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1 Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) Supplemental Educational Services FREE TUTORING FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS! ROUND II OPEN ENROLLMENT DATES Monday, January 23, Monday, February 13, 2012 For Eligible Students in Kindergarten 2 nd Grade Only

2 1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard Stone Mountain, GA Board of Education Dr. Eugene P. Gene Walker, Chair Mr. Thomas E. Bowen, Vice Chair Ms. Sarah Copelin-Wood Mr. Jesse Jay Cunningham, Jr. Ms. Donna G. Edler Ms. Nancy Jester Mr. Donald E. Don McChesney Dr. Pamela A. Speaks Mr. H. Paul Womack, Jr. Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. H. Atkinson January 23, 2012 Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s): The Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, (ESEA) as amended by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, (NCLB) requires that parents who have children attending schools identified as Needs Improvement to be notified of the school s academic status. The Georgia Department of Education and your local school are working hard to provide programs to help all students succeed. These efforts include implementing the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. This law supports parent(s)/legal guardian(s) and schools working together to raise student achievement. As part of our efforts to improve student achievement and implement ESEA, your child may be eligible to receive Supplemental Educational Services (SES), which is free tutoring provided by State Approved Providers. This service provides free tutoring to enhance instruction provided outside the regular school day. Only parent(s)/legal guardian(s) of students in Kindergarten 2nd grade who qualify to receive free or reduced price meals may request SES. If the school district does not have sufficient funds to provide services to all eligible children, priority will be given to those eligible children with the lowest test scores. Each child enrolled in the SES program will receive an allotment of $1,660. Funds are paid directly to the tutoring company or provider by the school district on behalf of the participating student and at no charge to the parent(s)/legal guardian(s). A list of State Approved Providers is included in this brochure. The State Approved Providers list is also available at your child s school, the DeKalb County School System s website at or by accessing the website: To enroll your child in the SES Program, first review the enclosed SES provider list and choose the program you believe to be the best for you and your child. You are encouraged to ask questions to ensure that you make an informed decision. This list includes a short description of the services offered, the style of delivery (i.e., online, one-on-one, group), the location of services, and the transportation provisions. As you review the provider summaries, you will notice many providers have addresses located out of state. Each of these providers has tutors in the DeKalb County area and will offer services to students in the DeKalb County School System. Enclosed is a provider report card for each provider and a SES Request for Service form. The SES Providers must address specific and targeted deficits/objectives for each student served on their respective Individual Student Plan (ISP). It is essential for the provider to use the ISP form provided by DCSS or the. The provider is required to document the

3 instructional services addressing the deficits/objectives listed on the ISP in a progress report form that is provided by DCSS or the. Parents/guardians who wish to apply for SES for the school year may do so in Three ways. 1) Online (eportal) 2) Paper application returned to child s home school 3) Paper application mailed to the District office After reviewing the list of providers, complete the Request for Services form to enroll your child in the SES program. ESEA ONLINE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS Please note that your child must be a registered DeKalb County student at an eligible school. In order to apply online for ESEA Supplemental Educational Services, parents/guardians must have an active eportal account. eportal is DeKalb County School System s web application designed to deliver secure student information and content to parents/guardians, students and staff. Parents/guardians may log on to the DeKalb County School System website at to access their eportal account. This access will give parents/guardians the ability to register and view select information regarding their student(s). Parents/guardians without an eportal Account To obtain an eportal account you must apply online and be authorized by your home school. The authorization process may take up to 48 hours. To apply visit the DeKalb County School System website at under the Community tab, select Parent Portal. From the Parent Portal page, under School Choice, click Supplemental Educational Services. At the SES Home screen, click the Enrollment link for instructions on how to complete the SES Free Tutoring process. The following information is needed to apply for an eportal account: First & Last Name of the Student Seven-Digit Student Number Student s Date of Birth Georgia Testing Identification (GTID) Number Parents/guardians with an Existing eportal Account If you already have an existing eportal account, then registration for SES Free Tutoring is simple. Log on to your existing eportal account via the DeKalb County School System website at Under the Community tab, select Parent Portal. From the Parent Portal page, under the School Choice section, click Supplemental Educational Services. On the SES Home screen, click the Enrollment link for instructions on how to complete the SES Free Tutoring process. The open enrollment period for registration will be Monday, January 23 Monday, February 13, Note: If an authorized eportal account has not been obtained prior to January 23, 2012, please submit an ESEA Request for Services form in person to the DeKalb County School System, Office of School Improvement, Attn: ESEA SES Free Tutoring Division, 1701 Mountain Industrial Blvd., Stone Mountain, Georgia 30083, during the open enrollment period.

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5 Frequently Asked Questions Who is eligible for services? All students from low-income families who attend a school that is in the second year of Needs Improvement or in corrective action are eligible for services. However, the district may not have enough funds to serve all eligible students, in which case the district will give priority to the lowest performing students. Who are the tutors? The has a list of State Approved Providers in your area from which to choose. Please review the attached list to choose a provider to serve your child. Where is the tutoring? It varies by provider. Tutoring may take place in your home, at the student s school, a local community center, place of business, library, church, neighboring school or college. How much is tutoring? Tutoring is free for eligible students and will be paid for by the school district. The school district will spend a maximum of $1, on each student for tutoring services. When is tutoring? Tutoring services are provided outside of the school day. Services may be offered either before school, after school, on the weekends, or during the summer, depending on the provider. By receiving free tutoring, student academic achievement may increase. How do students get to tutoring? Parents are responsible for transporting their child to and from tutoring services unless the provider offers transportation. Why should I consider additional assistance for my child? To ensure that students increase their academic achievement, particularly in reading, language arts, and math. What will my child study? Students will receive extra help in the areas in which they struggle academically. The school and the SES provider will assist parent(s)/legal guardian(s) in identifying the academic needs and establishing goals for each student. How will I know what my child is doing during the tutoring session? SES providers are required to submit progress reports throughout the program to inform parent(s)/legal guardian(s) of each child s progress. How do I choose the right SES provider for my child? First, identify the areas that are causing your child to struggle in reading and math. Not all providers offer services in both reading and math. Review the attached list of approved providers, the services they offer, the style of delivery (i.e., online, one-on-one, group) and the location of services if transportation is an issue. Choose a tutoring provider that has a program that you believe will work for you and your child. For additional help contact Dr. Linda Crowley at or [email protected] to assist you in selecting a provider to tutor your child. What if tutoring does not help my child? A parent may contact the district to discuss concerns and request a different provider if the child is not having success. Thank you for all that you do to support your child s education.

6 Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, (ESEA) (as amended by the No Child Left Behind Act of 1965, NCLB) FREE TUTORING! Elementary schools that must offer Supplemental Educational Services for students in Kindergarten 2 nd grade ONLY Elementary Schools Chapel Hill Fairington Flat Shoals Idlewood Indian Creek Jolly McNair Discovery Learning Academy Midway Oak View Panola Way Stone Mill Stoneview Woodward

7 Supplemental Educational Services FREE TUTORING! The DeKalb County School System invites you to the Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Providers Fair. This important and informative meeting is to discuss SES guidelines and procedures for receiving services for your child. SES Providers Fair Location: Stone Mill Elementary School 4900 Shelia Lane Stone Mountain, GA Dates: Saturday, February 4, 2012 Time: 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

8 This application is for Kindergarten 2 nd grade students only. Parents/Guardians- To participate in the free tutoring program your child must attend one of the schools listed on the following page of this application and be eligible for free or reduced priced meals. Any application that is altered or submitted to the school district by another party other than the parent/guardian will not be valid or processed. PLEASE PRINT ALL REQUESTED INFORMATION AND SIGN WHERE REQUIRED. Please feel free to call Dr. Linda Crowley at with any questions that you may have regarding this program. Student Name: Age: Gender: Grade: Apt #: City: Zip: Phone #1: ( ) Phone #2: ( ) School: My child needs tutoring in (check only one): FREE TUTORING FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS IN DEKALB COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Application Monday, January 23 Monday, February 13, 2012 Reading/Language Arts Math List three tutoring company names and the 3-digit ID numbers in order of preference. There are 116 providers currently approved to serve the DeKalb County School System. Please refer to the packet of providers or contact the district if you need assistance in selecting a provider for your child. Choice #1 with Provider ID #: Choice #2 with Provider ID #: Choice #3 with Provider ID #: Parent(s)/Guardian(s) understanding and agreement: I understand that it is my responsibility as the parent/guardian to submit this application as indicated by the school district. I may not submit this application to any provider soliciting my child s participation in the program. I understand if my child cannot be placed with any of the preferred SES providers listed, the LEA will contact me to select another provider. I understand that the school system is not responsible for providing transportation to and from these services. The school district will pay for tutoring in the amount of $1, on behalf of my child at no expense to me for a specific number of hours. I authorize the school district to release my child s state test score data to the selected provider in an effort to assist in developing a tutorial program that addresses the specific needs of my child. In certain cases, if funding is limited, I understand that students will receive services based upon a rank ordering of student achievement data as determined by the school district. This SES application must be submitted by the parent/guardian using one of the following options. Any application not submitted as described below will not be processed or approved. Option #1: Return to home school or mail through the United States Postal Services Option #2: Complete Request for Services Form via online process at Parent Name (PRINT): Parent Signature : Date: This application will not be eligible if it is not signed by parent/guardian. Students may not sign for parents. Your child must attend one of the following schools and be eligible for free or reduced priced meals to be eligible for this free tutoring program. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Chapel Hill Fairington Flat Shoals Idlewood Indian Creek Jolly Midway Oak View Panola Way Stone Mill Stoneview Woodward McNair Discovery Learning Academy

9 DEKALB COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM SES All Things Through Learning, Inc !A+ Tutor U - 928!AAA+Learning Solutions #1 in Learning Life: Career/College Academic Empowerment to 1 Tutor Our Kids Education Services, LLC (formerly Get Smart Consulting) A Better Chance Tutoring, LLC A Love of Learning Tutoring A to Z In-Home Tutoring A+ In Home Tutoring, Inc A+ Learning Academy, LLC A+ Tutoring - A Division of Challenging Failure Abacus In-Home Tutoring, Inc ABOUTFACE! Reading Achieve HighPoints CSRA Achieve Success Tutoring by Uiversity Instructors, Inc AchieveResults Tutorial and Educational Consulting, LLC Achieving Excellence, LLC All About Math = Math Doctor ASP, Inc ATS Project Success August House Back To Basics, Inc Banneker, Inc C2 Education Conyers Center C2 Education Duluth C2 Education Lilburn Center CARES Carter, Reddy, and Associates, Inc CASA Luisa, Inc Challenging Failure Citi Church Collier Tutoring Services Community Threads, Inc Cool Kids Learn, Inc Core Innovations & Support 306 Divine Sports, Inc Dr. Al Science Education Services, LLC Educate Online Learning Education Advantage!, LLC Educational Enterprises Inc Educational Escapades EduTech Cognitive Therapy, LLC Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow (Inc.) Elite Education Empowerment of Minds Empowerment Tutoring Envision Learning eschool House FELC Tutors Gateway Generation2Generation, LLC Glades Extreme Tutoring Global Partnership Schools Grade Results, LLC Graham Consulting Group, LLC Green Forest Community Development Corporation, Inc Group Excellence Hamilton and Harris Educational Consulting Group HOT I Can Kids Inc Imagine Learning, Inc Integrated Academics Ivy League Tutor, Inc JFK Tutoring, Inc. 001 Kinetic Potential Learning System KIP Learning, Inc KnowledgePoints - Lithia Springs L3/Life-Long Learners, LLC Learn It Systems Learning First Educational Services, Inc Learning4Today -004 Math & Reading Wizards -604 Math Boost, LLC Math Mania Mentor Plus Tutoring My Success! Tutoring -008 NESI New Generation Academy, Inc Next Level Learning Premier Academy, Inc Program and Project Management Project Educate Me Learning Center, LLC Reach For Tomorrow, Inc Reading, Phonics, Math and More Reef House After-School Program -726 Refugee Family Services Reunited Counseling & Training, LLC SAP National Scholars In Action, LLC Scroggins Mathematics Services, LLC Serenity Sheltering Arms Tutorial Services Solid Rock Academy Source Pointe Tutoring Star Cooper, Inc Stepping Stones to Success Strategies 4 Kidz Students Opting 4 Success, LLC Summit Learning Services SYE, Inc Sylvan Learning Sylvan Learning Center: Atlanta Suburbs Tabula Rasa Tutoring The Aya Center The Kennedy Learning Group, LLC The Tutor Lab, LLC The White House Academy, Inc Toerah Inc Total Learning Concepts Inc Tower Education Vision Tutoring, LLC West Cobb Preparatory Academy X-CEL Operating Foundation Youth Empowerment Project, Inc Youth Enhancement Services, Inc Zoom In-Home Tutoring - 767

10 Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory Dr. John D. Barge State School Superintendent

11 Supplemental Educational Services Directory Table of Contents Serial No. Supplementary Educational Service Providers Page No. All Things Through Learning, Inc !A+ Tutor U !AAA+Learning Solutions #1 in Learning Life: Career/College Academic Empowerment to 1 Tutor Our Kids Education Services, LLC (formerly Get Smart Consulting) A Better Chance Tutoring, LLC A Love of Learning Tutoring A to Z In-Home Tutoring A+ In Home Tutoring, Inc A+ Learning Academy, LLC A+ Tutoring - A Division of Challenging Failure Abacus In-Home Tutoring, Inc ABOUTFACE! Reading Achieve HighPoints CSRA Achieve Success Tutoring by University Instructors, Inc AchieveResults Tutorial and Educational Consulting, LLC Achieving Excellence, LLC All About Math = Math Doctor ASP, Inc ATS Project Success August House Back To Basics, Inc Banneker, Inc C2 Education Conyers Center C2 Education Duluth C2 Education Lilburn Center CARES Carter, Reddy, and Associates, Inc CASA Luisa, Inc Challenging Failure Citi Church Collier Tutoring Services Community Threads, Inc Cool Kids Learn, Inc Core Innovations & Support Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 12

12 Supplemental Educational Services Directory DeKalb County Schools Table of Contents Serial No. Supplementary Educational Service Providers Page No. 38 Divine Sports, Inc Dr. Al Science Education Services, LLC Educate Online Learning Education Advantage!, LLC Educational Enterprises Inc Educational Escapades EduTech Cognitive Therapy, LLC Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow (Inc.) Empowerment of Minds Empowerment Tutoring Envision Learning eschool House FELC Tutors Gateway Generation2Generation, LLC Glades Extreme Tutoring Global Partnership Schools Grade Results, LLC Graham Consulting Group, LLC Green Forest Community Development Corporation, Inc Group Excellence Hamilton and Harris Educational Consulting Group HOT I Can Kids Inc Imagine Learning, Inc Integrated Academics Ivy League Tutor, Inc JFK Tutoring, Inc Kinetic Potential Learning System KIP Learning, Inc KnowledgePoints - Lithia Springs L3/Life-Long Learners, LLC Learn It Systems Learning First Educational Services, Inc Learning4Today Math & Reading Wizards Math Boost, LLC Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 13

13 Supplemental Educational Services Directory DeKalb County Schools Table of Contents Serial No. Supplementary Educational Service Providers Page No. 75 Math Mania Mentor Plus Tutoring My Success! Tutoring NESI New Generation Academy, Inc Next Level Learning Premier Academy, Inc Program and Project Management Project Educate Me Learning Center, LLC Reach For Tomorrow, Inc Reading, Phonics, Math and More Reef House After-School Program Refugee Family Services Reunited Counseling & Training, LLC SAP National Scholars In Action, LLC Scroggins Mathematics Services, LLC Serenity Sheltering Arms Tutorial Services Solid Rock Academy Source Pointe Tutoring Star Cooper, Inc Stepping Stones to Success Strategies 4 Kidz Students Opting 4 Success, LLC Summit Learning Services SYE, Inc Sylvan Learning Sylvan Learning Center: Atlanta Suburbs Tabula Rasa Tutoring The Aya Center The Kennedy Learning Group, LLC The Tutor Lab, LLC The White House Academy, Inc Toerah Inc Total Learning Concepts Inc Tower Education Vision Tutoring, LLC Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 14

14 Supplemental Educational Services Directory DeKalb County Schools Table of Contents Serial No. Supplementary Educational Service Providers Page No. 112 West Cobb Preparatory Academy X-CEL Operating Foundation Youth Empowerment Project, Inc Youth Enhancement Services, Inc Zoom In-Home Tutoring Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 15

15 Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Provider Report Card Summary: Provider Effectiveness Ranking in Mathematics By Percent of Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Provider Code Provider Name Percent of the Provider s Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests 564 Educational Enterprises Inc. 70.0% 744 All About Math (The Math Doctor) 69.0% 802 Carter, Reddy, and Associates, Inc. 66.7% 718 Cool Kids Learn, Inc. 66.7% 265 Youth Empowerment Project, Inc. 66.7% 713 Educate Online 66.2% 766 Tower Education 65.1% 905 Vision Tutoring, LLC. 64.4% 917 Back to Basics, Inc. 64.2% 904 Reunited Counseling & Training, LLC 60.0% 726 Reef House After-School Program (Future Foundation, Inc.) 59.1% 813 Solid Rock Academy (Lyon Academy Incorporated) 57.7% 501 A to Z In-Home Tutoring 51.4% 728 Graham Consulting Group, LLC 48.1% 176 Green Forest Community Development Corporation, Inc. 41.7% 507 AchieveResults Tutorial and Educational Consulting, LLC 38.8% 739 Learning First Educational Services, Inc. 0.0% 250 ABOUTFACE! Reading (Teach Them to Read, Inc.) No Data 805 Dr. Al Science Education Services, LLC No Data 746 NESI (NonPublic Educational Services, Inc.) No Data 609 Next Level Learning No Data Updated May 2010 Kathy Cox, State Superintendent of Schools Page 16

