RISE
One-to-One
Instruction

Program Description

In our Research-informed Individualized Student Education (RISE) program, students work one-to-one with a qualified instructor on ongoing learning support, foundational skills instruction, explicit instruction, tutoring and homework support. The goal of this learning support program is to improve student independence, confidence, and academic success.

As a parent or guardian, please apply for one-to-one learning support through our online application form. Our Learning Support Team will then reach out to set up an interview time where we will get to know you and your child better, gather information to understand your child’s learning challenges, and begin the process of matching them with an instructor.

Program Highlights

Here are some key features and what you can expect in our one-to-one program. We will discuss the options best suited for your child and family during and following your intake interview.

What to Expect

• Participate in an intake interview with an LDS team member to assess student learning needs, program fit, scheduling, and funding.
• Share relevant educational documents (IEP, PsychEd, report cards) with LDS to review and determine learning needs and priorities. 
• Depending on program fit, your child will receive one-to-one explicit instruction in foundational skills such as phonics, reading comprehension, written output, and/or math, or homework support taught by experienced, specially trained instructors.
• Students develop executive function skills such as working memory, attention, planning and organization through test preparation, note-taking, and study skills.
• Receive the benefits of a program that draws from an extensive library of curricula that our expert instructors use to develop individualized learning plans based on student assessment, data and learning goals.
• Our program integrates assistive technology tools (software and hardware) and social robotics where appropriate.
• LDS supports students and families with case managers, including BC Certified Teachers, who observe and coach instructors (average 2 hours per week).

Progress Monitoring

• LDS uses standardized assessment to identify individualized learning goals and develop learning interventions. 
• LDS identifies, develops and reports on social and emotional goals to support students learning and confidence.
• LDS uses ongoing assessments to monitor learning progress.
• Families receive session snapshot reports after each session.
• Families receive mid-year and end-of-year reporting on learning goals and progress. 

Extra Supports

Where warranted (to be determined in collaboration with families):

• LDS can, at parent/guardian request, forward your child’s learning plan, progress reports and session snapshots to their teacher(s), school-based team, and other professionals.
• LDS can collaborate with specialists to support your child’s learning needs.
• LDS can provide support with IEP development and communication with a school-based team.

Become a Donor

Thank you to our supporters who contribute to making our programming accessible for families in need.

If you would like to contribute to our bursary fund to ensure all students have access to the educational support they deserve, please consider making a monthly or one-time donation.