Learning Academy is designed to support students who learn in different ways or at a different pace from others in small group learning environments. Learning Academy serves students in grades 1-8 in extended day and summer programs that are designed to build skills in reading, math, and writing, as well as help students, develop better organizational and social skills.
Students must be referred to this program by their current teacher. If you feel your child would benefit from this program, please discuss this opportunity further with their current teacher.
Offered through Itasca Area Community Education at ISD 316-Greenway, ISD 317-Deer River, ISD 318-Grand Rapids, and Bigfork, and ISD 319-Nashwauk/Keewatin.
MN Licensed Teachers use alternative instructional methods, combining academic instruction with engaging enrichment activities to support students’ growth and development:
Hands-on Activities
Integrate technology
Experiential or project-based
Small groups
Individual Learning Plans
Academic services strive to:
Increase critical reading skills, strategies, and comprehension.
Build basic skill areas: math, science, reading, writing, and other academic areas.
Encourage students to be excited about learning while achieving gains in math, reading, and SEL skills.
Social/Emotional services can focus on:
Responsible decision making.
Expressing and managing emotions effectively.
Building positive peer relationships.
Building academic confidence.
For more information contact Melanie DeBay, mdebay@isd318.org or 218-327-5725.