16 Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Provider Report Card Summary: Provider Effectiveness Ranking in Reading By Percent of Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Provider Code Provider Name Percent of the Provider s Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests 718 Cool Kids Learn, Inc % 166 Reading, Phonics, Math and More (Enlighten, Inc.) 96.4% 240 Sylvan Learning Center: Atlanta Suburbs (Tara Heights Enterprises, Inc.) 84.1% 766 Tower Education 83.8% 905 Vision Tutoring, LLC. 80.3% 250 ABOUTFACE! Reading (Teach Them to Read, Inc.) 80.0% 265 Youth Empowerment Project, Inc. 80.0% 917 Back to Basics, Inc. 79.5% 813 Solid Rock Academy (Lyon Academy Incorporated) 75.6% 507 AchieveResults Tutorial and Educational Consulting, LLC 75.0% 806 EduTech Cognitive Therapy, LLC 75.0% 176 Green Forest Community Development Corporation, Inc. 74.7% 501 A to Z In-Home Tutoring 73.9% 904 Reunited Counseling & Training, LLC 71.4% 728 Graham Consulting Group, LLC 69.2% 802 Carter, Reddy, and Associates, Inc. 66.7% 564 Educational Enterprises Inc. 0.0% 713 Educate Online Removed by SBOE 609 Next Level Learning No Data 739 Learning First Educational Services, Inc. No Data 744 All About Math (The Math Doctor) No Data 746 NESI (NonPublic Educational Services, Inc.) No Data 805 Dr. Al Science Education Services, LLC No Data Updated May 2010 Kathy Cox, State Superintendent of Schools Page 17

17 Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Provider Report Card Summary: Provider Effectiveness Ranking in English Language Arts (ELA) By Percent of Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Provider Code Provider Name Percent of the Provider s Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests 718 Cool Kids Learn, Inc % 813 Solid Rock Academy (Lyon Academy Incorporated) 93.3% 166 Reading, Phonics, Math and More (Enlighten, Inc.) 92.8% 726 Reef House After-School Program (Future Foundation, Inc.) 83.3% 905 Vision Tutoring, LLC 80.0% 265 Youth Empowerment Project, Inc. 80.0% 176 Green Forest Community Development Corporation, Inc. 78.6% 917 Back to Basics, Inc. 77.6% 501 A to Z In-Home Tutoring 75.1% 507 AchieveResults Tutorial and Educational Consulting, LLC 72.1% 802 Carter, Reddy, and Associates, Inc. 66.7% 904 Reunited Counseling & Training, LLC 66.7% 728 Graham Consulting Group, LLC 66.1% 240 Sylvan Learning Center: Atlanta Suburbs (Tara Heights Enterprises, Inc.) 55.6% 806 EduTech Cognitive Therapy, LLC 40.0% 766 Tower Education Removed by SBOE 250 ABOUTFACE! Reading (Teach them to Read, Inc.) No Data 744 All About Math (The Math Doctor) No Data 805 Dr. Al Science Education Services, LLC No Data 713 Educate Online No Data 564 Educational Enterprises Inc. No Data 739 Learning First Educational Services, Inc. No Data 609 Next Level Learning No Data Updated May 2010 Kathy Cox, State Superintendent of Schools Page 18

18 2202 N. Harold Avenue Tampa, FL Website: All Things Through Learning, Inc Contact Person: Dwayne L. Raiford [email protected] Phone: (866) FAX: (886) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: k-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 100 Cost to District (per hour): $75-$80 The owners of ATTL have over 26 years of experience in providing quality teaching techniques to students. ATTL has had a positive impact on increasing student achievement toward meeting state achievement standards in math and language arts/reading. Based on pre and post assessment data, 82% of students showed learning gains of 29%. Tutoring sessions are 1-2 hours per session and range from 2-5 sessions per week depending on the Individualized Student Plan. ATTL uses explicit teaching, which is a systematic method for presenting material in small steps, pausing to check for student understanding and eliciting active and successful participation from students. ATTL uses the Learning Horizons and Steck Vaughn curriculum for math and language arts. These curriculums are developed by professional educators and psychologists and teach children important educational concepts. All grade level specific lesson plans and direct instruction components are directly aligned with Georgia Performance and national standards. There is no data available for this provider Approved by the State Board of Education June 30, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 19

19 3900 Edgewater Drive Orlando, FL Website: Tutor U Contact Person: Betty Lou Anderson [email protected] Phone: (770) x144 FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Reading, 3-8 Math Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $50 Educate! Motivate! Celebrate! We believe if the child is in our seat we can help them. Our program is designed with the highest regard for helping struggling learners in Georgia. We tutor students in Kindergarten through 8th grade in reading or math. Our professionally trained tutors, most of whom are certified teachers from local school and community are trained to ensure that our students are always supervised. We are in our fifth year of operation. Our program is housed mainly in the local schools. Our classes are held two days a week for 90 minutes each day and we tutor in small groups and large groups. A key component of our program is goal setting with all parties; parents and school personnel participate following an examination of available school data and an analysis of a diagnostic pretest. With this information, we develop an Individual Student Plan (ISP) with specific goals and individualized curriculum for the student. We have aligned our curriculum and the master plan of each School District we serve. We present a progress report monthly to parents, teachers and school districts. Our company administers a post test to determine student growth and curriculum strengths and weaknesses. We are happy to report, there are significant reading and math gains in every school district we serve. Our company conducts initial and ongoing training for tutors. We celebrate learning at the end of the program by inviting parents, tutors, and students to a Completion Ceremony. At this ceremony we recognize each child's work ethic and regular attendance. Our tutoring company takes pride and counts it a privilege to provide supplemental services in Reading and Math to the students in the State of Georgia. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 15, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 20

20 860 Saint Marks Walk Suwanee, GA Website:!AAA+Learning Solutions Contact Person: LaShonda Foy [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: Place of Service: Internet/Online, Software Based, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends Transportation Provided? Yes Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 1-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 10-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 25 Cost to District (per hour): $85.00 The leadership and team of AAA+Learning Solutions has a thirty-five year plus experience base and a demonstrated record of effectiveness as evidenced by the increase in the percent of students scoring at proficiency levels in reading, math and writing, over the past 8 years. Serving grade levels 1-8, tutoring session are organized to support ratios of 1:1-8/noncomputer-based instruction and 1:1-10/computer-based instruction with 2-3, 60 minute sessions per week delivered after school hours at the school site. The Response To Intervention (RTI) approach guides the instructional model and only highly qualified, certified teachers deliver explicit instruction. Data, gathered through appropriate screening, and diagnostic progress monitoring, is analyzed and adjustments to instruction are made as needed. This process ensures that student-learning goals are realistic, attainable and achieved. Instructional materials, equipment, and software used are coordinated with the district, classroom program and aligned to the new Georgia Performance Standards. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 13, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 21

21 10600 Sepulveda Boulevard Suite 107 Mission Hills, CA Website: #1 in Learning Contact Person: Dr. Brandon Edwards [email protected] Phone: (866) FAX: (818) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Russian, Hebrew, Italian, Specialty Languages, if any? Armenian, French Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $65 #1 in Learning (#1L) provides tutoring for K-12 students in mathematics, reading, and English language arts in 7 states. Our desire is to groom the character and learning abilities of our students in order to help them meet and conquer the challenges of their educational career. Our program has been successfully helping students increase academic performance on class work, homework, and standardized tests for over 6 years. #1L students reflect an increase of at least 1 grade level when completing our program. We work with basic needs, special needs, and English Language learners through high quality instruction, 1 on 1 and small group settings, and motivational support. We schedule sessions in your home, at school, a local community center, or at a local library. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 13, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 22

22 1205 Highway 92 S Fayetteville, GA Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory 1 Life: Career/College Academic Empowerment Contact Person: Tammy Thomason Phone: (770) Website: FAX: (770) [email protected] Place of Service: Internet/Online, Software Based, Business Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: school year Max. Number of Students (all districts): 300 summer months Min. Number of Students (each district): 4 per grade level Cost to District (per hour): $50 - $80 1 Life: Career/College Academic Empowerment is a program of Prime Educational Services focusing on student's academic abilities regardless if they are at the lowest or highest level. In modern, technology-equipped facilities in Fayetteville, our teachers have 20+ years experience of providing excellence in improving a student's confidence so a career - college achievement, is possible. We provide tutoring, aptitude, academic assessment, career/college preparatory, entrance examinations, college/technical school selection and entrance applications. 1Life serves up to eight students in each session tailored to address specific academic areas. Each hour-long bi-weekly session (or two hour sessions on Saturday) includes instruction in study skills, remediation of academic weaknesses, review of foundational skills/concepts, preparation of students for content to be studied in the regular classroom, computer reinforcement, and acceleration for students performing at or above grade level. Instruction will be offered in reading/language arts and mathematics (K-12), science and social studies (9-12). Approved by the State Board of Education Sep 7, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 23

23 4651 Roswell Road, NE G601 Atlanta, GA Website: 1 to 1 Tutor Contact Person: Dawn Bradford [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, Hindi Subject(s) Served: Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 1 to 1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 3500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 0 Cost to District (per hour): $59 1 to 1 Tutor provides live, online, one on one Mathematics tutoring; our tutors communicate with students via a headset, microphone and cyber-tablet, which are provided to students free of charge. If a student does not have a computer and/or high-speed internet connection we will provide them for the duration of tutoring. Tutoring sessions generally take place 2-3 times per week and each session typically 1 hour in length. We assess student needs with both a Study Island curriculum grade specific assessment test and a company developed exam to set concrete goals with a timetable that is guided by the number of hours a student will be in our program. 1 to 1 Tutor has been providing online Mathematics tutoring since Our research shows that 76% of our SES students show significant improvement in academic achievement on their State test scores. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 13, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 24

24 878 Shadow Lakes Way Lithonia, GA Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory 4 Our Kids Education Services, LLC (formerly Get Smart Consulting) Contact Person: Suzette Daniel [email protected] Phone: (770) , (404) Website: FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish and Ethiopian Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 1-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 300 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $50-$60 Our program was developed by a former School Counselor/Graduation Coach/Curriculum Assistant Principal with over 25 years developing curriculum for at-potential students. With 9 years of collective service as an SES provider we have a proven record of success. We promote hands-on instruction and higher order thinking skills. Our tutors consist of mostly teachers who receive additional instructional and procedural training through 4 Our Kids. Materials used will include workbooks correlated to the GPS, additional textbooks, and resources which allow for adequate practice of skills. Our program is flexible to meet the schedules of parents and students. Services are provided at schools, community locations, or in-home. Transportation may be arranged for some locations. Group sizes are 1:1 up to 8:1. Tutoring is held between the hours of 3-9:00 p.m. 2 hours per day on weeknights and from 9 a.m. 6 p.m. for up to 4 hours on weekends and school holidays. Approved by the State Board of Education May 13, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 25

25 6816 Glenridge Drive NE Unit G Atlanta, GA Website: A Better Chance Tutoring, LLC Contact Person: Joseph Berchmans [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home Time of Service: After School, Weekends Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 1:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 20 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $65 Hablamos español! A Better Chance Tutoring, LLC provides one-on-one, in-home tutoring. We coordinate with your schedule, for your convenience! Tutoring services are 1-2 hours and 1-2 times per week, after school or weekends. For , our average percentage of improvement for reading fluency in grades 1-5 was 60%. Our curriculums are built on No Child Left Behind recommendations. Don t leave your child behind! Enroll with us today! Le proporcionamos con un tutor particular en el hogar. Coordinamos con su horario, para su conveniencia! Los servicios de tutor son 1-2 horas y 1-2 veces por semana, después de la escuela o en los fines de semana. De , nuestro porcentaje promedio del índice de superación de fluides de lectura en los grados 1-5 fue 60%. Nuestros planes de estudios fueron creados por las sugerencias de Ningún Niño Dejado Detrás. No deje a su niño atrás! Inscríbase hoy con nosotros! Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 26

26 4001 Presidential Pkwy #701 Atlanta, GA Website: A Love of Learning Tutoring Contact Person: Della Browder [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (888) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $68-$80 A Love of Learning Tutoring has assisted students in metropolitan Atlanta since We began as a faith-based nonprofit and have provided free and low-cost tutoring for students in low income communities for two years. Our purpose is to help students reach their highest potential by identifying their academic strengths and weaknesses, finding opportunities for improvement, and making the best use of their time to help them achieve and excel. Students attend for an average of two hours per day, two days per week and Saturday's up to 4-hrs. Well-qualified tutors are carefully selected and receive training in the best teaching practices. The curriculum is nationally recognized for effectiveness. When students enroll with Love of Learning Tutoring, staff administers a test all books and materials are provide for FREE as well as FREE transportation offered at selected sites. Approved by the State Board of Education Apr 27, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 27 Contact Title I with Questions at

27 3643 Walton Way Ext Suite 4 Augusta, GA Website: A to Z In-Home Tutoring Contact Person: June Jones [email protected] Phone: (866) x183, (762) FAX: (706) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $55 A to Z In-Home Tutoring provides in person, one-on-one instruction in the student s home/community setting or in small groups of 3-5 students. Our tutors work with children in Reading/Language Arts or Math. As one of the largest SES providers in Georgia for the past seven years, we are very experienced. Our curriculum is research-based and includes pre-testing to identify deficiencies in skill sets so that tutoring services are 100% customized and individualized to the student. We also use local and state assessments as well as parent and teacher recommendations to develop the goals on the student learning plan. A post-test is given to measure overall gains of the child and the new skills they have achieved. Strong teaching backgrounds and a comprehensive understanding of children s needs enable our tutors to develop learning skills, boost confidence, and enhance motivation. The tutoring schedule is flexible and determined by the student s family availability. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests A to Z In-Home Tutoring All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education May 13, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 28

28 900 Old Roswell Lakes Parkway Roswell, GA Website: A+ In Home Tutoring, Inc Contact Person: Tony Martinez [email protected] Phone: (813) FAX: (813) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 2-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 100 Min. Number of Students (each district): 3 Cost to District (per hour): $65 A+ In Home Tutoring provides highly individualized tutorial services to all students grades K-12 in reading and mathematics and services are designed to meet the educational needs of all students including students with disabilities and English Language Learners. This method of individualizing instruction is highly effective in raising student achievement levels and for this reason A+ In Home Tutoring provides services one-on-one, in-home as a primary teaching method with sessions taking place 1-2 times per week and session length ranging from 1-2 hours as determined by parent/guardian preference. The A+ In Home Tutoring program has proven to be effective especially with underachieving students with average increases in mastery around 20% from start to finish of the program. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 29

29 3845 Oakview Drive Powder Springs, GA Website: A+ Learning Academy, LLC Contact Person: Nicole Kelly [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends Transportation Provided? Yes Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 800 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $62 A+ Learning Academy (APLA) employs highly-trained instructional leaders who work to ensure that the goals of the No Child Left Behind Act are met. The APLA staff is comprised of skilled professionals possessing over seventeen years of educational experience and who have had remarkable success in closing achievement gaps with children of all learning styles. By using the latest educational technology paired with research-proven strategies each student is ensured a custom tailored learning experience. Students progress is monitored on an ongoing basis through various assessments such as The Diagnostic Reading Assessment (DRA), and Running Records. Our tutors work with children in Reading, Language Arts, and Math. The academy was founded on the belief that education shared with care and nurturing provides an awakening of the mind, rendering it able to more readily absorb and apply what is learned. Through a proper educational process, students are not developed as robots but instead, as critically-thinking individuals who are able to apply their learning in a way that uniquely expresses and defines who they are. We believe that success can be obtained, regardless of ethnicity and social status. APLA is committed to staffing employees with the ability to inspire all students to strive for their personal best. We provide tutoring before and after school, Saturdays and during the summer. Each session is 1.5 hours in length. We believe at APLA that learning should be fun, interactive and exciting. Tutoring schedules are arranged collaboratively with parents. We offer flexible scheduling options to ensure that all students are given the opportunity to obtain quality tutoring services. The founders of APLA believe that, while every child may not learn at the same pace, if the right tools are provided to arouse inner motivations, much can be accomplished in the learning process. Approved by the State Board of Education Sep 21, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 30

30 6380 Mill Creek Place Douglasville, GA Website: A+ Tutoring - A Division of Challenging Failure Contact Person: Maureen Shalinski [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: English, Mathematics, Georgia EOCT Grade(s) Served: 9-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 4:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 110 Min. Number of Students (each district): 18 Cost to District (per hour): $50 Challenging Failure Tutoring specializes in helping students with learning challenges. Based on over 30 teaching experience, we understand that not everyone learns the same way or at the same rate. Our tutors are experts in providing instruction in different ways. We pre test students to identify weaknesses and develop an instructional plan based on what they are expected to know for testing. Only after they have mastered one concept, do we move on to the next. Our average student showed a 93 point increase between their pre and posttest. Our Satisfaction Survey showed 100% of our students believe our tutoring improved their grades and 75% of parents would use our services again. Our tutoring groups of no more than 4 students per tutor meet one to two times a week for up to 2 hours at locations and on the days/times that are convenient. Materials are provided free. Approved by the State Board of Education May 11, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 31

31 2000 Riveredge Parkway, NW Suite 885 Atlanta, GA Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory Abacus In-Home Tutoring, Inc Contact Person: Michael O'Malley Phone: (877) Website: FAX: (850) [email protected] Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2,500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $65.00 Abacus In-Home Tutoring, Inc. delivers individualized instruction in English/language arts, reading and mathematics to all students in Kindergarten through twelfth grade, including those with disabilities and English language learners. For our inhome program, tutors travel directly to the student s home at times convenient to families. For our small group program (no more than 5 students per instructor), sessions are provided directly after school hours at safe, convenient locations that are accessible by public transportation. Abacus uses an individualized teaching model, emphasizing one-on-one attention to address students unique educational needs. Abacus will utilize pre-assessment results and input from school staff and parents to create a customized learning plan for each student. Tutorial sessions are typically 1 to 3 hours long, and usually take place 1 to 3 times per week. All materials are provided by Abacus. Students who complete the Abacus program show an average of a year s worth of growth! Approved by the State Board of Education May 4, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 32

32 1510 Calloway Loop Conyers, GA Website: ABOUTFACE! Reading Contact Person: Amanda Deal [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 6 Cost to District (per hour): $70 ABOUTFACE! Reading has been teaching reading to students throughout the Southeast for 11 years and has been an SES Provider in Georgia for four years. Our reading lessons are designed using the five scientifically-based strategies recommended by the National Reading Panel to increase reading skills. Every student is pre-tested to determine their unique needs and an Individualized Learning Plan is developed with teacher and parent input. Then, leveled books are chosen that reflect each student's current reading abilities. As students' mastery increases, additional tests pinpoint remaining skill gaps. Learning Plans are then updated to fill those gaps. Finally, post-tests are administered to gauge student improvement. Each child receives approximately 20 hours of tutoring, usually 1 hour sessions, twice weekly. All of our pupils will move to the next reading level or higher. Every child keeps every book they read. Lessons are held in LEA's, churches, libraries or other public area. We provide all materials including scripted lesson plans, books, word cards, and any other materials needed for the course of instruction. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests ABOUTFACE Reading All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math 0 No Data 55.2% English/ Language Arts 0 No Data 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2009 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 33

