Summer Programs

Get your academic EDGE this summer.

Expand self confidence.
Develop skills for a competitive edge.
Grow as a successful learner.
Explore and adopt new study strategies.

These are the fundamentals upon which our Skills and Strategies Program was founded. Executive functioning challenges are common among students. Our short and effective seminars will help students refine their skills, explore and adopt new strategies, and boost academic achievement in a small low-pressure setting.

Our Students

Our Skills and Strategies Program is designed specifically for students enrolled in public or private middle schools, high schools, and colleges/universities who need to develop strategies and skills to apply across all subjects for an academic advantage next year and beyond.

The Skills and Strategies Program is designed for students who have NOT been diagnosed with a language-based learning disability, but seek help with skills and strategies to improve and strengthen their academic experience.

August 6 - 17, 2012

High School Study Skills, 8 a.m. - 12 noon

Learning the essential tools to learn more effectively in High School and beyond is the goal of this dynamic and results oriented class.

The seminar will focus on:

Organizing time and materials
Planning, prioritizing, and initiating tasks
Creating routines for work completion
Focusing and sustaining attention
Managing emotions
Maximizing working memory
Self-monitoring and task shifting
Cost: $1,450

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Middle School Study and Writing Skills, 8 a.m. - 12 noon

This class offers an essential array of writing and study skills to give Middle School students greater confidence and a competitive advantage through their Middle and High School experiences.

Through this engaging and lively class students will learn to:

Organize their time and materials
Plan prioritize, and follow through on tasks
Set individual goals, self-reflect, and monitor progress
Actively read: follow a systematic approach before, during, and after reading
Understand the building blocks of writing
Follow a simple five-step process while writing
Systematically proofread and edit written work
Cost: $1,450

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Comments

"The study skills that I learned here will definitely help me next year. The time management skills will be very useful too. Thank you!" Allison, High School Senior

"After these two weeks, I feel that I am fully equipped for next year." Darrell, 7th Grade Student

Schedule & Format

Two-week seminars run Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 12 noon. A light snack will be offered mid morning. Landmark teachers present each seminar in a structured, multi-modal format which provides active, hands-on application of class material. Classes are limited in size and offer an extensive opportunity to apply, practice, and master new skills. At the end of the seminar, students receive a certificate of completion and a checklist of suggested skills and proven strategies to implement during the school year.

Fee

Two-week programs are $1,450 and includes all instructional materials and a light snack. Full payment is required prior to each seminar and is nonrefundable. Confirmation and directions will be sent upon receipt of your payment and registration information. Group discounts can be negotiated. Some scholarships are available.

Online Registration

You may also print and mail the PDF Registration Form.

Questions?

Please contact Colleen Kelleher, Director at 978-236-3257,ckelleher@landmarkschool.org

Our Students

Our students tell us that they are glad that they took the time, over the summer, to learn and reinforce effective skills and strategies that will help them through the school year.

Please Note: Students who require more remedial and individualized instruction may inquire at Landmark’s Office of Admission about our full range of programs.

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