students grouped according to age, reading, writing, and math abilities. Like all Groves programs, the academic program is highly suited for students who have strong ability and a desire to learn along with dyslexia, ADHD, or other learning challenges.

Our program is not designed for disruptive or oppositional students, for students with a diagnosis of autism, students with developmental/cognitive delay, or for students with emotional issues unrelated to a learning disability.

Students in the academic program attend reading, writing, and math classes. In each subject, care is taken to begin at a level where students can experience success before confidently moving on to more advanced skills.

Teachers combine their experience and expertise with care and understanding, using a diagnostic-prescriptive approach to continually assess and address individual needs.

A final progress report, including recommendations, is sent following the conclusion of the program.

Typical Schedule:
Subject #1 (i.e., Math) – 9:00-10:00am
Subject #2 (i.e., Reading) -10:00-11:00am
Subject #3 (i.e., Writing) – 11:00am-12:00pm

Dates: July 12 – August 6, 2021
Times: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 12:00pm

“This was a highlight for my children (4th grade and 6th grade). My kids absolutely loved this summer camp. Your entire staff, from the monitors out front, teachers, to emails was awesome. Your staff was positive and up-beat. It was just a fun experience, especially drop off / pick up . ” – Parent of Summer Program Student

Applications for all Groves 2021 Summer Programs are now closed.

For students entering grades 6-8 – A best-fit student for this class has functional reading skills, a need for executive functioning strategies, and specific support in writing. This is a stand-alone offering that cannot be paired with the Grades 2-8 Academic Program.

Adopt a Growth Mindset this summer. The Writing and Executive Function Program provides direct instruction in writing and executive functioning skills and strategies.

Students learn about mindfulness, growth mindset, response inhibition, sustained attention, time management, cognitive flexibility, planning and organization, and use these strategies to become more independent in writing and literature course work.

Using The Writing Revolution® curriculum, writing instruction will be individualized to meet each student’s needs.

Dates: July 12 – August 6, 2021
Time: Monday – Friday,12:30 – 3:30pm

“ My daughter really enjoyed herself and she was proud of her work. ”
– Writing & Executive Function Class Parent

Applications for all Groves 2021 Summer Programs are now closed.

Gain Confidence. Get ready for fall and gain confidence this summer with courses for students entering grades 9-11.

The application deadline is extended to June 2.

This program is highly suited for High School students with a learning disability, such as dyslexia, and/or an attention disorder, such as ADHD, that affects academic achievement. Within a small, structured, and supportive environment, students receive a review of learned skills and an introduction to new skills to get a head start on their upcoming school year.

• This academic program offers courses in Math, Multi-level Writing, and Study/Organizational Skills.
• Three session times are offered and students have the flexibility to apply for 1, 2, or all 3 classes.
• Those who are enrolled in a morning and afternoon classes have a lunch period from 11:55am-12:15pm.
• Students must bring their own lunch.

Dates: July 19 – July 30, 2021, Monday – Friday

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Math Review

Math classes take an interactive approach to refining mathematical concepts. Students will learn and practice through direct, multi-sensory instruction at their own level and pace. Please self-select the appropriate class level based on the student’s needs.

Pre-Algebra/Algebra Review
Section 1 Time: 8:45-10:15am
Section 2 Time: 10:20-11:50am

Study/Organizational Skills

This class orients students to vital elements of learning and provides strategies designed to
improve executive function/organizational skills. Students will be introduced to note-taking tools and learn strategies to enhance comprehension through active reading and summary writing, and explore various approaches for organizing materials and
time management.

Section 1 Time: 8:45-10:15am
Section 2 Time: 10:20-11:50am
Section 3 Time: 12:20-1:50pm

Writing Strategies Levels 1 and 2

Both writing classes provide students with
foundational skills needed to be successful in producing written compositions across various
content areas.

Please choose the appropriate writing level for your student based on the descriptions below. It may be beneficial to discuss this with your student’s English/Writing teacher to determine the appropriate level.