33 3090 Deans Bridge Road Augusta, GA Website: Achieve HighPoints CSRA Contact Person: Gregory Collier [email protected] Phone: (800) FAX: (706) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Community Center Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 1-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 0 Cost to District (per hour): $60.00 Achieve HighPoints CSRA is a Franchise of Achieve HighPoints which is a GA state approved SES provider for the last 4 years. We are an online math tutoring program that helps students in Grades 3 through 12 improve their math skills. We offer students self-paced tutoring aligned to the state curriculum standards. Our program is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week and students are required to complete 4 sessions each week. Each session is of l hour duration. Our virtual Math tutors all have degrees in Math or related fields. Parents have written to us to say that Achieve HighPoints has successfully helped their children improve their math grades significantly. According to the UGA survey, 82.5% students enrolled with us reported that their Math grade improved in school. 87.6% students were overall satisfied with our Tutoring services. 86.6% students will recommend us to their peers and 66.7% of students who tutored with us got a meets or exceeds on their CRCT or EOCT. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and not GaDOE. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 30, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 34

34 3318 Highway 5, #378 Douglasville, GA Website: Achieve Success Tutoring by University Instructors, Inc Contact Person: Tinisha Sharper [email protected] Phone: (888) FAX: (800) Place of Service: Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 8 Cost to District (per hour): $55.00 Achieve Success Tutoring (AST) provides up to 40 hours of tutoring for each student receiving SES services. Our sessions are either conducted at the school facility or an alternate site such as a Boy & Girls Club, local church etc. We meet with student(s) 2-3 times per week in 60 to 90 minute sessions. We focus on small group instruction with a 4:1 ratio. We require a minimum of five (5) students to provide services in a school district. AST conducts an individual pre assessment and prepares an Individualized Student Plan (ISP) for each child. We use high quality research-based methods and materials in our daily sessions. We present a Student Progress Report to parents every two weeks. At the conclusion of the program, a post assessment is conducted and a final Student Progress Report is provided to parents. AST employs a diverse network of certified teachers, retired educators, graduate students and degreed specialists who are committed to helping students be successful. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 7, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 35

35 P. O. Box Decatur, GA Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory AchieveResults Tutorial and Educational Consulting, LLC Contact Person: Dr. Allison N.W. Brown [email protected] Phone: (404) Website: FAX: (888) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 750 Min. Number of Students (each district): 40 (open for negotiation with LEA) Cost to District (per hour): $55-$65 The AchieveResults Tutorial program was developed by a former mathematics university professor and middle school math educator, and has a proven record for improving students academic achievement in reading and mathematics on the CRCT! The president of AchieveResults Tutorial has over 21 years experience in education and educational leadership, and AchieveResults Tutorial has successfully tutored students in Georgia and other states since Because of our small group instruction, our Tutors are able to identify and work on students individual weaknesses, based on Pre-Test results, previous student performance in school, and parental involvement. Student mastery is closely monitored, and parents receive monthly progress reports. The AchieveResults Tutorial program meets 1 ½ to 2 hours after school, twice weekly at students school (with principal s permission), or at a local public center within the students community. Saturday tutorials are offered in selected locations. ALL ACHIEVERESULTS PROGRAMS ARE TAUGHT WITHIN THE STUDENTS SCHOOL DISTRICT/ LOCAL COMMUNITY. All instructional materials are provided, and are aligned with the Georgia Performance Standards, and the Common Core State Standards that students must master for success in school and on the CRCT. Staff includes certified, special education, English Language Learner teachers, and retired school administrators. This tutorial program is FREE for eligible students and FREE TRANSPORTATION is provided at selected tutorial sites. If you are looking for results, count on AchieveResults Tutorial. Contact your child s school or call AchieveResults at for more information. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Achieve Results All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 22, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 36

36 3564 Serenity Lane Lithonia, GA Website: Achieving Excellence, LLC Contact Person: Sharese A. Williams [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 3:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 10 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $65 Achieving Excellence is a new SES provider offering fun, creative, hands-on activities which sharpen test-taking skills, build self-confidence, and promote positive attitudes. We tutor students in grades 3-12 in Reading, Language Arts, and Mathematics. Our program delivers, research-based instruction that is specifically designed to increase academic achievement. Services are provided in-home, at local library, or community center. Students receive one on one instruction or small group instruction (not to exceed 3 students). Sessions are 1 2 hours in length (Mon-Sun), not to exceed 4 hrs per week. All instructors are either certified teachers or tutoring professionals with many years of experience. Students engage in problem solving and creative learning to expand learning. We accommodate each student s individual needs and learning style(s). Instructional material and resources are aligned with Georgia Performance Standards. Technology and games are integrated in the lessons to increase understanding. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and GaDOE. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 37

37 3115 Roswell Road NE Suite 202 Marietta, GA Website: All About Math = Math Doctor Contact Person: Selena Atkinson [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 1-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $75 All About Math (DBA The Math Doctor) has 16 years of success helping students excel to their full potential in mathematics. All of the instructors have math degrees and are energetic about teaching math. The program is designed for 1st -12th grades. Tutoring is provided at your local community center, library, or in-home for your convenience. The program begins with a diagnostic assessment, and is tailored to meet the student's individual needs. Sessions are scheduled for 2 hours twice a week. Weekends are available as well. Progress reports are given monthly. The Math Doctor also has tutors who speak Spanish to maximize the learning and parent communication experience. (5 students minimum) Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests All About Math = Math Doctor All SES Providers Reading 0 No Data 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts 0 No Data 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 29, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 38

38 3939 Lavista Road Suite E-404 Atlanta, GA Website: ASP, Inc Contact Person: Jackie Boone [email protected] Phone: (770) , (404) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? Yes Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, Creole Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 35 Cost to District (per hour): $40.00-$60.00 After School Programs, Inc. has been providing tutoring in reading and math to thousands of Florida students since Over 90% of the students enrolled in our program demonstrated learning gains in reading and or math as measured by post assessment testing. For your convenience tutoring may be held before school, after-school, or weekends at various locations such as your home, child s school, community center or religious facility. Individual or small group tutoring is conducted by certified teachers. A student learning plan is created for each child based on their academic needs. ASP s curriculum is research based and aligned to the Georgia Performance Standards. Parents receive a written monthly report detailing their child s progress. All instructors have been background screened and cleared by the school district. Join the 94% of satisfied parents and start your child on the road to success today. Approved by the State Board of Education May 17, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 39

39 20674 Hall Road Clinton Township, MI Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory ATS Project Success Contact Person: Phone: John Leece Website: FAX: (586) [email protected] (770) , (800) x268 Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 1-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $60.00 ATS Project Success offers eligible K-8 students support in English Language Arts (including reading) and Mathematics. We offer services online in the comfort and safety of the student s home with a loaned, pre-programmed computer and dial-up Internet service at no cost to parents. We assess students to determine the student s instructional level and learning objectives. Next, we set and adjust the curriculum to provide activities at the appropriate level. We encourage students to complete two one-hour sessions per week. Our staff monitors student progress online and follows-up with s to the student and calls to their parents once each week. We also provide parents with monthly written reports (English/Spanish) and work with schools and teachers to make sure the student s efforts in our program are helping them success in the classroom as well. The students use the Success Maker program from Pearson Digital Learning. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 10, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 40

40 3500 Piedmont Road, NE Suite 310 Atlanta, GA Website: augusthouse.com August House Contact Person: William Stephen Floyd [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Internet/Online Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading Grade(s) Served: K-5 Student\Tutor Ratio: 10:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $50 August House uses highly engaging stories from around the world with colorful animations, entertaining read along files, carefully illustrated picture books and targeted practice assignments to build the specific reading skills each student needs to succeed on the CRCT. The self-paced program is aligned to the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) for grades K-5. It can be used individually or in a small group. The program and assignments are highly interactive and guide the students to practice exactly the skills that they need to master. Students will need to have internet access and are expected to use the program twice a week for one hour at home, at a library, a community center or other facility with an internet connection. Each student is assessed throughout the program and the results are used to build and Individual Student Profile (ISP) that identifies specific strengths and weaknesses matching the GPS. Progress is measured, tracked and reported to ensure that the student is practicing the specific reading skills that he or she needs to build. When students complete a story unit, they take the book home to build their own personal reading library. After completing the program, on average the students will improve their reading skills by 10% or more on standardized tests. No transportation required. This highly engaging instructional model was developed over four years of research and testing. As a result, the program targets emerging and struggling readers who need to develop stronger skills and confidence in phonics, vocabulary, comprehension and fluency as defined by the Georgia Performance Standards. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 23, 2009 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 41

41 13 Brittany Way, NE Atlanta, GA Website: Back To Basics, Inc Contact Person: Gary R. DeCarlo [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 50 Cost to District (per hour): $55 Back To Basics, Inc. is going into its ninth year of providing tutorial services in the metro Atlanta area, seven of those years as an SES provider through the No Child Left Behind Program. Back To Basics, Inc. focuses on Reading, Language Arts, and Mathematics instruction for grades K-8. Our coaches work with your children one-on-one in your home or with small groups of no more than eight students in a non-competitive environment (library, community center, etc.). We offer extensive academic assessments which target your child s current academic strengths and weaknesses. As a result, each student will receive customized instruction based upon their individual needs. Upon completion of our program, students have shown significant and consistent improvement, often increasing academic performance by one or two letter grades. Back To Basics, Inc. provides tutorial services seven days a week, and we typically schedule two, 2-hour sessions per week. These sessions are scheduled at a time that is convenient for the student, parent/guardian, and the academic coach. We look forward to becoming Your Academic Solution! Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Back to Basics, Inc. All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Nov 17, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 42

42 3278 Yorktown Drive Roswell, GA Website: Banneker, Inc Contact Person: Phillip Norris [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: Place of Service: Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 8 Cost to District (per hour): $60.00 Our programs have been mentoring and tutoring students of targeted neighborhoods since This new SES Provider qualification is an exciting addition for our Georgia certified teachers, and tutoring professionals. Our love for learning and for children keeps us relevant and high-performing. Our individual pre-assessments and post-assessments guide lesson plans and match tutors using best practices that are aligned with Georgia Performance Standards. We utilize research-based strategies and progress reports, discuss the child s academic growth with parents and promote teacher feedback. Small group sizes of 8 or less, allow tutors the flexibility to offer more individualized instruction that enhances student mastery of the subject area. We work with LEA and community facilities to provide a comfortable learning environment wherever possible. Our perspectives from parent to teacher to professional workforce supervisor is a continuing journey to understand all factors in our children s learning environment to meet and exceed stakeholder expectations. Approved by the State Board of Education Aug 19, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 43

43 863 Flat Shoals Road, SE Suite C Conyers, GA Website: C2 Education Conyers Center Contact Person: Dr. Demetris Geddis [email protected] Phone: (770) , (757) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, Korean and Chinese Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2400 Min. Number of Students (each district): 3 Cost to District (per hour): $50 Over the years, C2 has compiled statistics as to how many hours of instruction it takes to raise students from a given level of performance (as measured by our initial assessment using the California Achievement Test) to a desired level set in the program goals (worked out by parent and C2 center director). While most students come on average 2 times a week, that figure is flexible and depends on the amount of improvement required. Therefore, the 2 hour figure above is a typical program. However, each program, including number of sessions per week is tailored to the needs of each student. The 2 hour session is standard to allow for sufficient instruction and practice and to ensure a consistent schedule during the week so that we can ensure that students have guaranteed availability when they come to C2. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 8, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 44

44 6455 East Johns Crossing Suite 402 Duluth, GA Website: C2 Education Duluth Contact Person: John Thomas [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Korean, Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2400 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $50 Since its inception in C2 Educational Systems has provided individualized tutoring to K-12 students in all academic areas. It has been an SES provider in the State of Georgia from 2006 through Each student is assessed prior to enrollment to determine strengths and weaknesses in order to establish a customized program of instruction. Instruction is then delivered in 2-hour increments by a highly qualified tutor with no more than 5 students per tutor. C2 uses a combination of curriculum materials from national publishers as well as materials used in the local districts. C2 provides tutoring services Monday through Thursday (after school), and all day Saturday. C2 has an extraordinary track record in helping its students raise their grade point average, SAT scores, and passing their state exams. Instruction is tied to the Georgia Performance Standards and can include school assignments. Each center is located in a shopping center and is fully equipped with all necessary curriculum and materials. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 14, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 45

45 510 Pleasant Hill Road, NW Suite E Lilburn, GA Website: C2 Education Lilburn Center Contact Person: Natalie Martz [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? Yes Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Korean, Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2400 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $50 C2 Education, since its incorporation in 2000, has provided individualized tutoring to K-12 students in all academic areas. It has been an SES provider in the state of Georgia for 3 years. Each student is assessed prior to enrollment to determine strengths and weaknesses and to establish a customized program of instruction. Instruction is delivered in 2-hour sessions by a highly qualified tutor with no more than 5 students per tutor. C2 offers tutoring after school Monday Thursday, and all day Saturday in our Gwinnett center. In other districts, tutoring is provided in the home, school or local community center. C2 has an extraordinary track record in raising student achievement, helping all of its Georgia students pass their state exams, boosting grade point averages, and SAT scores. Instruction is tied to Georgia Performance Standards and can include school assignments. Lilburn Education C2 is a franchise of C2 Education. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 14, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 46

46 P.O. Box Snellville, GA Website: CARES Contact Person: Monica Davis [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12; only 5-8 for Social Studies Student\Tutor Ratio: 10:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 100 Min. Number of Students (each district): 0 Cost to District (per hour): $55 Child & Adolescent Resource Education Services, LLC (CARES) is a Georgia state approved SES provider. Our motto is: We do all we can because we care! We assist some students with special needs or disabilities. We offer assistance in Reading and Math in grades K-12, and Social Studies for middle school students. CARES offers one-on-one tutoring as well as group tutoring in the student home, or a public location agreed on with each parent. CARES creates an individualized student plan for each child with a goal of them achieving 80% or above on lessons to prepare them for the CRCT, GHSGT, or EOCT. Pre and post tests along with specific quizzes for the student s individual needs are provided during the one hour twice a week tutoring sessions after school hours. We would like the opportunity to serve your family as your child becomes a life long learner. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and not GADOE. Approved by the State Board of Education May 9, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 47

47 - NOT SERVING DEKALB COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM - Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory 3902 Brentmoor Court Kennesaw, GA Website: Carter, Reddy, and Associates, Inc Contact Person: Julia Collier [email protected] Phone: (866) FAX: (248) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Distance Learning, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 non-computer/10-1 computer Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $55 Carter, Reddy & Associates utilizes Reciprocal Teaching strategies to tutor students in reading and mathematics. In reading, depending on their age and skill level, they receive tutoring in phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary skills, comprehension, and oral reading fluency. English language learners receive tutoring based on their competence with English language. In mathematics, students are tutored in specific areas based on their needs: whole numbers, numeration, fractions, decimals, percents, geometry, pre-algebra, measurement, etc. They learn specific problem-solving strategies that help them maneuver mathematical equations. Students are tutored in small groups for sessions lasting one-two hours. After school session times range from 3-7pm. Potential facilities include homes of students, students' school(s), community centers, faith based centers, libraries, and C & R sites. The techniques we employ have been validated and deemed effective by reading and learning research, and studies have shown that students improve in as little as 20 days of tutoring. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and GaDOE. Number of SES Students in the Analysis Student Achievement Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Carter, Reddy, & Associates, Inc. All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 58.0% English/Language Arts % 76.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 30, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 48

48 4919 Flat Shoals Pkwy, Ste. 107B-138 Decatur, GA Website: CASA Luisa, Inc Contact Person: Rosa Fitzhugh [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: Place of Service: Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, French, Vietnamese, Somali, Burundi Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-5 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $45-$65 CASA Luisa Inc. is a research based reading & math program with emphasis in English to speakers of other languages (ESOL) for over four years. Our program has been proven to be effective in assisting students with passing performance on the CRCT as well as daily academic work. Our sessions range between 1-4 hours weekly including weekends for all students who are a part of the program. Our tutors are ESOL trained in Sheltered Instruction. Observation Protocol (SIOP), and provide assistance in homes and/or schools or neighboring facilities. Our tutors combine one on one instruction along with computer assistance such as distance based learning in their delivery approach after a thorough individualized initial assessment is completed. We utilize various means of communication to keep our p parents informed such as translators and bilingual progress reports. We look forward to serving your students. Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 49

49 6380 Mill Creek Place Douglasville, GA Website: Challenging Failure Contact Person: Maureen Shalinski [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Public Library, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: 1-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 4-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 125 Min. Number of Students (each district): 12 Cost to District (per hour): $50 CF Tutoring specializes in helping students who have not been successful with traditional teaching. Based on 15 years of experience, we understand that not everyone learns the same way or at the same rate. Using a web based test to identify what your student has not learned, we develop an instructional plan based on the Georgia Performance Standards & the test they are expected to pass. Only after they have mastered one concept, do we move on to the next. Our average student showed a 93 point increase between their pre and posttest. The materials we use are aligned to the Georgia Standards and are provided free. Our tutoring groups of no more than 4 students per tutor meet once or twice a week for up to 2 hours per session generally at the local library. Sessions are available 7 days a week. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Challenging Failure All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 30, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 50

50 3001 NW 22nd Avenue Miami, FL Website: Citi Church Contact Person: Jakeisha Thompson [email protected] Phone: (305) FAX: (305) Place of Service: Internet/Online, Software Based, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 200 Min. Number of Students (each district): 15 Cost to District (per hour): $65 The Citi Church Tutoring program has provided small-group tutoring for grades K-12 in reading and math for the past four years to over 800 students. Our staff of state-certified teachers and paraprofessionals has over 40 years of experience and are passionate about the success of each child. We create a tutoring environment that makes learning fun, engaging and effective for each student. Along with our 100% parent and school principal approval rating, over 90% of enrolled students show significant learning gains as a result program. For each assigned student we complete an analysis of school data, administer diagnostic assessments, and develop individualized learning plans. Students are placed into small groups (1:8), based on their academic needs and receive from hours of supplemental instruction. While in these small groups, tutors use our proven curriculum, aligned with Georgia Performance Standards, to actively engage students in a rewarding learning experience. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 8, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 51

