Maryland
LearningRx Learning Center, MD
http://www.learningrx.com/ helps struggling students overcome frustrating learning and reading problems and can unlock hidden potential in advanced students looking for a competitive edge. LearningRx actually changes lives because we focus on cognitive skills testing and individualized, one-on-one learning skills training. Students experience change almost immediately and motivation soars.
• Severna Park
• Bethesda
Academic Language Therapy Association,
http://www.altaread.org/findatherapist.asp// Academic language therapy helps develop effective secondary language and written communication skills through proficiency in reading and writing.
Individual academic language therapy programs are designed to meet the needs of those who have been diagnosed with specific dyslexia, dysgraphia, developmental reading disorder, disorders of written language, and language learning disability as well as other related learning problems.
Association of Educational Therapists
http://www.aetonline.org/findET/search.php The Association of Educational Therapists (AET) is the national professional organization dedicated to defining the professional practice of educational therapy. Educational therapists provide intensive, individualized educational interventions for children and adults with learning disabilities and other learning challenges such as dyslexia, ADHD, language processing problems, poor motivation, low academic self-esteem, performance anxiety and poor social, organizational, and/or study skills. Clients may include students needing appropriate school placement or adults needing workplace support.
New Heights Learning and Training Center, Towson, MD,
http://www.newheightscenter.com// The mission of New Heights Center is to create an opportunity for adults and/or children to develop multi-sensory abilities to self-direct, self-check, and self-correct their performance in reading, spelling, comprehension, and/or math.
International Dyslexia Association(IDA)
www.interdys.org The International Dyslexia Association(IDA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to the study and treatment of the learning disability, dyslexia as well as related language-based learning differences. We are the oldest such organization in the U.S. serving individuals with dyslexia, their families, and professionals in the field. If you need a tutor go to: http://www.interdys.org/FindAProviderUnderConstruction.htm
READ RIGHT Systems: Read Right Individual Tutoring Services
www.readright.com/Read Right offers both a “Reading Improvement Program” and a “Critical Thinking Skills Program” for individuals. These programs are effective for people at all levels and of all ages who do not read or comprehend as well as they would like. They work with students labeled as Dyslexic, ADD, learning disabled, or simply slow readers. Individual tutoring is available throughout the United States.
Math Tutoring at Mathnasium Math Learning Centers
http://www.mathnasium.com/ Mathnasium is a learning center where students go year-round to boost their math skills. We are highly specialized; we teach only math. Our program is for students in pre-K through 12th grade. Our goal is to significantly increase your child’s math skills, understanding of math concepts, and overall school performance, while building confidence and forging a positive attitude toward the subject.
National Speech/Language Therapy Center, Bethesda, Rockville, MD
http://www.nationalspeech.com// At National Speech, we can help children communicate better—be it by helping them find “the right word” to use, pronounce words more accurately, or organize their thoughts so they could express themselves better. All these skills are key to preparing children for future academic success.
Reading ASSIST® Institute
http://www.readingassist.org// Reading ASSIST® Institute, a nonprofit organization, helps children with reading disabilities unlock the written word by training tutors and teachers in a phonetic-based, multisensory structured language reading curriculum inspired by the Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction. RAI’s Fee Based Tutoring is a private tutoring service designed to meet the needs of parents and children. There is a charge for this service.
• Serving Delaware,
• southeastern Pennsylvania,
• New Jersey,
• eastern Maryland
Maryland Associates for Dyslexia Adults and Youth, Inc.
Baltimore MD 21211
(410) 889-5487 tel
Educational Tutoring, Bethesda, MD
8 Blueberry Ridge Ct.
Potomac Md 20854
Tel:(301) 340 -1720
Fax: (301) 340-1720
email: LouisEssers@msn.com
http://www.iser.com/essers-MD.html/ Dr. Louis Essers, educational tutoring,
Legacy Learning Center, Ellicot City, MD
10378 Baltimore National Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Tel: 410-480-2203
Fax: 410-480-2204
E-mail: LegacyLearning@aol.com
http://www.iser.com/legacy-MD.html/ At Legacy, we structure services based on learning needs, not labels. We offer tutoring, after school and summer programs, educational consulting.
Atlantic Seaboard Dyslexia Education Center, Rockville, MD
22 West Jefferson
Rockville, MD 20850
301-762-2414
FAX 301-7626986
email: cnissen@aol.com
http://www.asdec.org The Atlantic Seaboard Dyslexia Education Center is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) accredited by the International Multisensory Structured Languages Education Council (IMSLEC). Established in 2000, ASDEC’s foundation is based on more than three decades of educational experience serving students with language-based learning disabilities. ASDEC’s graduate-level training in structured multisensory language instruction enables teachers, tutors, parents and other educators to teach success to students with even the most severe learning disabilities
The Siena School, Silver Spring, MD
http://www.thesienaschool.org/ The Siena School will offer a rich educational program for bright, college-bound students who are challenged by language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia. Grade 4th -12th by fall 2009
Siena’s summer program provides students with a positive instructional experience that works on review, reinforcement and enhancement of academic skills. Small classes and a nurturing environment provide fun and creative learning opportunities in reading, writing, and math skills and concepts. Art is also provided on a daily basis.
Chelsea School, Silver Spring, Maryland,
http://www.chelseaschool.edu From the very beginning, the focus was on providing a skill-based curriculum to students organized in small homogenous groups based on reading level. (5th or younger- not sure)5th -12th grade
Chelsea School Extended School Year (ESY- summer school) program is designed to provide students with remediation in:
• Reading
• Writing
• Math skills
Jemicy School, Owings Mills, MD
http://www.jemicyschool.org// The Jemicy School empowers students with dyslexia / language-based learning differences to realize their intellectual and social potential through a proven, multisensory curriculum. Grades 1-12th
Camp Jemicy is a co-educational day camp open to elementary students (ages 6 – 11) that combines intensive educational remediation and tutoring with traditional summer camp activities. Five days each week, children receive language and math tutoring based on the tenets of Orton-Gillingham. Individualized programs complement each student’s learning style and address his academic needs. Traditional camp activities enhance skills and build self-confidence as campers hike, swim, create science projects, engage in cooperative games, go on field trips, camp out, and enjoy art and drama activities
The Odyssey School, Baltimore, MD
http://www.theodysseyschool.org// The Odyssey School exists to provide a high quality education in a lower and middle school setting for children with above average to exceptional higher level thinking skills who have been diagnosed with dyslexia or other language-related learning differences. Offers summer program, Grades K-8th
AVK Learning Center for Children, Grafton MA
Orton-Gillingham@Charter.Net or call 508-320-3021.
Serves children and adults diagnosed with dyslexia, certified Orton-Gillingam reading therapists tutor
The Lab School, Washington, D.C, & Baltimore
http://www.labschool.org Founded in 1967 by Sally L. Smith, The Lab School of Washington is internationally recognized for its innovative programs for children and adults with learning disabilities. The Lab School Day School offers individualized instruction to students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Has a summer school and tutoring program. K-12th
ChesterBrook Academy FL, IL, MD, NC, PA, NJ, SC and VA
http://www.chesterbrookacademy.com At our schools, you can trust that your child will be treated as an individual learner and encouraged to appreciate the joy of learning. We recognize that every child needs support, challenges and encouragement within a stimulating educational environment. Our teachers actively engage your child in learning within an atmosphere that is safe and nurturing. Has many different summer programs. Grades Prek-8th