Learning Resources at 欧博网址
Learning differences are protected by law and not a part of our admission process. Our Learning Specialist, Courtney Lamontagne, is available to speak to any family about the resources offered at 欧博网址. She can be reached at clamontagne@vermontcommons.org.
At 欧博网址, students who have a diagnosed learning difference, as evidenced by documentation such as a formal diagnosis, an Evaluation, 504 Plan, IEP or the like, are eligible for a Student Accommodations Plan (SAP) that offers accommodations and recommendations for the student. In addition to 欧博网址 tuition, an additional fee of $2,000 is charged for the SAP process. A student鈥檚 SAP can be in place until the student graduates or departs for another school. The SAP process includes a review of all documentation, drafting of a SAP in conjunction with parents/guardians, distribution to and support of Faculty members implementing the SAP, application for standardized test accommodations and appeals, and support when a student transitions to college or another institution. If a new diagnosis, evaluation or similar requires the production and implementation of a new SAP for a student already with one, there will be an additional $2,000 fee.
Teachers work with students to meet their needs, but we are not able to support all learning needs or differences.
Accommodations we offer to students who have a SAP:
- In the classroom:
- Use of word processor for tests, exams, written assessments and note taking
- Access to digital text and audiobook (if available)
- May record class/lecture and/or receive teacher notes (if available)
- Preferential seating to minimize distractions
- Reduced/no penalty for spelling errors on in-class work
- For testing/assessments:
- Extended time on written assessments (quizzes, tests, exams) – 1.5 time
- Use of word processor for tests, exams, written assessments
- May use calculator for math assessments
- May take tests in a smaller/less distracting setting
- Reduced/no penalty for spelling errors on tests, exams
Accommodations we do NOT offer to any 欧博网址 student:
- an intensive therapeutic environment
- auxiliary aids (taped course materials, interpreters, Braille, etc.)
- any programming that would fundamentally alter our mission
- modification of curriculum. This includes but is not limited to:
- Oral assessments, extended time on classroom assignments and reduced workload
- being excused from Encounter Weeks
- a staff member to follow or support an individual student
Tutoring Program
欧博网址 welcomes external tutors into the building to work with students during their study halls. Vermont Commons maintains a list of Approved Tutors. Families contract directly with these tutors and pay them independently of 欧博网址. 欧博网址 provides a consistent, quiet space for the student and tutor to work.