51 116 St. Clair Drive Conyers, GA Website: Collier Tutoring Services Contact Person: Corrie Collier [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 4:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 4 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $55 At Collier Tutoring Services, we provide one-on-one or small group tutoring. Our tutors work with students, K - 12th grade, in mathematics. We tailor our educational approach in accordance with the Georgia Performance Standards to meet the needs of each student. These needs are identified through grade level pre-assessments along with feedback from teachers and parents/guardians. Whether the student is an auditory or visual learner, our methods have been proven to increase mathematical knowledge and test scores. We meet with the student in a structured environment, whether in the home or community. At Collier Tutoring Services, our qualified staff attends workshops and trainings to ensure we are current on the latest teaching methods and technology as it relates to mathematical instruction. Our ultimate goal is to help the student develop a connection between conceptual development, computational skills, and problem solving that will assist in mathematics and in other disciplines. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 52

52 6458 Shadow Court Douglasville, GA Website: twittie.ning.com Community Threads, Inc Contact Person: Everette Spencer [email protected] Phone: (614) FAX: (614) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: After School Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $75 Community Threads, is a not-for-profit organization, and as a six year veteran has the mission to achieve academic excellence, servicing students for three days a week in two hours sessions. Our approach is to increase the knowledge of resources by using highly qualified teachers and state standard curriculum and study guides. We will provide a safe zone and drug free environment for our participating youth. We involve the parents, teachers and all students in out assessment process. All instructional materials are provided with completion incentives. Take home books, gift cards and school supplies will be provide to all youth. Approved by the State Board of Education Mar 22, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 53

53 8075 Mall PKWY Suite Lithonia, GA Website: Cool Kids Learn, Inc Contact Person: Cutari Cotton [email protected] Phone: (800) x229, (786) FAX: (866) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, Haitian Creole Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $70 Cool Kids Learn, a nationwide non-profit educational organization, has been in the forefront of quality academic tutoring and enrichment programming for 10 years. Our mission is to help students build the academic skills and the love of learning they need to succeed in school and in life. We focus on strong partnerships with the school, district and parent so that our students will make significant improvement. Our recent history of documented test score improvements shows that up to 94% of our students improved reading and math skills by up to 40%, with students at greatest risk showing some of the largest gains. And parent and classroom teacher satisfaction surveys suggest that our students have become more engaged in learning. We give parents and students options of where when and where tutoring can take place, such as at the school itself, at a community center, or in the home. We consult with the school on what the student needs to improve, and we conduct our own testing, in order to create a custom-made program for each student. We will accommodate the student's special way of learning and we will match each one with the tutor and group best suited to needs. English Language Learners are welcome and we provide special materials for rapid improvement of basic skills. Site supervisors keep contact with parents, tutors and schools, so that each student is receiving proper attention. Our Steps to Success trade mark materials cover all the major Reading and Math strands and engage students in fun and meaningful ways to complement regular classroom instruction. Cool Kids Learn was elected to the Florida and Tennessee Department of Education Advisory Panels; in recognition of our quality-driven programs, and we are proud to be able to serve Georgia students and their parents once again in Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Cool Kids Learn, Inc. All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 76.0% Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 54

54 2774 N Cobb Pkwy Suite 109 # 352 Kennesaw, GA Website: Core Innovations & Support Contact Person: Dean Holliday [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (888) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 25 Cost to District (per hour): $55 - $60 Core Innovations and Support s research-based tutorial program utilizes instructional strategies that are proven to increase academic achievement. Our goal is to help students grow academically by setting individual goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely (SMART). Core Innovations and Support is passionate about student achievement and strives to make learning fun. Instructional materials are completely aligned with Georgia Performance Standards to ensure mastery of required objectives. Our employees are accessible, and tutors give weekly feedback to parents regarding student progress. Tutorial sessions will be conducted at school sites within the school district. Snacks and transportation will be provided at most sites. Student recognition is provided throughout the program to motivate each student to reach his/her highest potential. Diagnostic screeners are administered to establish baseline data, identify weaknesses, and measure growth. Core Innovations and Support ensures academic sustainability which positively impacts student achievement. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and GaDOE. Approved by the State Board of Education Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 55

55 174 Helms Wood Circle SW Marietta, GA Website: divinesports.com Divine Sports, Inc Contact Person: Calvin Days [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 300 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Our company has been providing tutoring services for 3 years and is an experienced Supplemental Educational Services provider that has built a solid reputation among students, parents, and districts as a provider of services that are organized, of high quality, rewarding and responsive to the needs of students and parents. We offer one-on-one or small group instruction 60 minutes for 2-3 days a week to students in reading. Services are offered at the student's school, home or community center. We use certified teachers, paraprofessionals and other qualified personnel that are experienced in working with struggling students. Our instructors include special education teachers, guidance counselors, teachers that hold a reading endorsement, and tutors that are fluent in Spanish. Our process begins with communicating with parents and teachers to determine subject assessments or our own assessments. We then diagnose student needs using existing district assessments or our own assessments. We use these assessment results, along with parent and teacher feedback, to create 2 to 3 reading goals for the Student Learning Plan. Our reading curriculum correlates with the Georgia Performance Standards and has helped students improve their grades and performance on state tests. We provide students with strategies that will help them achieve long-term success. By using teacher and peer modeling, graphic organizers, and hands-on manipulatives, students with unique learning needs will benefit from our individualized approach. We create a learning environment that is enjoyable for students in order to encourage active participation and optimum mastery of skills. We also provide daily snacks, student incentives on a weekly basis, perfect attendance prizes and program completion awards to motivate students to have good attendance throughout the entire program. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 25, 2009 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 56

56 3199 Walnut Ridge Road Atlanta, GA Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory Website: Dr. Al Science Education Services, LLC Contact Person: Dr. Alvin Harmon Phone: (404) FAX: (770) [email protected] Place of Service: Internet/Online, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Science Curriculum Grade(s) Served: 9-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 100 Min. Number of Students (each district): 12 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Dr. Al Science Education Services has completed its 3rd year as an SES provider and offers highly effective science enrichment in biology, chemistry, and physics for 9th thru 12th grade students. Students tutored by this company improve significantly in their comprehension and application of science concepts, and achieve higher grades in science. Students receive three (3) hours of tutoring per week which may be delivered in one (1) or two (2) sessions. Sessions on weekdays are held after school between the hours of 3pm and 7pm. Sessions on Saturday mornings are between 8am-12:30pm, and on Sunday between 3pm-6pm. We provide all materials and tutors use relevant examples, web animations, hands on activities, discussions, study problems, and practice quizzes to assess student learning and to help students master science concepts. Dr. Al Science Education Services is committed to helping students and we constantly look forward to helping the next student(s). Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Dr. Al Science Education Services, LLC All SES Providers Reading 0 No Data 75.0% Math 0 No Data 55.2% English/ Language Arts 0 No Data 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 20, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 57

57 39 The Crescent Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory Newnan, GA Website: our_programs/ supplemental_educational_services/ state_pages/georgia Educate Online Learning Contact Person: Jeremy Bender [email protected] Phone: (770) , (410) FAX: (410) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 3:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1200 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $90 Educate Online has successfully served more than 56,000 students since 2002, including more than 1,400 in Georgia since On average, students who complete our math program gain at least a grade level. This also positively impacts inschool performance and grades. All instruction takes place on a computer and headset provided by Educate Online. Educate Online will also arrange internet connectivity, if needed. To ensure student safety, the computers are loaded with security software embedded in the operating system only allowing students to access the Educate Online program until they complete their tutoring. Students typically take two to four 60 minute sessions each week. Using headset and computer, they will be taught by a live instructor. All sessions take place in the safety and convenience of each student's home - eliminating the need for transportation. Sessions are available seven days a week and are taught by U.S. state-certified teachers with at least two years of teaching experience. Student-to-teacher ratios do not exceed 3:1. Students take an assessment test at the beginning of the Educate Online program to provide a baseline for determining an individualized learning plan. A Prescription Monitor reviews each plan to ensure that the skills are matched up properly and the curriculum is appropriate for that student. The plan presents content areas where the student is struggling, specific skills or strategies needed and examples of skills or strategies in use. Educate Online is able to serve ELL, special education, and disabled students given their ability to perform the necessary computer related functions. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Educate Online, Inc. All SES Providers Reading Removed in this subject by the State Board of Education Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 58

58 4305 Old House Lane Conley, GA Website: Education Advantage!, LLC Contact Person: Maiya Stokes [email protected] Phone: (877) FAX: Place of Service: Student Home, Provider Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): 80 Education Advantage has been a national leading provider of high-quality tutoring for over 4 years and has had the pleasure of servicing the students of Georgia since We offer services in READING and MATH for Kindergarten through 8th grades. Our program uses the Georgia Coach curriculum, which is designed to help students not only pass the state exams but to excel in the classroom as well. After being in our program, students achieve an average increase in scores of 15%. Using highly-qualified teachers, we host small group sessions where there are 3-5 students per teacher, held 2-3 days per week (usually at the child's school) for 1 1/2 to 2 hours each. Individual instruction is available as well. We also provide tutoring on SATURDAYS, if needed. SIGN UP TODAY! Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 7, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 59

59 296 Sunset Ave NW Atlanta, GA Website: Educational Enterprises Inc Contact Person: Myron Baccus [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 35 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Educational Enterprises is a tutoring and consulting company that was founded by Dr. Glenna Tyler in We have provided SES tutoring for 7 school years beginning in Since Educational Enterprises has been successful in assisting numerous schools in meeting AYP; Riley and Barden Elementary schools in Macon, Georgia and Rutherford Elementary in Detroit, Michigan. We have also assisted other schools in raising their student s academic achievement on state standards; Weaver Middle School in Macon, Georgia, Campbell Middle School, Carson Middle School and Turner Middle School all in Atlanta, Georgia Programs will be conducted at schools, churches or community centers for participating students. Sessions last from 1.0 hours to 2.0 hours per day with an average session being 1.5 hours. (Some Saturday programs run 3.0 hours 4 days per month). Sessions will run 2-3 days per week. Program hours will run depending on school district. All tutoring programs will begin with Achieve assessment test for K-12. After students' strengths and weaknesses have been determined an individualized plan is developed to target specific areas and skill gaps for tutoring. Goals and objectives will be determined by identifying skill gaps and correlating them to state standards for mastery. Student progress will be monitored daily. A monthly progress report and a detailed tutoring log will be sent home. As students master goals and objectives this will be noted on the tutoring log, then new goals and objectives will be determined for mastery. All materials will be provided by Educational Enterprises, if technology is needed for service delivery it will be available either at school sites, churches or community centers for all students. Educational Enterprises has provided SES to Georgia students for 7 school cycles beginning in to current Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Educational Enterprises, Inc. All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts 0 No Data 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jan 12, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 60

60 2102 The Valley Ne Atlanta, GA Website: Educational Escapades Contact Person: Robert Evans [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (313) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): 50 Educational Escapades believes that all students can learn while having fun. Our mathematics & Language Arts K-8 instruction is focused on high expectations for all (general and special needs population) students. Tutors deliver learning strategies using student data to meet individual needs. Students are tested, given individual plans and materials that will address their own needs. Mathematics sessions teach students math skills (solving problems, counting money, etc). Our Language Arts program develops comprehension skills (reasoning, vocabulary, analyzing evidence) and help students improve their writing. Students improve reading by practicing blending sounds and reading information. Information is taught through demonstration and practiced until fully understood and each child can apply it. Students practice after school, in school or library up to two hours. Scheduling is flexible and tutor ratio is 8:1 or one on one. We ve been in business for 3 years and continue to strive to improve student academic achievement. Approved by the State Board of Education May 10, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 61

61 8406 Waverly Drive Jonesboro, GA Website: EduTech Cognitive Therapy, LLC Contact Person: Roderica James [email protected] Phone: (313) , (770) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home, Provider Home, Internet/Online, Software Based,, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 10:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 25 Cost to District (per hour): $65.00 EduTech Cognitive Therapy provides free on-line and off-line tutoring in reading and mathematics to K-12 students. Our tutoring program utilizes a variety of fun and effective techniques that are proven to help increase the academic achievement levels of all students, including those with special educational needs (e.g., LD, ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, at risk for failing, and ELL-Spanish-speaking). Our highly-qualified tutors' service students in schools, churches, provider site or in the home; and many are Sp. Ed. Certified. Students attend up to 6 hours per week, after school, weekends, also summer, and they receive a total of 32 hours of highintensity tutoring in one-on-one or small group sessions. Tutors diagnose each student's needs, and prepare individualized learning plans that utilize direct tutor instruction and computer-based programs, designed to help increase academic achievement, and improvement learning and memory skills. Monthly progress is reported to parents and skills growth is measured at the end of the program. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests EduTech Cognitive Therapy, LLC All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 30, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 62

62 1035 Abercorn Dr., SW Atlanta, GA Website: Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow (Inc.) Contact Person: William Harris [email protected] Phone: (888) x2400 FAX: (614) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 1:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): 60 Electronic Classroom Of Tomorrow is a nonprofit organization that provides quality online individualized live tutoring by licensed highly qualified teachers in a real-time setting. Tutoring can take place in the home, school or at any other location with computer and internet access of the parents choice such as a library, community center, or a business. Headsets are sent to all students, so they can actively participate in live tutoring session. Our Educators use research based strategies that have demonstrated success based upon individual students needs as determined with input of parents and your child s teachers following Georgia s Performance Standards. Based on frequency and length of the instruction (we suggest one hour three days per week) and the specific skills to be provided, progress will be monitored weekly or bi-weekly. Results will be sent to parent and teachers and a mid-point conference will be provided. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 6, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 63

63 160 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, GA Website: Empowerment of Minds Contact Person: Sandra Ferguson [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Provider Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1,500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 8 Cost to District (per hour): $50 Empowerment of Minds Learning Centers provides customized tutorial services for students grades K-12. Tutoring is available in Math, Reading, and English/Language Arts. Empowerment of Minds is designed to close academic gaps, develop testtaking strategies, and assist in preparing students for the Criterion-Referenced Competency Test (CRCT), Georgia High School Graduation Tests (GHSGT), and Georgia Alternate Assessment (GAA) state mandated test. Parents may choose our Saturday School, with Free Transportation and Free Lunch; Our Personalized one on one in home tutoring; as well as tutoring during afterschool and weekends, at other selected community sites. Empowerment of Minds small group sessions fosters a safe secure environment that allows for academic growth, creativity, and character building. Our tutors are certified teachers and other highly experienced educators. Students receive pre and post assessment test to indentify instructional level. Individual student skill gaps, strengths, and weaknesses are identified in an individualized student plan. Students receive monthly progress reports to chart their strengths and weaknesses. Empowerment of Minds will develop, nurture each student, and positively influence their self esteem. Our goal is to renew confidence and a sense of interest in learning so that each student will be successful in the classroom and abroad. Parents have reported a significant gain in grades, performance level growth on the CRCT, attendance, and self esteem as a result of their child completing tutorial with Empowerment of Minds Learning Centers. Approved by the State Board of Education May 24, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 64

64 201 Brighton Point Atlanta, GA Website: Empowerment Tutoring Contact Person: Stephanie Wanza [email protected] Phone: (678) , (678) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish and Haitian Creole Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $70 At Empowerment Tutoring we believe that success in school leads to success in life. Therefore, our mission is to empower students to achieve academic excellence through building self-esteem, and educational competence in a safe environment that is conducive to learning for students in grades K-12 in all major subject areas including reading/ language arts, mathematics and science. Our mission is accomplished through the use of key instructional materials, highly qualified instructors, and the use of research-based teaching strategies. Parents play a vital role in the success of students therefore, we consult regularly with them in order to support student learning and goals. We provide a quality-driven program that is aligned with State academic content and student academic achievement standards. Our program has had a high level of effectiveness in increasing student academic achievement Empowerment Tutoring offers services after school, weekends and during the summer. Approved by the State Board of Education May 17, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 65

65 180 Olmstead Trace Newnan, GA Website: Envision Learning Contact Person: Yancena Perry [email protected] Phone: (770) , (678) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 1-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 4000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): 60 Envision Learning has been tutoring and mentoring kids since In addition to other services, we provide online math tutoring using (ALEKS) Assessment and Learning in Knowledge Spaces, a web-based artificially intelligent assessment and learning system. Our program is aligned with the Georgia Performance Standards GPS). Students using ALEKS consistently, result in test scores increasing and overall mastery of basic math facts. Following the initial assessment, ALEKS generates a pie chart to display student results. The report describes the student s current knowledge of the subject and creates an (ISP) Individual Student Plan. Computer/Internet is provided for students who do not have access. Students have the flexibility to tutor at home. We encourage 2-4 hours of tutoring per week. Students must complete a minimum of 35 hours of tutoring within the school year and the cost to District is $60.00 per hour. Students can continue to tutor unlimited hours through the end of the school year. Approved by the State Board of Education May 12, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 66

66 - NOT SERVING DEKALB COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM - Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory 10 Shurs Lane Philadelphia, PA Website: eschool House Contact Person: Mimi Rothschild [email protected] Phone: (215) FAX: (215) Place of Service: Internet/Online, Business Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? Yes Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 10-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): 50 eschoolhouse has almost ten years of providing tutoring to K-12 students. The effectiveness of schoolhouses' instructional program has been well established and documented through high stakes test results, matriculation into university and higher grades. Families choose our private schools year after year. eschoolhouse provides 1:1 tutoring to students through the Internet using its proprietary instant, real time communication software designed for K-12 education. Students work in their home using computers and software provided free of charge. After all student performance data is amassed, a specially trained Academic Advisor is assigned to each student. The Academic Advisor administers the Passkey diagnostic and prescriptive testing; the results coupled with performance data are analyzed to develop the Individual Education Plan (IEP). Tutoring sessions are scheduled based on the requirements set forth in the customized IEP. Certified teachers who are also subject matter experts provide tutoring online. eschool House curriculum allows students the flexibility to work at their own pace. Special needs students and quick learners both are able to achieve academic success by taking as much time as they need to comprehend the course material-no more, no less. With over 150 course offerings, the unique curriculum is delivered through the Internet and includes a combination of online and offline components, including E-texts, traditional textbooks, workbooks, CD-ROMs and other interactive multimedia. Lessons are designed to contain about 45 minutes of work. Academic Counselors will be available during this time to support students in a variety of ways. Our system will automatically track the time that students spend online. Free from peer pressures, distractions, and a rigid educational formula, our home school students can pursue educational excellence. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 15, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 67

