|
Our First Pillar | Meeting Individual Needs
We provide each student with opportunities for successful learning at their pace and at their level.
Each year, we begin by assessing our students’ level of performance in reading, writing, and math in order to know what each student knows. From that initial testing, we determine where to begin the process of meeting their needs.
Additionally, each student’s learning profile is carefully studied by our teachers and staff. Those who work directly with the student will come to know which strategies and learning tools to use that will facilitate the most effective outcomes for that child. Our students come to trust these teachers completely because they understand why they need what the teacher provides. And, more importantly, they know their teachers are working with them to help them succeed.
Our teachers also learn to read their students’ body language and respond appropriately. Many times, a quick word of encouragement is all that is needed. A student’s whole day can turn around on this simple interaction. It happens as a result of students learning to trust that their teachers are in their corner. Trident students understand that their teachers care about them and want the very best for them.
Meeting our students where they are and helping them move forward is ingrained in Trident’s DNA. We strive to help students advance as quickly as they can, but also as slowly as they need. From my 30 years of experience with Trident Academy, the focus on Individual Needs has never wavered. I am proud to be the leader of such a fine group of educators who truly seek the best for their students.
Enjoy fall break! We’ll see everyone on Tuesday.
Blessings,
Betsy
| 