Writing Level 1

• Focuses on sentence and paragraph structure.
• Fragments / run-ons / complete sentences
• Sentence combining and expansion strategies
• Coordinating and subordinating conjunctions
• Generating topic and concluding sentences
• Single Paragraph Outline (SPO)
• Revision strategies, summary writing, and
  writing process

Writing Strategies Level 1

Section 1 Time: 8:45-10:15am
Section 2 Time: 10:20-11:50am

Writing Level 2

• Focuses on higher-level strategies to assist students with structuring longer form essays.
• Single Paragraph Outline (SPO)
• Revision strategies, summary writing, and
  writing process
• Multi Paragraph Outline (MPO)
• Writing persuasive and narrative essays
• Writing strong thesis statements

Writing Strategies Level 2

Section 1 Time: 8:45-10:15am
Section 2 Time: 10:20-11:50am

Applications for all Groves 2021 Summer Programs are now closed.

For students entering grades 9-10 – A best-fit student for this class has functional reading skills, a need for executive functioning strategies, and specific support in writing. This is a stand-alone course that cannot be paired with other High School Programs.

The application deadline is May 21.

Adopt a Growth Mindset this summer. The Writing and Executive Function Program provides direct instruction in writing and executive functioning skills and strategies. Students learn about mindfulness, growth mindset, response inhibition, sustained attention, time management, cognitive flexibility, planning and organization, and use these strategies to become more independent in writing and literature course work.

Using The Writing Revolution® curriculum, writing instruction will be individualized to meet each student’s needs.

Dates: July 12 – August 6, 2021
Time: Monday – Friday, 12:30 – 3:30pm

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“ My teachers encouraged me and gave me more confidence in my abilities. ”
– Summer High School Student

Applications for all Groves 2021 Summer Programs are now closed.

In this virtual 4-session parent class, Katherine Quie, Ph.D., L.P., will focus on the brain chemistry behind ADHD, key parenting strategies that cultivate success in middle-schoolers, the family impact of ADHD, the benefits of neuropsychological assessment, and how to embrace ADHD challenges and turn them into opportunities for brilliance.

Each session will provide ample time for conversation and support. This class will be delivered via zoom only. It will not be delivered in-person.

Session 1: Overview of ADHD and how it presents in middle schoolers

• Developmental trajectory and brain chemistry
  of ADHD
• Common parental missteps and misconceptions with middle schoolers
• Review parenting strategies to help your child thrive in middle school

Session 2: ADHD and the Impact on the Family:
Key Ingredients to Success for Raising Children
with ADHD

• Why ADHD is a family diagnosis
• Tips for creating an ADHD supportive environment such as exercise, diet, and mindfulness strategies for anxiety
• Techniques for building trust and healthy communication

Session 3: Understanding Neuropsychological Testing and Cognitive functions that are often impacted by ADHD

• How to use test findings to help your child thrive
• Common school-based and private testing recommendations for middle schoolers with ADHD

Session 4: The power of ADHD creativity and brilliance

• Tips for creating “the right amount of difficult” for your child
• The importance of parental structure and guidance
• Striking a healthy balance with electronics
• How to foster creativity and bring out the brilliance

About Katherine Quie

Katherine Quie is a child psychologist with a specialization in pediatric neuropsychology and neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ADHD. Katherine is also a mother of two and has written an insightful memoir, Raising Will, Surviving The Brilliance and Blues of ADHD, about raising her son with ADHD. Katherine recently launched ADHD&U to provide support to the ADHD community through her blog, podcasts, and consultation. As a licensed psychologist, Katherine provides virtual therapy for children and families. Katherine brings a professional and personal lens and provides empathetic, compassionate, light-hearted and spot-on support to the ADHD community.

The winner of three independent book awards, her memoir has received rave reviews:

“This memoir is the real deal. Read it. Laugh, cry, learn, fly, and discover the superpower embedded in the condition so misleadingly and inaccurately called ADHD. ”

–-Review of Raising Will, Surviving The Brilliance and Blues of ADHD by Dr. Edward Hallowell, national ADHD expert and New York Times bestselling author

Applying early is encouraged.

The Summer Admissions Review Team will review your application once you complete the application form at grovesacademy.org/summer, submit the $40 application fee, and upload all required documents.

The required documentation helps us accurately assess the needs of each student, determine whether our Summer Program will be a good fit, and validate there are other students of similar profiles to form a class grouping.