67 75 N. Royal Poinciana Boulevard Miami Springs, FL Website: FELC Tutors Contact Person: Maria Ferrer [email protected] Phone: (888) , (305) FAX: (305) Place of Service: Student Home, Provider Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Haitian, Creole, Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 10,000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 24 per school site Cost to District (per hour): $70 FELC Tutors has been in operation for five years, providing intensive, small-group intervention to eligible students. Although FELC Tutors has not had the opportunity to provide tutorial services in the state of Georgia, we presently serve students in Florida, New Mexico, Texas, Illinois, and Colorado. We provide students with services at the school site, student s home, business, community center, religious facility, LEA Facility- if not an LEA, approval from LEA required internet/online, software-based, before school, after school and/or on weekends. FELC Tutors employs tutors that are state certified teachers and/or certified paraprofessionals. Parents are included in the development of their child s academic improvement plan and receive monthly progress reports, as well as results from their child s pre and post diagnostic assessments. Students are monitored periodically to gauge the effectiveness of the program. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 13, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 68

68 2651 Mayflower College Park, GA Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory Gateway Contact Person: Franklin Lindsey [email protected] Phone: (877) Website: FAX: (313) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 7:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $55 Gateway tutors struggling and at-risk students in reading and math, grades K-8. All students must take a pre and post test as a prerequisite for our program. Gateway tutors must possess a Teaching Certificate and much be certified to teach in the area in which they tutor. Paraprofessionals must have 2 or more years experience working with students or an associate degree. At the heart of the Gateway s approach to tutoring are two complementary instructional design programs: Direct Instruction and Kagan Cooperative Learning. Our model engages students through active learning and builds a sense of self-efficacy through identifiable goals that the students achieve during a given session. Our model educates the whole child through interaction with their teachers and peers. Gateway tutors 2 days per week, 90 minutes per day, with a 1:5 ratio. Our program has proven highly effective at promoting substantial gains in reading and math skills. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and GaDOE. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 69

69 3348 Peachtree Road, NE Tower Place 200, Suite 700 Atlanta, GA Website: Generation2Generation, LLC Contact Person: Ben Hawn [email protected] Phone: (404) , (678) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies 9-12 Grade(s) Served: 1-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 3-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $58.00 At Generation2Generation In-Home Tutoring we are dedicated to maximizing a student s success in all their academic endeavors. G2G tutors come to your home, or any other convenient location, providing an environment that is safe, comfortable and convenient. Our tutors schedule dates and times that are conducive to families and students, and since we come to you, parents do not have the added burden of worrying about transportation. We have over a year s worth of experience using differentiated instruction, which has proven effective in improving academic achievement not only in the classroom but also on state performance standards and assessments. G2G tailors a specific academic program by creating a multidimensional student profile based on a pre-assessment exam and learning style assessments and are designed to pinpoint academic deficiencies. Standard tutoring sessions combine Georgia Performance Standard aligned materials with one to two hours of tutoring twice a week. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 8, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 70

70 6070 Venetian Way Mableton, GA Website: Glades Extreme Tutoring Contact Person: Samantha F. Wallace [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish and Creole Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 100 Min. Number of Students (each district): 8 Cost to District (per hour): $70 Glade Extreme Tutoring has proven successful at helping students increase their Reading and Math scores on state assessment, as well as tightening the achievement gap. Glades Extreme Tutoring utilizes high quality research based curriculum and instructional materials designed to increase student achievement in Reading (Grades K-12), Language Arts (Grades 9-12) and Math (Grades 1-12). Glades Extreme Tutoring provides exemplary service to all students. Tutoring services consist of but not limited to the following: Quality Curriculum Modified Instruction Small Group, Large Group, or One-on-One Highly Qualified Instruction Consistent Progress Report Before School, After School, Weekends, and/or Summer Not exceeding 4-6 hours per week Glade Extreme Tutoring is committed to maintaining the health, safety, and rights of our employees and students. We ensure that is provided through precise and sufficient training for all. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and GaDOE. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 71

71 300 State Street Suite 305 Rochester, NY Website: Global Partnership Schools Contact Person: Russell Jeter [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (585) Place of Service: Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 18 Cost to District (per hour): $55.00 Global Partnership Schools works closely with schools, teachers and parents to help students meet state standards in Reading / English Language Arts and Math. We hire certified teachers and provide up to 10 hours of training before they begin tutoring. Your child will be supported by a proven curriculum designed to get the results you expect. We celebrate successes and constantly encourage students to work harder and strive for new levels of achievement. We provide healthy snacks and start each session with KidTalk, a unique approach where teachers share ideas on how to be successful. This is followed by focused instruction to meet individual needs, plus fun and engaging computer activities that provide supplemental exercises. Outside the tutoring sessions, students may continue to build skills by accessing additional lessons 24/7, and at no charge, using a secure password. Give your child the world! Sign up with Global Partnership Schools today! Approved by the State Board of Education Sep 21, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 72

72 1316 Newport Drive Carrollton, TX Website: www,graderesults.com Grade Results, LLC Contact Person: Suzanne McElyea [email protected] Phone: (800) FAX: (866) Place of Service: Internet/Online, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Creole, Mandarin, Hindu, Specialty Languages, if any? Tamil Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 1-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 3000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Grade Results has a four year record of helping Title I students across the country improve a grade level on state tests. Our live, one-to-one online tutoring features content aligned with GPS and integrated into the schools' curriculum. Our pretest, other tests and our discussions with parents, teachers and staff help form our Student Learning Plan. The student then works with our tutors one hour per day, three days per week for ten weeks. We provide monthly Progress Reports and will distribute them via , mail, school meetings or phone calls. The program ends when the student takes the posttest to demonstrate the knowledge gained. All tutors have bachelor's degrees and almost all have graduate degrees and years of teaching experience. The tutors have regular trainings and their work is frequently reviewed. Students can access us anywhere a computer is connected to the internet. No other material is required. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 30, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 73

73 6062 Idlewood Trace Lithonia, GA Website: Graham Consulting Group, LLC Contact Person: Darrick Graham [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, French Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 1-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $40-$60 For the past five years, Graham Consulting Group, LLC has offered In-home or small group tutorial programs to over 350 lowincome students and families beyond the normal scope of school-based educational programs. Our tutorials have shown positive academic growth in several areas. For example, 90% of all students who have enrolled in our SAT/ACT preparation tutorials have achieved an increase of at least 250 points on their future standardized exams. In addition, 91% of all students who have participated in our Georgia High School Graduation Test tutorials have attained a minimal passing score in all subject areas. Moreover, 89% showed improvement in reading comprehension, while 95% showed improvement in Math. Our tutorials increase student academic achievement by providing a detailed curriculum that is aligned with the grade and subject specific Georgia Performance Standards (GPS). Our tutorial program will drive students to mastery in the following areas: reading, English, and mathematics. Students are tutored in one-on-one/small group settings following an instructional plan based on their strengths and needs. Using the students diagnostic test results, an individualized learning plan includes our recommended instructional program, based on the student s individual needs. Our program is structured to give students 2- hour bi-weekly tutorials for a total of 15 weeks or 30 hours. The first and last two hours will be utilized for pre and post testing. Furthermore, instructors at Graham Consulting Group, LLC will have access to various technological resources including tape/cd players, grade appropriate books on tape, various listening activities and hands on manipulatives to assist in their tutorials. Graham Consulting Group, LLC has been an approved SES Tutorial provider for the past three years. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Graham Consulting Group, LLC All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 25, 2009 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 74

74 3299 Rainbow Drive Decatur, GA Website: Green Forest Community Development Corporation, Inc Contact Person: Latrise Bashir [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Business, Community Center Time of Service: Weekends Transportation Provided? Yes Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 1-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 250 Min. Number of Students (each district): 7 Cost to District (per hour): $50 In 2002, in an effort to reach out and accelerate the achievement of at-risk students, the GFCDC established an educational remedial program to teach, mentor, and tutor elementary school children living in poverty, within the Metro Atlanta Public School System. Our tutorial services are interactive and focus on the core academic subjects of Reading, Mathematics, and Language Arts for grades 1 through 12. Our instruction will emphasize skills to help all students achieve school success and pass promotional test objectives that the state requires. Certified teachers and highly qualified tutors will work with students on a one-on-one basis and in small group settings to ensure student success. Our program offers personalized student learning plans, innovative and unique techniques to reach students, access to computer based learning, comprehensive assessments, weekly and monthly progress reports to parents and teachers, on-going evaluations, and nutritional snacks. Tutorial services will be held at the Greenforest-McCalep Academic Center which is convenient, safe, and conducive to learning. The tutorial schedule includes a Saturday, three-hour tutoring session from 9 a.m. until 12 noon. Our tutorial instruction and educational materials are consistent with Georgia Performance Standards as well as the National Reading Panel (NPR) and the National Council of Mathematics. They are high quality and based on the most current knowledge of what promotes student success. Our instructional techniques have been successful in helping students at a low-achieving Metro-Atlanta school pass the CRCT (standardized test) that resulted in the school being removed from the list of schools not making the state s Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP). The Green Forest CDC was first approved as an SES provider for the school year. We are currently completing our fourth year of service to students of Atlanta, Clayton, DeKalb, and Fulton County School Systems. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Green Forest Community Development Corp., Inc. All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Feb 25, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 75

75 Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory 1201 Peachtree Street 400 Colony Square, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA Website: Group Excellence Contact Person: Josh Runnels [email protected] Phone: (214) FAX: (214) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 7:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1200 Min. Number of Students (each district): 25 Cost to District (per hour): $70 The mission of Group Excellence is to motivate and inspire students to achieve excellence, regardless of their circumstances. Our small-group tutoring has won respect from many reviewers, including Dallas Independent School District, which praises our non-traditional tutoring settings, a nurturing environment, and the natural connections between tutors and tutees. We provide tutoring to students in grades Sessions, which are typically hours long, occur before school, after school, on weekends, and/or during summer. Tutoring is typically available 2-4 times per week, and occurs in small groups of no more than 5 students per tutor for elementary school students and no more than 7 students per tutor for middle school and high school students. Groups meet at safe, accessible locations, such as the student s school campus or a local community center. We also produce regular progress reports to keep parents up-to-date on their child s progress. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 76

76 2765 Jefferson Street Austell, GA Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory Hamilton and Harris Educational Consulting Group Contact Person: Dr. Melinda Tanner-Hamilton [email protected] Phone: (770) Website: FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, Creole, French Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $60.00 If you are looking for real results, Hamilton and Harris Educational Consulting Group, will build the skills needed to prepare your child for a Lifelong Excellence in Academics. We have over 20 years of teaching experience. We offer a comprehensive tutorial program in Reading, Language Arts and Mathematics, Grades K-12. The success of our program lies in the one-on-one or 5:1 ratio that we devote to every student and the expertise of our caring, highly qualified certified teachers. Our sessions are 1.5 hours, twice a week, at home, school, or library. Our assessment is the 1st and most important step in building your child s personalized learning plan. Our caring and patient tutors identify your child s learning style and pinpoint skill gaps or areas of academic struggle. Every step of the way, we ll keep your child on the path to success by carefully monitoring and tracking progress. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 9, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 77

77 P.O. Box Atlanta, GA Website: HOT Contact Person: Shana P. Sheats [email protected] Phone: (800) FAX: Place of Service: Student Home, Provider Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English Grade(s) Served: 2-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 400 Min. Number of Students (each district): 2 Cost to District (per hour): $55 HireOrder Thinking Inc. (HOT) has over 13 years of tutoring experience servicing students with Reading /Spelling difficulty. HOT teaches Reading/English instruction, uses certified staff & follows GPS standards. HOT uses the Wilson Reading System (WRS) providing over 22 years of research-based, literacy achievements addressing the "At-risk" population; Students with Language-based Learning Disabilities, those on IEP s, Section 504 IAP, struggling readers and spellers, and English Language Learners (ELL). WRS instruction component areas are: Reading-Phonemic segmentation, Alphabetic Principle-sound/symbol relationships, Decoding, Encoding (spelling), Advanced Word Analysis, Vocabulary Development, Sight Word Instruction, Fluency, Comprehension with Visualization, and Metacognition. WRS explicitly teaches direct, structured, cumulative, multisensory, and integrated lessons that work! HOT supplies student materials and targeted Pre- and Posttest, with On-going assessments to identify academic strengths and weaknesses. Our sessions are minutes, two-five times weekly; at homes, school, community centers or libraries. HOT will improve overall academic grades and help meet IEP/RTI goals/objectives! Approved by the State Board of Education May 26, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 78

78 218 Westinghouse Blvd. Suite 206 Charlotte, NC Website: I Can Kids Inc Contact Person: Ella Moultrie [email protected] Phone: (704) FAX: (704) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 7:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 7 Cost to District (per hour): $50 I Can Kids, Inc. have been in the forefront of providing educational services for at-risk children for ten years. Services are currently being provided in Williamsburg, South Carolina at a small rural elementary school that has not met AYP for four years. Cades Elementary School Partnered with I Can Kids, Inc. to provide three hours after-school tutoring in reading, math, science, and social studies. I Can Kids, Inc. was awarded a 21st Century After-School Learning Center Grant to assist the struggling school meet NCLB and state academic standards. The students are making significant academic growth that the principal attributes to the after-school program. The after-school sessions are small groups of no more than ten students. All teachers are highly qualified. Tutors are utilized the direct instruction, hands on manipulative and the Leap-track reading program to build the skill level of the students. High interest reading books and other reading materials recommended by the highly successful Great Source Reading Program are incorporated in all instructional sessions. Summer skill building sessions incorporate reading and language and math skills in the arts, writing, and health and fitness. I Can Kids, Inc. have designed the after-school instructional program to reach struggling students. Once the needs of the students are identified, the I Can Kids, Inc. staff designs a learning plan that fits the needs of the students. Teaching small groups and using strategies that address learning styles of students has made the I Can Kids, Inc. after-school program successful. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 22, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 79

79 2357 Allsborough Way Dacula, GA Website: Imagine Learning, Inc Contact Person: Pamela Drescher [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (801) Place of Service: Software Based, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Spanish, Portuguese, French, Haitian Creole, Japanese, Korean, Specialty Languages, if any? Mandarin, Vietnamese, Arabic, Russian Subject(s) Served: Reading, English Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 4000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Imagine Learning Academy helps English learners, struggling readers, and special education students strengthen reading and language skills. We combine two forms of instruction for twice the impact: an engaging software program and tutoring by top teachers in your child s school. This combination provides a fun environment, individualized attention, and effective instruction custom-fit for your child. Imagine Learning Academy combines support from trained teachers with an engaging computer program called Imagine Learning English. This combination provides individualized attention, effective instruction in reading and English language proficiency for students in grades K 8. The scope of Imagine Learning English includes both basic and advanced language and literacy skills. Through engaging activities, students gain important skills in phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, reading fluency, and reading comprehension. For English learners, Imagine Learning English provides first-language support in thirteen languages. With Imagine Learning Academy, your child will learn the skills needed to succeed in life. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 1, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 80

80 8343 Roswell Road, Suite 173 Atlanta, GA Website: Integrated Academics Contact Person: Tracey Lynn [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (866) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $50-60 Integrated Academics provides rigorous and relevant tutoring in Reading, Language Arts, and Mathematics to all eligible students. Small group (8:1 student teacher ratio) tutoring sessions are content aligned with the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS). A comprehensive pre-test is used to identify the skill deficits of each student and target those areas in order to increase academic achievement. The diagnostic pretest scores, CRCT scores, and other achievement data are used to create an individualized Student Learning Plan which consists of mechanisms to track student growth. Integrated Academics offers innovative and unique techniques to meet the needs of any learner. Our students have access to computerbased learning and on-going academic support. Nutritional snacks and transportation is provided at many of our school sites. We also provide all materials needed for each tutorial session. Integrated Academics requires mastery learning which ensures academic achievement in school and for our program. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and GaDOE. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 81

81 6263 North McCormick Road Chicago, IL Website: Ivy League Tutor, Inc Contact Person: Nana Owusu [email protected] Phone: (877) FAX: (773) Place of Service: Internet/Online, Software Based Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $65 Ivy League Tutor has been providing tutoring services since Our program uses the A+ Learning System, which is closely aligned with Georgia Performance Standards. Overall, Ivy League Tutors academic intervention and support shows increases in math scores with an average of 18 points and reading scores with an average of 30 points. Conducted entirely online, our program offers systematic web-based tutoring sessions tailored to each student's unique needs. With a customized, selfpaced learning path, goals are determined using the A+ LS's Adaptive Assessments, targeting three to four skills per session. Tutors then track each student's progress, offer one-on-one online sessions, telephone support when needed, and facilitate reviews, assessments and progress. Student performance is continually monitored, with daily lesson plans and weekly meetings. In addition to providing students with instruction and software, Ivy League Tutor also provides a computer and internet access when needed. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 14, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 82

82 1337 South State Road 7 North Lauderdale, FL Website: JFK Tutoring, Inc. 001 Contact Person: Cheryl Watford [email protected] Phone: (954) FAX: (954) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, Haitian, and Creole Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $60.00 For over seven years, JFK TUTORING, INC. has serviced over 1500 students, Kindergarten through 12th grade, using a NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED curriculum created by Pearson Learning Group. GRADE/GMADE curriculum is aligned with the state standards and continues to be successful in improving academic achievement in the individual state achievement test. JFK provides a choice of individual or small group instruction in three convenient and flexible locations; in home, in school, or in public. The duration of each JFK tutoring session lasts an average of 1-2 hours, twice a week before or after school or on weekends. On average, a student shows a 30% increase in his/her overall score from pre to post testing. Students pre test grade level is based on previous state scores. ISPs are written based on the results of the grade level pretest with specific goals targeting the students areas of weaknesses. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 30, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 83

83 3200 Stone Rd Unit U12 Atlanta, GA Website: Kinetic Potential Learning System Contact Person: Leann Battle [email protected] Phone: (866) , (404) FAX: (301) Place of Service: Student Home, Provider Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 9999 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $75-$90 The Kinetic Potential Scholars (KPS) program utilizes the latest advancements in technology to deliver the highest quality education to your child. Live academic sessions of up to 8 students are led by a KP Tutor who utilizes 3D virtual learning environments, white boards, online texts and streaming video technology to facilitate every lesson. KPS engages students in their education the same way video games reach out and grab kids' attention. Just as KPS' technology is top notch, so are our KP Tutors. Research demonstrates that more than class size, the course books used, or class schedule, quality of instruction proves to be the biggest factor in determining a child's academic success-especially for kids in struggling schools. By recruiting KP Tutors from America's best graduate programs in education-including those of Harvard, Pennsylvania, Johns Hopkins, Columbia and Yale-KPS not only selects from a pool of highly-qualified instructors, but also brings on board individuals who are specifically committed to providing at-risk students with equity in educational opportunities. KPS is more than just tutoring, we make a long-term commitment to the students in our program, providing each with mentorship and career development throughout each stage of their development. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 21, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 84

