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Faculty:
- Jeanine Kandrac - B.A., English, Art, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, M.A.T., Secondary English, John's Hopkins University, M.A. in Contemplative Education from Naropa University, CO.
- Vanessa Clack - B.A., Communications, Muhlenberg College, M.A.T., Johns Hopkins University
This program offers support for uniquely gifted college bound students with varied information processing skills in the areas of reading and language. Applicants to the Aquinas program submit supplemental forms and information.
Aquinas program faculty and the Guidance department work collaboratively to monitor student progress, academic performance and plans for post-secondary education.
Admission
In order to provide the most conducive academic environment, the Aquinas Program is limited to sixteen students per grade.
Aquinas students pay an additional $2,000 tuition per year.
Enhanced Services
Course instruction includes strategies for time management, personal organization and specific academic study skills. Students formulate individual learning profiles to better understand the nature of their academic studies and success. Self-advocacy is fostered to facilitate course success and self-esteem.
Lessons and assessment methods are designed to meet students' individual needs and learning styles. Flexible class placements address academic strengths and challenges.
Technology
Daily access to the computer mini-lab
Multimedia presentation equipment and software designed for individually paced instruction
Audio and Video enhanced presentations to augment classroom instruction
Access to computers in all academic courses in which Aquinas students are enrolled
Resources and Materials
Manipulative and laboratory equipment for multi-sensory instruction
Reading age-level appropriate textbooks and supplementary materials
Resource consultation services for students, teachers, and parents
Learning differences library materials available for students and parents
Assistance in obtaining study aids such as taped textbooks, tape recorders and word processors
Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic materials
Special Accommodations
Low pupil-teacher ratio
Freshman year Transitions I course
Sophomore year Transitions II course
Junior year Transitions III course
After-school support programs
Strategic career and college planning services
Program-specific academic advising and course scheduling
Special Aquinas Links
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