We will notify you as soon as the application review is complete. Applications will be considered complete upon receipt of all of the required documentation.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed until all required documentation has been submitted electronically, without exception.

If applying for more than one student, please submit a separate application for each student.

We appreciate prompt notification if your student will not attend, as other families may be affected by
your decision.

Complete the online application.

• Submit the $40 non-refundable application fee.
  (This fee is not applied to the program fee.)
• Electronically upload documentation.
• Required Documentation:
  • Most recent Diagnostic Assessment – (psychoeducational assessment) – Must include a narrative report as well as ability and achievement scores. Summary reports are not accepted.
    — OR —
    Most recent IEP Evaluation – Summaries, goals, and progress reports are not acceptable replacements for the full IEP evaluation.
    * We require only one of these two documents, but if you have both please submit both.
• Teacher Feedback Form(s) – You will be
  emailed a link to the form to send to your student’s teachers.

Optional Documentation:
This documentation is not a replacement for, and
will not fulfill the requirements for completion of
your application.

• IEP Goals
• 504/Accommodation Plan
• Speech-Language Evaluation

*Required Teacher Feedback Forms

Please email your student’s teacher(s) the link provided during the application process. Ask them to complete and submit the form as soon as possible. Once submitted by the teacher(s) the form(s) will automatically be uploaded to Groves Academy.

• Entering Grades 2-8 Academic Program requires forms for Reading, Writing, Math, and Special Education
  (if applicable).  Depending on how many teachers your student has, there can be from 1 to 4 forms.
• Entering Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-10 Writing & Executive Function Programs require forms for English/Writing and Special Education (if applicable).
• Entering Grades 9-11 High School Program requires one form for either Reading, Writing, or Math, depending on student enrollment. The teacher is required to submit only page 1 of the Teacher Feedback Form.

January 19 – Groves begins accepting applications

February 10 – Application deadline for Early Bird Discount (This discount applies to fully completed applications only)

May 21 – Application deadline for Writing + Executive Functioning Program for Grades 9–10

June 2 – Extended application deadline for Summer Programs for High School Students in Math, Study Skills, and Writing

June 4 – Fee payment deadline. (Your spot is not guaranteed until payment has been received. No refunds after this date.)

July 12 – First day for students entering Grades 2-8 Academic Program and Grades 6-8 and 9-10 Writing and Executive Function Programs

July 19 – First day of High School Program

August 2-6 – Spirit Week for all programs for students entering grades 2-8

Refunds

• There is a $40 non-refundable application fee due with application materials. This fee is not applied to program fees.
• There will be no refunds for illnesses, absences, vacations, or closing due to weather.
• No refund will be given if a student is dismissed because of disciplinary action.

Cancellations

• Groves Academy reserves the right to cancel class offerings due to inadequate enrollment, or other circumstance beyond our control, in which case class fees are refundable
• All cancellations and requests for refunds must be submitted in writing prior to Friday, June 4, 2021 to summerschool@grovesacademy.org.
• No refunds will be issued after June 4, 2021 with the exception of Groves program cancellation.

Absences

All absences must be reported to Groves by calling 952.915.4264 or emailing nurse@grovesacademy.org

Course Selection

Please register for courses carefully. Once you have submitted your online application, you will not be able to make adjustments to your course selections.

Discounts
Groves offers the following discounts for the Grades 2-8 Academic Program and both Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-10 Writing and Executive Function Programs:

• Early Bird Discount – Complete applications (all required documents submitted electronically) received by February 10, 2021, will receive a $150 discount.
• Families who are enrolling in 2021 for the 3rd year will receive a discount of $50 per student.
• Families with 2 or more children enrolled in summer programming will receive a discount of $50 per student.

Drop-off / Pick-up Procedure
Please visit grovesacademy.org for driving directions. We will provide specific drop-off and pick-up procedures prior to the program start date.

COVID-19 Safety
We plan to deliver an in-person experience in 2021. We continue to monitor COVID-19 and learn from our successful in-person learning experience in summer 2020. If we are not able to offer an in-person learning experience due to COVID-19, we will adjust our payment policies accordingly.

Questions
Please email questions to summerschool@grovesacademy.org.