84 2470 Bruce Street Lithonia, GA Website: KIP Learning, Inc Contact Person: Sharon D. Woods [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: After School Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 2-5 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 100 Min. Number of Students (each district): 8 Cost to District (per hour): 50 KIP Learning is a tutorial service that has served the Lithonia area for nearly 10 years. At KIP Learning we believe that "Education in not received. It is Achieved." KIP's students will undergo a diagnostic assessment, which includes reading, language arts and mathematics. These tests help evaluate each student's strengths and weaknesses and are aligned with Georgia Performance Standards. This test will be analyzed by the director and teacher to develop an Individual Student Plan (ISP) customized based on skills and knowledge gaps. Students will meet twice a week for two hours with an eight-to-one pupil/teacher ratio. Kip will provide all materials needed for each tutorial session. Classes will be held Monday through Thursday after school and during the summer months. To ensure that academic achievement is accomplished, KIP tutorial program involves mastery learning. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 8, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 85

85 P.O. Box Atlanta, GA Website: KnowledgePoints - Lithia Springs Contact Person: Eugene Nicky Wimby [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 at business, 20 all other locations Cost to District (per hour): $75 KnowledgePoints (923) KnowledgePoints - Lithia Springs has been providing tutoring services to students in Georgia since KnowledgePoints - Lithia Springs has a proven record of effectiveness. On average, students who complete the entire KnowledgePoints - Lithia Springs program will see a grade level equivalency increase of at least 1 grade level in Reading and Mathematics. KnowledgePoints - Lithia Springs offers both individualized, in-home instruction and small group instruction at our location or secured locations. In either case, KnowledgePoints - Lithia Springs offers tutoring at times the parent has selected as most convenient to the family. Sessions are typically 1 to 2 hours in length, occurring at least twice a week. Every session, whether individual or small group, includes time for skill demonstration by the instructor, guided practice facilitated by the instructor, and independent practice by the student. Each student's plan is unique and reviewed with the parent(s) to establish agreed goals. Our unique motivational system provides positive reinforcement. Individual learning is reviewed and updated after every session. When a student masters a new skill, they immediately move up to the next level. Parents are updated at least biweekly, and teacher and the school district monthly. An independent study shows that our program is highly effective for students of all ethnic and gender groups. KnowledgePoints Lithia Springs is here to meet all student needs. Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 86

86 230 Spivey Ridge Circle Lake Spivey, GA Website: L3/Life-Long Learners, LLC Contact Person: Lee Busby-Carter [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: 6-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $65.00 If your child is struggling in school to keep up with the daily rigors of the standards-based classroom or needs a little extra help to succeed, L3 / Life-Long Learners can help! L3 tutors have documented student achievement, are college-educated, certified, and successful implementers of standardsbased instruction. The has declared that L3 is 100% compliant with all SES standards for the school year! The L3 instructional program includes Math, English/Language Arts, and Reading for grades Students will meet weekly for 2-4 hours after school, weekends, or summer in safe, familiar venues (i.e., business, school, public library etc.). Instructional ratios are designed to maximize your child s learning experience. Assessments will determine the student s skill level and instruction is tailored to address the student s individual needs. Join us in empowering your child to be life-long learner! Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 87

87 2201 Old Court Road Baltimore, MD Website: Learn It Systems Contact Person: Raquel Whiting [email protected] Phone: (410) x107 FAX: (410) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K10 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 10,000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 30 Cost to District (per hour): $90.00 Since 2007, Learn It Systems has provided small-group, direct instruction to students, helping thousands of students nationwide learn the fundamental reading and math skills to succeed in school and in life. Students who complete the Learn It program demonstrate an average increase of 15 percentage points in reading and 18 percentage points in math on our postassessments. Sessions are 2-4 times per week for an average of minutes. Students are assessed at the beginning of our programs using our assessment. Based on the results, Learn It collaborates with the district and parents to create Individual Learning Plans, which establish the academic goals and timetables for each student and provide an outline for instruction. Our programs are typically provided at the student s school. We provide all instructional materials and equipment needed to participate in any of our programs. This is Learn It Systems first year as a provider in Georgia. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 14, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 88

88 4712 Memorial Drive Building E Decatur, GA Website: Learning First Educational Services, Inc Contact Person: Gloria Harris [email protected] Phone: (404) , (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Reading 6-8; Math, English/Language Arts 6-12; Science, Social Grade(s) Served: Studies 9-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 2 Cost to District (per hour): $55-$65 As a SES provider since 2006, our company serves students in grades 6th-12th in English, mathematics, reading, science, and social studies. Using face-to-face instruction, tutorial sessions are minutes twice a week. The Individualized Student Plan is developed using test scores from the pre-test and state mandated test. We have four programs to serve students: [1] Middle School (6th -8th) in English, reading, and mathematics; [2] High School (9th -12th) in any subject in English, mathematics, science, or social studies. This includes all End-of-Course Test (EOCT) classes. [3] GHSGT Prep (11th -12th) in all subjects tested on the graduation test; and [4] Enhanced English & Math (12th): This program is designed to help seniors prepare for testing beyond the GHSGT. To participate in this program, students must have passed the GHSGT. We provide tutoring in-home, public library, or business facility. Study materials are provided for all students. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Learning First Educational Services, Inc. All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education May 19, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 89

89 6520 Baseline Road Little Rock, AR Website: Learning4Today -004 Contact Person: Andre' Hightower [email protected] Phone: (501) , (404) FAX: (501) Place of Service: Internet/Online, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 10-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1,000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $40-$60 Learning4Today (L4T) has offered SES tutoring services for four years. L4T's research-based Academic Excellence program demonstrates a record of effectiveness on student academic performance as measured by state assessments. Eighty-five percent of L4T students show at least a one grade level gain. We achieve these results by conducting an online assessment to identify gaps in each student's math and/or reading skills and by creating an individual plan that combines computer-aided instruction with small group tutoring to improve student skill levels a minimum of 80% at posttest. Students spend 3-5 hours per week alternating between computer-based and pencil-and-paper, small group learning in 1-2 hours sessions over a period of weeks. L4T uses a mastery learning model to assess student progress. This model integrates ongoing, curriculumbased measurements of each student's ISP goals with their tutor's on-site observation of progress the student makes toward his/her goals. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 26, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 90

90 882-B Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Atlanta, GA Website: Math & Reading Wizards -604 Contact Person: Loren Scott [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Provider Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Math & Reading Wizards Program has over nine (9) years of tutoring experience. The program is based on the use of worksheets that incorporates basic math and reading techniques. Our program has a 95% proven effective rate in helping target student populations improve academic achievement. By building upon the foundation established in schools, we are able to utilize repetition and basic conceptualization techniques that can be transferred into one and a half hour sessions, twice a week, immediately after school. Each student is given an initial assessment test in both math and reading. The student's achievement goal is tailored according to his/her assessment scores. The Math and Reading Wizards program is available for grades K-12, and the services are given, in-home, local schools and community centers. The use of traditional paper and pencil skills are emphasized throughout the program. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 13, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 91

91 1165 Colony Trail Fairburn, GA Website: Math Boost, LLC Contact Person: Bridget A. New [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: Place of Service: Internet/Online, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 7-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 12 Cost to District (per hour): $75.00 Math Boost has been providing tutoring services for 9 years to elementary through adult students. The principal tutor has 25 years of tutoring experience. Math Boost is highly effective at meeting students at their individual skill level, assessing their specific need and learning style, then patiently building confidence while gently bringing students to mastery levels. Math Boost is particularly successful at assisting low-achieving students to improve academic achievement on state standards and high stakes tests. Math Boost s instructional approach is to use creative activities that are fun and meaningful to motivate and engage students in learning. Instruments and instructional materials aligned with state standards and in the format of the state assessments will be used to assess and instruct students. Generally, 1 hour tutoring sessions twice weekly will be provided after school, on Saturdays and during the summer. Actual session length and frequency depend on student s attention span and need. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 7, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 92

92 1088 Saybrook Circle Lilburn, GA Website: Math Mania Contact Person: Alina Farooq [email protected] Phone: (678) , (678) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Hindi, Urdu, Spanish Reading, English, Mathematics, Biology,Chemistry,Physics, Social Subject(s) Served: Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 300 Min. Number of Students (each district): 3 Cost to District (per hour): $60 I have over 5 years of experience tutoring students in subjects ranging from math to physics, This will be my first year applying as an SES Provider but have tutored for an SES Provider for the past two years. Tutors will understand area(s) of weaknesses of the students by first assessing grade level test (Sample test included for 6th, 7th, 8th, and high school students). Then tutors will setup tutoring time on a one on one basis and will work on area(s) of improvement and will provide worksheets that are in line with the Georgia Mathematics Standards. Tutors will also help set goals with individual students to instill confidence, while monitoring their grade throughout the tutoring process. Tutors will also keep in contact with student s teacher so that the teacher, tutor, and parent(s) are synch with the effectiveness of the program. The length of the tutoring sessions will be an hour each week at the student s home or at a local community center (i.e. library, school, etc.) Model of instruction will be on a one on one basis and goal setting will be taught from the initial meeting of tutor and student. The students will go back to goals every week and update their status by bringing progress reports to tutors and tutor will reach out to student by asking questions on difficulty of reaching goals and helping them with those difficulties. Tutors will teach mini lessons: lesson in which a brief discussion on area of topic and will interact with students by doing sample problems. Assessments will be based upon the instructional examples given during time of tutoring and how well they did on the homework assigned by the tutors. Instructional materials provided to students will range from Georgia CRCT and Practice Workbook to lessons in students textbook. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 10, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 93

93 114-A South Commercial Circle Warner Robins, GA Website: Mentor Plus Tutoring Contact Person: Brian Hampton [email protected] Phone: (800) FAX: (800) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 25 Cost to District (per hour): $25-70 Our services provide a one-of-kind, individualized learning experience that satisfies the needs of every child. Each student is given an initial math and reading/language arts assessment to determine their academic strengths and weaknesses. Using the data gathered from the assessment, we work with the parent, student s teacher, and the school district to develop an individualized student plan, which meets the academic needs of the student. Our teaching strategies utilize repetition and basic conceptualization techniques that are conveyed in 1-2 hour sessions twice a week or on the weekend. With our 35 years of tutoring experience, our team of professionals provides services in home, local schools, and community centers. Our 8:1 student to teacher ratio is one component that has contributed to the success of our program. All instruction is secular and unbiased. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 94

94 10205 Tara Blvd. Jonesboro, GA Website: My Success! Tutoring -008 Contact Person: Natea Wallace [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: English, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $55-$75 My Success! Tutoring specializes in Middle School/High School Math and offers a customized in-home tutoring program for each student. Our proven track record shows that by the end of their program, our students are well-prepared for the CRCT, EOCT, and the GHSGT. After contacting us, we will schedule your in-home consultation with a personal tutor to discuss your child s current abilities, areas in need of improvement, and a convenient tutoring schedule. To schedule an in-home consultation with one of our tutors today, call My Success! Tutoring at (678) or schedule a consultation online at Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 3, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 95

95 160 Clairemont Avenue Suite 200 Decatur, GA Website: NESI Contact Person: Phyllis Hubbard [email protected] Phone: (678) , (404) FAX: Place of Service: Community Center Time of Service: Before School, After School, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 7:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 100 Cost to District (per hour): $40 Our tutoring program focuses on reading, language arts, and mathematics for grades K-8 using highly qualified and caring teachers. We believe the key to effective tutoring is the maintenance of small group learning environments with a maximum 1:7 teacher-student ratio. Each child's individual academic plan is carefully constructed using diagnostic information and parent input and instruction is designed to address student needs. Parents receive monthly progress reports and frequent contact with our staff. Our tutoring program is available before and after school with hours of service available per week. Our program has a 29-year history of proven positive results with over 4,600 students served in 64 school districts in 5 states for the school year. Approved by the State Board of Education May 6, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 96

96 165 Autumn Moon Trail Fayetteville, GA Website: New Generation Academy, Inc Contact Person: Frank Johnson [email protected] Phone: (678) , (770) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading Grade(s) Served: 6-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 100 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $65 New Generation Academy (NGA) was founded on the principle, "All children can learn if given the right tools and opportunity." While there are many educational tools available, NGA has chosen the Jamestown Reading Navigator (JRN) program. Although this program is a reading program we incorporate reading in other areas, with an emphasis on reading math. Many math students have an underlying reading problem that inhibits their ability to learn math concepts. The JRN curriculum has shown remarkable success in engaging reluctant and/or struggling readers. JRN uses high-interest materials, current events, and bold graphics, along with cutting edge technology to appeal to students. NGA believes the student's ability to comprehend and read on grade level are important components of his/her academic success. Studies show good readers make better history, language arts, science, and especially math students. The JRN curriculum applies this philosophy in the "reading across curriculum" technique which is prevalent throughout the material. NGA also believes that every child is unique. Students who attend NGA are individually assessed and a customized academic plan is implemented for each student. A self-paced curriculum that incorporates one-on-one tutoring with supplemental group activities is used. NGA has a proven track record of significantly improving student academic performance. Many students who completed the program have gone on to receive various scholarships including the HOPE Scholarship. In addition to our dedication to each student, we credit our students' achievements to the commitment to the program and parent support. We welcome the opportunity to work with you in helping your student pursue academic success. Specific tutoring times will be worked out between parents and tutor, however, your child's success will require that we meet at least 2 to 3 times per week with sessions lasting 1 to 2 hours. Approved by the State Board of Education May 16, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 97

97 8075 Mall PKWY Suite Lithonia, GA Website: Next Level Learning Contact Person: Cutari Cotton [email protected] Phone: (800) x229, (786) FAX: (866) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? No Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $70 Next Level Learning has served Georgia students and their parents since 2006 with challenging and effective tutoring programs in Reading/Language Arts and Mathematics which connect with Georgia Performance Standards. A major focus is on developing strong self-confidence and the belief to succeed in school and their eventual careers. Students attending our program have showed consistent learning gains throughout, with the majority moving up at least one letter grade or higher. Our own proprietary curriculum focuses on individual needs, and students can directly apply what they have learned to regular class instruction. Tutoring is not a test preparation program but students will feel more confident when getting ready for state tests such as CRCT and EOCT, since we include what is tested in our program. English Language Learners and those with special needs who are mainstreamed during the regular school day are also very welcome to join our program, and we give careful attention to meeting their needs. We attach high importance to collaborating with the class teacher so that tutoring is relevant to each student's studies. In addition to collecting student data, we also pre-test to target the very specific areas in need of improvement. We consult each parent and present the program for their approval before starting into tutoring. Students and parents are also given the choice of different schedules, including weekday and weekend options. Tutoring can take place at the school, community facility or in the home. Our multilingual staff is available at any time through our toll-free line, and monthly progress reports to parents can be sent in English, Spanish or Haitian-Creole. We are honored to be one of the Georgia providers once again in and to be partners with students, parents and the schools in our NLL Success Teams. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Next Level Learning All SES Providers Reading 0 No Data 75.0% Math 0 No Data 55.2% English/ Language Arts 0 No Data 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 98

98 399 Macedonia Road, SE Atlanta, GA Website: Premier Academy, Inc Contact Person: Shawn L. Jones [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Internet/Online, Business, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? Yes Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 50 Cost to District (per hour): $55 Premier Academy Inc. believes that children are the world s most precious jewels. We offer a blended curriculum which consists of computer based instruction and direct tutor instruction. Premier Academy Inc. s instructional programs are both engaging and effective; we have a proven track record of success in accelerating the learning of diverse learners. The instructional program is delivered in a small group learning environment 2-3 times a week. Our tutorial program is available before and after school, on Saturdays and during the summer. Students are assessed at the beginning of the instructional program and individualized student plans are developed to enable tutors to create tailored lessons based on a child s needs. We offer a safe and caring environment to enhance student learning. We provide nutritional snacks and transportation is available at select schools. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 99

99 4003 Mickey Street Macon, GA Website: PPMServices.org Program and Project Management Contact Person: Sabrina Barnhill Phone: (313) FAX: Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, Haitian-Creole Subject(s) Served: English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 300 Min. Number of Students (each district): 25 Cost to District (per hour): $60-$65 For over 5 years, PROGRAM & PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES has provided instructions to students in K - 8 grades (elementary and middle school) in reading and math. Tutoring is provided three times per week, on site at the school or at a centrally-located community organization or church. Elementary tutoring sessions are one hour long, while middle school sessions are 90 minutes. Saturday tutoring sessions are 2.5 hours and is provided, depending on student/family scheduling needs and agreements with the local school district. Students receive: 1) An initial assessment that identifies student s skill mastery and deficiencies; 2) An Individual Learning Plan that focuses on specific goals for targeting skill deficiencies; 3) Multiple tutoring sessions provided by state certified tutors; 4) Progress Reports that communicate academic progress data to parents, classroom teachers and District. PROGRAM & PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES employs multiple researched based instructional methods and techniques such as: direct instruction, time on task, one-on-one tutoring, with state certified teachers. Approved by the State Board of Education Jan 7, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 100

100 1911 Grayson Highway Suite Grayson, GA Website: Project Educate Me Learning Center, LLC Contact Person: Dr. Sharon Butler [email protected] Phone: (404) , (800) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $55.00 Project Educate Me Learning Center specializes in tutoring Mathematics, Reading, and Language Arts to students in grades 1st 12th. The expertises of our educators that consist of certified teachers, counselors, and school administrators have designed an effective research-based instructional tutorial program with proven results in closing academic gaps. Tutorial sessions assist in preparing students in taking the CRCT, GHSGT, and passing the EOCT. Students enrolled with PEM have the unique opportunity to take advantage of various tutoring methods: one-on-one sessions, small group sessions, computer-assisted sessions, and on-line distance learning sessions. Students who are utilizing distance learning will receive pre-installed individualized laptop computers. Customized individual learning plans are written that will guide the tutorial sessions. Posttest results will measure each student s growth and a plan of action is given to parents for a continuation of academic success. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 2, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 101

