Supportive Instruction

How does the Early Intervention Program (EIP) support each child's learning?

• Targeted Instruction: The Early Intervention Program (EIP) offers targeted instruction in core academic subjects, such as reading and math This additional instruction is designed to help students who are struggling in these subjects catch up to their peers and achieve grade-level proficiency.
• Small Group: The Early Intervention Program (EIP) classes are typically smaller in size compared to regular classrooms, which allows for more individualized attention. Students may receive one-on-ne or small-group instruction from qualified educators, making it easier to address their specific learning needs.
• Differentiated Instruction: Early Intervention Program (EIP) teachers often use differentiated instruction techniques to tailor their teaching methods to the diverse learning styles and needs of students. This helps ensure that each student receives instruction that is appropriate for their abilities.

What can a parent or guardian do at home to support their child's Early Intervention Program experiences?

Supporting a child enrolled in Advanced/Accelerated courses requires a multifaceted approach that blends academic encouragement, emotional support, and fostering a conducive learning environment. Here's a detailed guide for parents and guardians:

Create a Structured Learning Environment:

• Set up a dedicated and organized study space at home with necessary supplies, such as pens, paper, and a computer.
• Establish a regular daily routine with designated study or homework times.

Communicate with Teachers:

• Stay in touch with your child's teachers to understand their curriculum and expectations.
• Attend parent-teacher conferences to discuss your child's progress and any areas that need improvement.

Encourage Reading:

• Promote a love for reading by providing age-appropriate books and reading together regularly.
• Discuss what your child is reading, ask questions, and encourage them to share their thoughts.

Be Patient and Supportive:

• Recognize that every child learns at their own pace and may have different strengths and weaknesses.
• Provide emotional support, praise, and encouragement to boost their confidence.

Remember that supporting your child's learning is an ongoing process. By creating a nurturing and supportive environment at home, you can help your child develop a strong foundation for academic success and a lifelong love for learning.

 Our Exceptional Education Program provides support for students with specific learning disabilities, or other health impaired concerns, with specialized instruction from specially trained teachers. Those services range from consultative support to small, specialized classrooms with instruction tailored to those learning needs. Individualized Education Plans are developed to meet the specific learning needs of eligible students.
 

Contact Dr. C. Sanford  Exceptional Education Lead Teacher 404.802.8233

Contact Ms. L. Green, K-8 Gifted Teacher

Vision  

Ensure all students receive high-quality, evidence-based instruction in a supportive environment, meeting academic and behavioral needs through systematic school-wide support and ongoing collaboration involving teachers, administrators, families, specialists, and community partners.

Georgia Multi-Tiered System of Supports (GaMTSS) is a data-driven, multi-level prevention system designed to meet the needs of the whole child by implementing a continuum of tiered supports. GaMTSS is grounded in the belief that academics, behavior, and well-being are interconnected and impact student success. By integrating academics, behavior, and well-being data, systems, and practices, teams can align efforts to address barriers to learning and improve outcomes.

EIP (Early Intervention Program)/REP (Remedial Education Program)

The Early Intervention Program (EIP) is designed to provide interventions for students who are at risk of not reaching or maintaining their academic grade level based on their performance on state or national assessments or performance measures in English Language Arts/Reading, Mathematics, or both to help them meet grade-level expectations within the shortest possible time.

The Remedial Education Program is an instructional program designed for students in grades 6-12 who have identified deficiencies in reading, writing, and math. This program provides individualized basic skills instruction as mandated by Georgia Law in the areas of reading, mathematics, and writing.

Contact Ms. Dixon MTSS Specialist    404.802.8225

Through a comprehensive focus on SEL, Atlanta Public Schools is committed to the social, emotional, and academic development of students by connecting "hearts and smarts" as part of a systemic whole child framework.  APS also recognizes that building the capacity of adults to model SEL skills is at the core of teacher and leader excellence. APS uses the CASEL framework to inform its SEL programming in alignment with the district's strategic plan.  

CASEL defines SEL as the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes, to develop healthy identities, manage emotions, and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions (CASEL, 2020).  

SEL advances educational equity and excellence through authentic school-family-community partnerships to establish learning environments and experiences that feature trusting and collaborative relationships, rigorous and meaningful curriculum and instruction, and ongoing evaluation. SEL can help to address various forms of inequity and empower young people and adults to co-create thriving schools and contribute to safe, healthy, and just communities (CASEL 2020).  

Research has found that students who participate in SEL programming make gains in multiple areas including pro-social behavior, attitudes about themselves and others, standardized achievement scores and social emotional skills. These same students also showed a reduction in problem behaviors and emotional distress. (Child Development, 82 (1), 405-432) 

Our "WHY" 

The vision of the SEL Department in Atlanta Public Schools is to have safe, supportive, inclusive, restorative, and equitable learning/work environments where identities are honored, relationships are paramount, the community is welcomed, and well-being is prioritized. 

In order to achieve this vision, we will focus on: 

• Adult SEL Capacity Building  
• Common Language and SEL Standards 
• Explicit SEL Curriculum Beginning in Pre-K to 12th Grade 
• Academic Integration  
• Inclusive, Restorative, and Equitable Learning/Work Environments 
• Emotional Wellness for Students and Staff 
• Family, Home, and Community Connection