101 13888 Lewis Mill Way Chantilly, VA Website: Reach For Tomorrow, Inc Contact Person: Peter K. Underwood [email protected] Phone: (703) FAX: (703) Place of Service: Internet/Online, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science Grade(s) Served: 1-12 Math, Reading, English/Language Arts; 9-12 Science Student\Tutor Ratio: 10:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): Unlimited Min. Number of Students (each district): 15 Cost to District (per hour): $65 Reach for Tomorrow (RFT) has been an approved SES provider in 15 states for grades K-12 for the past 3 years. Students have shown an average grade level gain of 2 or more grade levels in English Language Arts and Math in less that 30 hours. Extra learning Online is used to deliver instruction to students which are a self-paced, individualized, web based, computer delivered, and secular, neutral, and non-ideological mastery learning program for grades K-12. Tutoring sessions are 1 hour after school for up to 4 days per week using school based computers and the Internet- no software required. RFT uses only local teachers who are trained on the program to work with students using customized curricula for each student. Students are assessed using criteria based tests embedded in the program for grades K-12 as well as nationally normed Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) for grades Individual Programs of Study are created to set goals for improvement of at least.5 grade level in English/Language Arts and 1 grade level in Math. Each lesson progresses as follows: read a text book, providing instructional content in small segments; questions to check the student's understanding of what they have read; a short lesson quiz to measure their level of mastery of the lesson; and activities to reinforce the content presented in the book such as hands on activities such as BrainPops (interactive animated shorts) for the kinesthetic learner and streaming videos for the visual learner to further expand the content presented in the book. The lesson ends at the completion of these visual assignments, and the student moves on to the next lesson. Each student may work with a live tutor online from after school until midnight 7 days per week to assist with homework at no cost. Approved by the State Board of Education Apr 19, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 102

102 737 Main Street Stone Mountain, GA Website: Rpmandmore.com Reading, Phonics, Math and More Contact Person: Jill E. Jones [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 4:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 200 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Reading, Phonics, Math & More has been in business for 8 years and has been an SES provider since Students are given a Preliminary Skills Assessment to determine their current level of functional proficiency. RPM has demonstrated increases in student achievement when the students attend regularly and parents are involved. A conference is held with the parents to review the results of the testing and to introduce them to the individualized program of instruction RPM has developed for their child. Instruction is done by certified teachers who currently work in or are retired from the area school systems. Students are taught in very small groups of 4 students to one teacher for grades 4 and above, and 1 on 1 instruction for students in kindergarten through 3rd grade. The child attends the program 1.5 hours, 2 days a week, for a total of 3-4 hours a week to receive individualized instruction in reading and math. The program has been very successful at improving the reading and math skills of all of the students, assisting students in passing CRCT exams, GHSGT, and increasing the self confidence of the student. The facility is newly constructed and provides a spacious learning environment for all students. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Reading, Phonics, Math and More All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts 1 0.0% 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 8, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 103

103 1892 Washington Road East Point, GA Website: Reef House After-School Program -726 Contact Person: Shaunae Motley [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: Reading, Language Arts and Math:K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $40 The Reef House After-School Program offers children the opportunity to boost their grades in reading, language arts and math, by participating in a uniquely active learning experience. Using the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) measured by the CRCT and GHSGT, our students receive individualized learning goals and objectives and participate in two-hour work sessions, twice per week or more (as needed). For over seven years, special success has been achieved at the Reef House where we believe that education is vital for success. Our 3,500 square foot facility boasts five educational spaces, a computer lab, library, multimedia, recreation, and group discussion room. Snacks are provided to all students, transportation is available for select schools, and incentives are given for outstanding performance. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Reef House After-School Program All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 1, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 104

104 5561-H Memorial Drive Stone Mountain, GA Website: Refugee Family Services Contact Person: Deborah Furce [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: LEA Facility Time of Service: After School Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Arabic, Spanish, Oromo, Amharic, Burmese, Kirundi, Somali, Specialty Languages, if any? Burmese, Karen Subject(s) Served: Reading, English Grade(s) Served: 1-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 32 Min. Number of Students (each district): 8 Cost to District (per hour): $50 Refugee Family Services has been serving refugee and immigrant students in DeKalb School System Schools for 10+ years with afterschool and student support services. We are now expanding to include specialized tutoring in Reading, English language, and vocabulary to students whose first language is not English in Needs Improvement Schools. Small groups of students will be led by trained personnel in a schedule that enables students to engage in setting learning goals and improve academic skills through research based curriculum. Sessions will be an average of 2 hours per session and take place once or twice per week. All students will be further supported by a multilingual and multicultural staff of school liaisons, which will ensure that parents are informed of the child's progress on a regular basis. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 27, 2009 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 105

105 3590 Covington Highway Decatur, GA Website: Reunited Counseling & Training, LLC Contact Person: Ronald K. Dancy [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Business, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 300 Min. Number of Students (each district): 4 Cost to District (per hour): $65 Reunited educational staff has over 50 years combined experience in educational services. As a new Georgia SES Provider Reunited staff has collectively developed instructional methods that are student-centered and researched based. Tutoring sessions include small group (8:1) or 1:1 instruction depending on students' needs. We offer a curriculum that is very "handson" and interactive to deepen students' understanding of subject matter and hold their interest. Our reading recovery program integrates the reading process, comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, and writing and is designed to motivate students to read for both information and enjoyment. Our math program helps students build their basic math skills and learn skills and concepts crucial to achieving grade-level success. Tutoring sessions are offered twice per week for one and a half hours at the student's neighborhood school, or in their home. Alternatively, students may elect to attend a three hour tutoring session on Saturday mornings at our office, or a satellite location. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Reunited Counseling & Training, LLC All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 106

106 4319 Covington Highway, Suite 309 D Decatur, GA Website: SAP National Contact Person: LaTashae Walker [email protected] Phone: (888) FAX: (866) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science Grade(s) Served: 6-12; only 9-12 in Science Student\Tutor Ratio: 5:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 50 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $45-65 SAP National is an educational-based program with over ten years of experience in educating students from diverse learning and social environments. SAP National uses a research-based model that is aligned with the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) to help increase student achievement amongst middle and high school students. SAP National s program is designed to increase high school graduation rates, decrease high school drop-out rates, increase scholarship eligibility, and increase postsecondary enrollment. SAP National has proven results in increasing students achievement scores on statewide assessments (i.e. CRCT, GHSGT, EOCT); along with increasing ACT test scores (by 5 points) and SAT test scores (by 200 points). SAP National s program design increases students levels of proficiency in the areas of mathematics, reading, language arts, and science for both middle and high school students in an one-on-one and/or group learning setting. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 107

107 5300 Brickleberry Way, Suite 200 Douglasville, GA Website: Scholars In Action, LLC Contact Person: Tamara Davis [email protected] Phone: (678) , (678) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: After School, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 4-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 0 Cost to District (per hour): $65 Scholars in Action, LLC provides a tutorial service that is designed to help struggling math & reading students who are performing below their current grade level. The instructional program that will be used is referred to as Direct Instruction (DI). The goal of this particular strategy is to be able to accomplish more work within a marginal period of time while simultaneously increasing student opportunity for practice & repetition in order to attain mastery. Scholars in Action, LLC will use multiple forms of technology including but not limited to, computer software interactive programs for related subjects/content, audio-visual devices, worksheets, large-print material, etc. Sessions will be held throughout the week (Monday thru Friday) & on the weekends, if necessary. Scholars in Action, LLC have over 25 years of teaching experience & we offer tutoring services in a variety of locations such as places of business, worship, home-visits, & government facilities (libraries). Approved by the State Board of Education May 12, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 108

108 3778 Berdon Lane Decatur, GA Website: Scroggins Mathematics Services, LLC Contact Person: Sandra Scroggins [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 1-11 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 40 Min. Number of Students (each district): 2 Cost to District (per hour): $50 Scroggins Mathematics Services Tutorial Program was founded in 2007 by Sandra Scroggins, a former Title I Instructional Coach and Middle School Mathematics teacher with over 12 years of experience in education. Scroggins Mathematics Services tutors students in mathematics and has a proven record for improving students achievement on the CRCT, EOCT and in the classroom. Scroggins Mathematics Services uses researched based programs; Triumph Learning Coach Series and Study Island, a web based Test Prep program. The small group instruction, allows the instructors to identify and work on students individual weaknesses. Scroggins Mathematics Services believes that technology plays and important role in improving student achievement and therefore uses web-based assessments. Manipulatives, computers, laptops, Interactive boards, and PowerPoint presentations are used for instruction. The tutoring sessions are 1 ½ to 2 hours after school, twice weekly or 1 to 4 hours on Saturdays and during the summer. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 109

109 4750 Tara Creek Trail Ellenwood, GA Website: Serenity Sheltering Arms Tutorial Services Contact Person: Margaret J. Wade [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Software Based, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: 6-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 10-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 4 Cost to District (per hour): $50 Serenity Sheltering Arms believes that All Children Can Learn and provides Personalized Instruction. The agency offers tutoring in Basic Skills, Math, Reading, English/Language, CRCT, EOCT, the GHSGT and the GED. The curriculum is aligned with the Georgia Performance Standards and has proven to be successful. The model of instruction is pre-testing to access the student s beginning level and learning style. Goals and individualized timelines are set for each student. Teaching/tutoring includes hands on material, computer lessons and test taking strategies. Mastery tests are given and weekly progress reports are given to the parents. The tutorial sessions are held at the school, home or other community facilities. Our tutors are highly qualified and trained. The tutoring session is two days per week for two hours per day. Optional sessions are on Saturdays for four hours. The tutor-student ratio is 10-1 for computer-based lessons and 8-1 for hands on lessons. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 27, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 110

110 106 Commerce Street Fayetteville, GA Website: Solid Rock Academy Contact Person: Sherry Moore [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 200 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $45 Solid Rock Academy, a licensed SACS accredited school, has served children for more than twenty-five years. Individualized student plans are developed using the Georgia Performance Standards, Coach Series, and IOWA Test of Basic Skills. SES Evaluation reported 72.4% of students made positive gains in Math and 74.1% in Reading. Tutoring sessions consist of two hour blocks, twice a week in Math and Language Arts. These sessions occur after school 3:00-7:00, Saturday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and summer 8:00 a.m-6:00 p.m. Our interactive instructional model is: review assignments, introduce the session standards, small group activities, assess and set goals. Student needs and goals are developed using pre/post assessments, parent conference and ITBS. Student progress is measured and compared using the ITBS and Post Assessments. Our facilities, equipment and instructional materials are inclusive of high technology which increases student s achievement. SRA has been a SES provider since November 3, Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Solid Rock Academy All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Oct 15, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 111

111 405 Lawton Street Atlanta, GA Website: Source Pointe Tutoring Contact Person: Kamaria Finch [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 0 Cost to District (per hour): $46 Source Pointe Tutoring has over a decade of experience teaching and tutoring students with diverse backgrounds. Source Pointe Tutoring works with all types of students using creative and effective learning tools. Our instructional program significantly improves student test scores and academic performance. Our program uses 3 careful pre, mid, and post test assessments of student skill level. We take this information to understand each student s strengths and weaknesses. Then, we offer small interactive classrooms and high quality program in ELA, MATH, & Writing. Sessions are tailored to best meet student/parent need, depending on school agreement and program restrictions in specific areas. Sessions: 4x per week, one hour sessions after or before school, or 2 hour sessions 2x per week. On a 2 hour day: Math for 40 minutes, Language Arts for 40 minutes, and writing for minutes. The additional 10 minutes is for preparation, and dismissal times. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 112

112 101 Beckett Lane Suite 203 Fayetteville, GA Website: Star Cooper, Inc Contact Person: L'nita Cooper [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 350 Min. Number of Students (each district): 3 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Star Cooper, Inc. enrichment services concentrates on assisting students in grades K-12 with achieving high scores in the subjects of Reading, Language Arts, and Math. Emphasis is placed on acquisition of comprehension through practice, repetition, drill, and memorization. Perseverance is the key to our highly effective program. We never give up! Equipped with over 32 years of instructional experience, our tutors understand that "Beliefs Affect Our Focus" - we have positive beliefs about our students. Our uniquely designed tutorial program implements the New Georgia Performance Standards and is proven to effectively improve academic achievement. Initially, we assess the students to identify deficient skills. Through a collaborative effort with parents and students, an Individual Student Plan (ISP) is developed and a personal portfolio is created for the student. Portfolios contain ISPs, signed student contracts, pre-established goals with time lines, student work, bi-weekly assessments, and progress reports. In order for our program to be successful, 1.5 hours, twice per week is mandatory. Additional sessions can also be arranged to increase retention levels and allot more time for one-on-one instruction when there is a group setting. Sessions are conducted after school, on the weekend, and during summer months at or office or at one of our satellite locations, i.e. local library, church, or community center. The first 10 minutes of every session entails a recap followed by speed and comprehension drills. Within the next hour we focus on new material and conduct practice activities. The final 20 minutes includes wrap up activities and mini assessments. We incorporate the use of workbooks, computer based software programs, worksheets, study guide handouts, and a variety of hands on activities to provide a broad range of approaches. All supplies such as paper and pencils are provided. In addition, snacks are available free of charge for the students. Approved by the State Board of Education May 17, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 113

113 P. O. Box Fayetteville, GA Website: Stepping Stones to Success Contact Person: Sharon P. Wilson [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (866) Place of Service: Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 6-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 50 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Stepping Stones to Success is a company committed to meeting the needs of the individual learner. Stepping Stones to Success has a proven record in helping students achieve gains on Standardized tests. This family-owned company of educators hires highly trained and effective instructors who share our passion for educating your children. Our reasonable service rates allows for maximum remediation during the school term. Tutorial services are held after school in community locations, including schools and other facilities. Our approach to instruction includes individualized assessment, relationship building, parent involvement and regular tracking and monitoring of student progress. We consider it a privilege to serve your children and make every day of instruction count. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 6, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 114

114 2518 Picket Fence Lane Snellville, GA Website: Strategies 4 Kidz Contact Person: Janet Green [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish and French Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-5 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 75 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $60 For the last seven years, Strategies 4 Kidz has dramatically improved student performance on state, local, and state assessments for a variety of student populations including: low income, Students with Disabilities, and English Language Learners as a private tutoring business in the Metropolitan Atlanta Area. Strategies 4 Kidz customizes instruction based on the needs of students by using a variety of assessment data to inform instruction. Pre, post and formative assessments are utilized to ensure that students are making progress and are track to meeting or exceeding grade level standards. The structure of a standard tutoring session includes two hours of explicit instruction two days per week, after-school, on the weekends, or over the summer using high interest curriculums that align with the Georgia Performance Standards in reading and mathematics. All tutors are highly qualified with verified track records of improving student achievement. The content of this summary are the words of the Provider and GaDOE. Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 115

115 P. O. Box 61 Lithonia, GA Website: Students Opting 4 Success, LLC Contact Person: Jill Dorsett [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Software Based, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 6 Cost to District (per hour): $60-$70 Students Opting 4 Success (S.O.4.S) offers a comprehensive K-12 tutorial program in ELA/Reading and Math. Our demonstrated record of effectiveness is evident by of the 91% of the students who finished our program 100% of them met or exceeded their goals. To ensure student success on the CRCT, GHSGT, and EOCT we provide individualized and targeted instruction correlated to the Georgia Performance Standards. Every session includes time for skill demonstration and guided practice by the tutor, and independent practice by the student. Upon enrollment, an Individual Student Plan with specific goals and interventions for success is created based on the results of an initial diagnostic assessment, review of students educational experiences, and analysis of previous test performance data. Observations and frequent benchmark assessments serve as the basis for determining student progress. Our highly qualified and caring professionals tutor at times and locations convenient for families. Approved by the State Board of Education May 31, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 116

116 5855 Sandy Springs Circle Suite 300 Atlanta, GA Website: Summit Learning Services Contact Person: Mike Rosenthal [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, Creole Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5,000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 5 Cost to District (per hour): $65 Summit Learning Services is the fastest growing tutoring company in the USA. Though this is our 1st year serving Georgia, we have been a Florida SES provider for 3 years. We will also be in 15 new states this upcoming year. Summit is one of the few providers which require every tutor to be at minimum a state certified teacher. We feel your child deserves the highest quality tutoring available. In fact, your child will receive the same tutoring as we charge thousands of dollars to our private paying students. Our standard tutoring session is 1-2 hours each session and 2 sessions each week. Students have the option of receiving tutoring in a variety of locations. Sixty percent of Summit students scored level 3 (proficient) on the Florida Comprehensive Achievement Test in reading and math this past year. Our gains were among the highest in the state of Florida. Approved by the State Board of Education May 6, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 117

117 4910 Old Jonesboro Road, Building 300 Suite 302 Union City, GA Website: SYE, Inc Contact Person: Rosalind D. McGinnis [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (678) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: Reading, ELA, Math 6-12; Science, Social Studies 9-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 1000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $75 The Synergistic Youth Enterprises, Inc. (SYE) SES Tutoring Accelerates Realization of Success Program (SYE STARS) increases middle and high school students achievement using a research-based, curriculum that aligns with the Georgia Performance Standards. Tutoring is provided by highly qualified instructors. The SYE STARS Program operates based upon the needs of the students its serves. Hours are Monday-Friday after-school and on specified Saturdays. Each tutoring session will last two hours. Tutoring may take place in the students home, at the SYE Office in Union City, Georgia that has a large computer lab; in the local schools where access is provided; and/or in other locations near students from the target schools. SYE will use validated and reliable methods for assessing students abilities in order to provide customized services. SYE has extensive experience helping low-income, first-generation students to improve their academic achievement and succeed in school. Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 118

118 2105 Lavista Road, NE Suite 112 Atlanta, GA Website: Sylvan Learning Contact Person: Karyn Whitten [email protected] Phone: (404) , (404) FAX: (410) Place of Service: Student Home, Internet/Online, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 4:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 5000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $45-$75 Sylvan Learning (981) has been a Georgia SES provider since 2010, tutoring over 500 SES students. We are part of the largest tutoring company in the United States with over 2 million students successfully served over the past 30 years. Each student receives standardized assessments from which we build an Individual Instruction Plan. Students attend one of our neighborhood learning centers and receive 1 to 2 hour sessions twice each week. Instruction is provided by trained Sylvan teachers using proven Sylvan materials with no more than 3 students per teacher. Transportation is provided between the school and the learning center for many schools. Sylvan Learning (981) provides the same tutoring to SES students that is advertised throughout the country and has proved to be effective year after year. On average, after 36 hours of instruction, Sylvan students improve 1.5 grade levels in reading and 1.8 grade levels in math. Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 119

119 7099 Tara Boulevard Jonesboro, GA Website: Sylvan Learning Center: Atlanta Suburbs Contact Person: Spring Dobbins [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (888) Place of Service: Business Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 400 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $49 The Sylvan NCLB program is the same program advertised on television. Sylvan Learning Centers are conveniently located in Clayton County, Fayetteville, Stockbridge, Oakwood, Peachtree City and Cumming. For more information and directions visit or call Sylvan has been a SES provider in Georgia since 2003 and has helped over 1000 NCLB students. NCLB students participate in the same instruction sessions as all other Sylvan students. No Child Left Behind students have averaged ¾ of a grade level increase on the California Achievement Test over their three months in the Sylvan Reading or Math programs. Our goal is to develop students academic skills so they can become confident, independent learners. Instruction is done at local Sylvan Centers so that all of the Sylvan learning materials, textbooks, and computer programs are available. The student teacher ratio is typically three students to one teacher. Students attend Sylvan two times each week for 1 or 2 hours depending on their age. The centers are open for instruction Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 7:30 PM and on Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The first step is an individually administered diagnostic assessment to pinpoint skill gaps. These skill gaps form the educational prescription individually tailored to meet your child s needs. Each student has a unique lesson plan that is updated after each hour of instruction. The Sylvan educational prescription is linked to the Georgia Performance Standards so instruction impacts students performance in Georgia classrooms. Sylvan teaches to mastery - we do not go on to a new skill until the student has mastered the previous skill. We provide written monthly reports to parents and classroom teachers on student progress in mastering specific skills. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Sylan Learning Center: Atlanta Suburbs All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Sep 17, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 120

120 741 Barnesdale Drive Jonesboro, GA Website: Tabula Rasa Tutoring Contact Person: Amanda Nelson [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, French, Vietnamese Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: Reading, Math, ELA K-12; Science, Social Studies 9-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 3000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $40-$55 Our directors have been in the tutoring field for over 8 years and our company has proven results based on our curriculum. Tabula Rasa is able to offer services to students who are English language learners and we will provide the parents with materials in their native language. We are dedicated to improving student grades and offer a variety of instruction methods, including one-on-one tutoring, small groups, and large groups. Tabula Rasa Tutoring works with the parents to create a schedule that works for them, so we offer instruction afterschool, before school, summers, and weekends. We also are flexible with the length of the tutoring sessions. A student may tutor up to 4 hours per week, but weekday sessions will not exceed 2 hours. Tabula Rasa is also flexible with the location of tutoring services, we offer tutoring in-home, school, library, church and any other location convenient for the parent. Approved by the State Board of Education Sep 15, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 121

121 3324 Peachtree Road Atlanta, GA Website: The Aya Center Contact Person: Hanif Omar [email protected] Phone: (877) , (919) FAX: (202) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $65 The Aya Center is an academic community organization developed by professional educators and therapists who were deeply concerned with the need for substantive youth development services in Durham, NC. The mission of our organization is to awaken the Aya of our students by strengthening persons experiencing educational deficiencies, developmental disabilities, emotional and behavioral challenges through the provision of academic tutoring, therapeutic mentoring, and community support services. Out of that dedication to the community well being, the Aya Center was established in 2003 to serve women in need and at risk youth. Since then, The Aya Center has tutored and mentored over 1,200 motivated yet underserved students. The Aya Center has been widely recognized as a highly effective academic and social development model. The Aya Center tutoring sessions is offered two times per week for an hour and half per session at the LEA approved site, community center, or student s home (as needed). Each student assigned to The Aya Center will receive an individual learning plan upon completing their pre-assessment to determine their strengths and weaknesses. Our academic and social approach to learning provides a nurturing environment for students to concentrate and feel comfortable while learning. Our program has proven effective in developing the complete student, both academically and behaviorally. We work in close collaboration with parent/guardians, schools, community organizations and a broad range of academic and behavioral specialists. Our consistent, individualized approach to youth development and learning ensures all students receive a tailor made educational curriculum. As a result, The Aya Center s proven experience and community based approach to learning has now helped over 250 families and hundreds of students in North Carolina improve academically, reach individual goals, and build a basis for a lifetime of positive growth, development and learning. Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 122

122 8075 Mall Parkway Suite Lithonia, GA Website: The Kennedy Learning Group, LLC Contact Person: Topeka Johnson [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-9 Reading, Language Arts; K-11 Math Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 400 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $65 The Kennedy Learning Group (KLG) is a K-12 tutorial service that utilizes research-based material to ensure academic success. Tutoring sessions are provided at the student's home, library, or at a location of the parent's choice. Our highly qualified professionals tutor at times that is convenient for both parent and student. (Two-hour sessions are provided twice a week.) KLG's tutors are not only highly qualified, but are trained to serve the academic needs of a wide array of students. Students are first given a pre-assessment test to determine their areas of weakness. These areas are then used to develop an academic plan of remediation. After year two, we not only continue to receive rave reviews from parents whose child's grades have gone up 1-2 letter grades, but our students continue to do well on the CRCT, EOCT and GHSGT! Become a part of our success rate by joining KLG today! Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 123

123 165 Standing Oak Place Fayetteville, GA Website: The Tutor Lab, LLC Contact Person: Deidre Brown [email protected] Phone: (678) FAX: (866) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 1-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 600 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $60 The Tutor Lab was established by an educator with over 20 years of experience and a proven record of increased student achievement. Our program model consists of a highly individualized student plan to move students to mastery of the Georgia Performance Standards, through small group (up to 6:1), explicit, direct instruction. We give students a Pre-Test to determine their academic strengths and weaknesses and additional academic information is obtained from the parents and teachers. Monthly progress reports are provided to parents and progress updates are provided to teachers. Tutoring sessions are held twice per week, for 1 1/2 2 hours each at students school (with principal s permission), or at a public location within the students community. We provide all instructional materials which are aligned to the Georgia Performance Standards and the Common Core State Standards. Call The Tutor Lab at for more information about FREE TUTORING! Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 28, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 124

124 191 South Main Street Jonesboro, GA Website: The White House Academy, Inc Contact Person: Tonya L. Hale [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: 3-10 Student\Tutor Ratio: 6:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 25 Cost to District (per hour): $45 The owner has provided tutorial services to elementary children for 15 years. In 2008 she opened a center in Clayton County to include middle and high school students. Hours of operating are Monday-Thursday, 2:30p-4:30p for elementary. Monday- Thursday 3:30p-5:30p High School & 5:30p-8:00p for middle school. Summer Camp is 10:00 a.m. -6:00 p.m. Mon-Thurs for 6 weeks. Our program is aligned with the Local Educational Agency (LEA) and encompasses all of the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS), Our campus consists of two buildings. The main building is 2,600 sq. feet, four large classrooms, multi-purpose room, three restrooms, kitchenette, & multi-purpose room. We also offer healthy snacks and meals. The computer/classroom area has 3 computers, educational software and an extensive collection of books, instructional material and educational magazines. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 14, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 125

125 7110 Smithers Way SW Atlanta, GA Website: Toerah Inc Contact Person: Valencia Banks [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (305) Place of Service: Student Home, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 150 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $65 Our company has a combined effort of fifteen years of tutoring students in the Dade and Broward county area. We have one year as an approved SES provider in Florida having served students in three school districts. Pinellas, Dade and Broward. Our programs community partnerships have been a major component for parents that have transportation issues. We offer home individualized sessions that helps student achievement with smaller immediate, intensive instruction. The effectiveness of our program has been demonstrated with the instructional growth of our students in Reading and Math with a passing rate of 98%. Our success have been with ability to service students in grades kindergarten through eight that are bilingual, Exceptional Students and New English Learners to make achievement gaps of one grade level or higher on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) and the Standardized Assessment test with a stanine at or above five. Our one to eight student to teacher ratio has been essential in our student progress. Our direct instruction and think aloud strategies allows for students to become independent and confidant learners. Our programs two to three times a week frequency of sessions allows for students to process and progress specific skills. Our reading and math assessment tools help to diagnose and monitor students' gaps in areas not mastered or taught. Once a students ISP goals are established our tutor teaches specific skills, provides ample opportunity for practice and then formally or informally assesses skill proficiency. Our state of the art web-based program helps parents and students log on and view skill mastery and attendance reports. Our company has no prior record as a Georgia SES provider. Approved by the State Board of Education May 20, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 126

126 4140 Five Forks Trickum Road Suite A Lilburn, GA Website: Total Learning Concepts Inc Contact Person: Carol C Wood [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 4-1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 100 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Total Learning Concepts is a privately owned educational support service for students of all ages, in all academic areas, and for all levels of abilities. Total Learning Concepts has been teaching students since 1986 in reading, writing, math, science, foreign languages, study skills, SAT/ACT preparation, State of Georgia standardized test preparation, and in school course work. Initially, we assess students' academic abilities by reviewing all school and other test records and or administer nationally normed, performance based assessments. We then prescribe an individualized program of student for each student. The program created includes the student and session objectives, academic and/or GPS areas to be taught, methods and materials to utilize, number of sessions each week, predicted length of program, and selection of the most effective instructor for the student. All sessions meet for a minimum of one hour, and the number of sessions each student attends is determined by the result of test scores and the time frame in which the work must be accomplished. All sessions are documented by the instructor to include the goal, materials and methods utilized, percentage of correct responses, and areas in need of continued instruction. the effectiveness of our program with students on statewide tests, such as the CRCT and GHSGT, can be evidenced by the 23 years Total Learning Concepts has been in operation and the thousands of successful students who have improved in abilities, graduated from high school, passed the State assessments and the number of referrals we receive each month due to our excellent reputation for enabling students to reach their academic goals and potential. Our methods of instruction are face-to-face with degreed instructors who are assigned to a student whose area of need matches the instructor's area of educational expertise and experience utilizing texts, special teaching methods, and manipulatives. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 15, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 127

127 10401 Ivygate Avenue Jonesboro, GA Website: Tower Education Contact Person: Michael L. Tower [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 2000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 20 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Tower education is a full service educational consulting firm specializing in the delivery of highly individualized, one-on-one instruction in the comfort and security of the client s own home. At Tower, we provide intense and extensive research based diagnostic testing to determine the ability of each student. We then prescribe academic goals directly aligned with the Georgia Performance Standards for the students to achieve. For over 5 years, our program has accelerated student academic achievement on state, local, and other independent performance tests. Our standard mode of instruction requires rigorous one hour Math sessions twice per week as well as rigorous one hour Reading/Language Arts sessions twice per week. We operate from the after school hours of 2:30pm-8:30pm as well as on weekends and during the summer. After administering a diagnostic assessment, our instructors will analyze your child s results, and create an individualize student plan specifically for your child. This plan will identify specific standards for your child to master. Instruction is highly monitored and feedback is given immediately. Progress is checked frequently and consistently to assure that students are being challenged at their highest levels. Our tutors are highly qualified and our program has a proven track record for increasing the academic achievement of students in low performing schools. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Tower Education All SES Providers Reading % Math % English/ Language Arts Removed in this subject by the State of Board of Education Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 8, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 128

128 Post Office Box 834 Rex, GA Website: Vision Tutoring, LLC Contact Person: Di Yonna Mitchell [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Grade(s) Served: 1-12; only 9-12 in Science and Social Studies Student\Tutor Ratio: 1:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 25 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $45-60 Vision Tutoring improves students' test scores, grades, and self-confidence. Our trained tutors are certified teachers and degreed professionals with teaching and tutoring experience. Their creative, engaging lessons help students better understand material and apply it to the real world. At Vision Tutoring, your child will receive the one-on-one assistance he or she deserves. We ensure comfort and convenience by allowing parents to select in-home or public facility services. Parents also set their own schedule; tutors are available every day of the week including weekends. Tutors use diagnostic tests to create plans catered to your child's needs. Verbal, visual, and hands-on activities ensure students meet their goals. Books and materials aligned to Georgia Performance Standards guarantee your child is taught skills for the classroom and standardized tests. Start your child off on the path to success! Contact Vision Tutoring? where we are shaping the world one child at a time. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Vision Tutoring All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 6, 2011 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 129

129 5205 Timber Ridge Road Marietta, GA Website: westcobbprep.com West Cobb Preparatory Academy Contact Person: Bose Imoukhuede [email protected] Phone: (770) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home, Business, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? Yes Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, French Subject(s) Served: Reading, English Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 60 Min. Number of Students (each district): 1 Cost to District (per hour): $50 For decades West Cobb Preparatory Academy has provided an early intervention tutorial service that promotes literacy to hundreds of inner-city children; of whom would not have otherwise been introduced to a print-rich environment. Statistically this tutorial program is one hundred percent successful by increasing students grades by at the least one letter grade. Our comprehensive instructional program targets students in K-8th grade and is our current initiative modeled by the recommendations of The National Reading Panel and guided GPS. We are accredited through the GAC, SACS, and The United Way. To maximize student achievement our facility is equipped with a computer lab and a media center. The computer lab has fourteen computers loaded with Orchards Teachers Choice Software. Our instructional material is an integration of the GPS student workbooks, and Reading Advantage. Tutorial sessions for will be taught in small-groups or individual, held twice a week and last about one hour and thirty minutes. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 6, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 130

130 P.O. Box Plano, GA Website: X-CEL Operating Foundation Contact Person: Lanie Jackson [email protected] Phone: (877) FAX: Place of Service: Community Center, LEA Facility Time of Service: Before School, After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 5:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 500 Min. Number of Students (each district): 25 Cost to District (per hour): $35 X-CEL Operating Foundation has provided supplemental education services to students from families of all income levels for over twelve years. The overall success rate, measured by parent surveys, student report cards, and test results is 95%. X- CEL has been providing SES for NCLB in Tennessee since 2004 has been consistently rated Above Standard. X-CEL supplemental education services begin with a skills assessment. Following the assessment an Individual Student Plan (ISP) is developed with goals for improvement. Tutorial sessions are a minimum of one hour in length two to three times a week. They consist of individual/small group instruction, independent work, and skill-building exercises using various forms of technology. The majority of instructors who perform X-CEL services hold state teacher certificates. They are highly qualified individuals who receive extensive training to ensure X-CEL student success. X-CEL services are performed at school sites and other community locations. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 29, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 131

131 601 Denham Street Riverdale, GA Supplemental Educational Services Provider Directory Youth Empowerment Project, Inc Contact Person: Glenn Dowell, Ed.D [email protected] Phone: (770) Website: claytonnewssettingtherecordstraight.com FAX: (770) Place of Service: Internet/Online, Software Based, Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship, LEA Facility Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 100 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 or more Cost to District (per hour): $40 Our agency has been a successful tutoring entity for the past 15 years. Our success has been featured in the local and print media as well, including the Oprah Winfrey Show. Last year our Agency was the primary SES provider for Early County school district. Collaboratively, our partnership resulted in the district being removed from a probationary status under NCLB. We have successfully delivered SES Since We administer pre- and post-tests using MySkillsTutor -an online educational tool aligned to Georgia Performance Standards (GPS). The results help chart the students' academic goals, program structure and timeline of progress. The sessions, offered after school hours, are 1.5 hours per day two to three days per week. Our lab has 20+ internet ready computers. We utilize the GPS as a guide in administering the curriculum to ensure our instructions is consistent with lessons students are being taught in classroom. We provide SES to a minimum of 10 students per LEA. Student Achievement Number of SES Students in the Analysis Percent of the Provider's Students Meeting or Exceeding Expectations on State Tests Youth Empowerment Project, Inc. All SES Providers Reading % 75.0% Math % 55.2% English/ Language Arts % 80.0% Approved by the State Board of Education Jun 30, 2009 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 132

132 1514 E. Cleveland Avenue Suite 99A East Point, GA Website: Youth Enhancement Services, Inc Contact Person: Lula M. Gulliam [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (404) Place of Service: Business, Community Center, Place of Religious Worship Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Transportation Provided? At Select Sites Only Serves Students with Disabilities? No Serves Students who are English Language Learners? No Specialty Languages, if any? Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-8 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 175 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $60 Youth Enhancement Services Inc. (YES) has been a pillar of the Metro-Atlanta community, providing quality, accessible and effective education and prevention services to youth for 20 years. YES has impacted more than 2,000 youth and their families. We encourage all program participants to build their skill levels, self-esteem, and sense of community. YES was an SES provider for the school years. During the years that we provided tutorial services, Palmetto Elementary meets AYP standards. We achieved improvement by ensuring that each child was thoroughly assessed. Based on those assessments and staff interaction reports, YES learning coordinators developed individualized plans for each student to improve performance. This custom approach along with our 1:7 instructor to student ratio facilitates an environment of positive growth and academic improvement. This upcoming school year, we will offer two hour tutorial sessions twice a week or a three hour tutorials on Saturdays. Approved by the State Board of Education Jul 9, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 133

133 4485 Tench Road, Suite 1220 Suwanee, GA Website: Zoom In-Home Tutoring Contact Person: Mehul Patel [email protected] Phone: (404) FAX: (770) Place of Service: Student Home Time of Service: After School, Weekends, Summer Serves Students who are English Language Learners? Yes Specialty Languages, if any? Spanish, French, German, Korean Subject(s) Served: Reading, English, Mathematics Grade(s) Served: K-12 Student\Tutor Ratio: 8:1 Max. Number of Students (all districts): 10,000 Min. Number of Students (each district): 10 Cost to District (per hour): $60.00 Zoom In-Home Tutoring has been tutoring Georgia children since 2001 and providing SES services since Our program focuses on giving every student individualized one on one attention in the comfort of their home. Each student is tutored based on school s curriculum to improve in class participation and self-confidence. Student goals are set in accordance with preassessment results, conferences with parents, conferences with classroom teachers, state curriculum standards, and each student s local curriculum. On average, each tutoring session lasts 1-3 hours and is held 1-3 times per week. Session time and length is customized for each student s needs. Instructional materials are directly correlated with Georgia State Standards. Materials may include lesson plans, worksheets, workbooks, newspapers, current event related topics, etc. The Zoom program is proven to improve student academic achievement. On average, students who complete our program will see an increase in grade level equivalency of 1-2 grade levels. Approved by the State Board of Education May 17, 2010 Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent Page 134

134 DeKalb County School System Board of Education Members Dr. Eugene P. Gene Walker, Chair Mr. Thomas E. Bowen, Vice Chair Ms. Sarah Copelin-Wood Mr. Jesse Jay Cunningham, Jr. Ms. Donna G. Edler Ms. Nancy Jester Mr. Donald E. Don McChesney Dr. Pamela A. Speaks Mr. H. Paul Womack, Jr. Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. H. Atkinson Deputy Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Ms. Kathy S. Howe Director of Instructional Budgeting, Staffing and Scheduling Ms. Lisa A. Domzal

135 DeKalb County School System Office of School Improvement 1701 Mountain Industrial Blvd. Stone Mountain, GA 30083