Support Services

Each child is viewed as an individual created in the image and likeness of God, with unique abilities and gifts. The school strives to meet each child’s needs and stimulate his/her learning physically, socially, emotionally, spiritually and intellectually.

The staff and teachers continually work to assess and meet the needs of every student. Parents, as the first and primary educators, are encouraged to communicate with teachers about special needs and gifts. Within the parameters of the resources available, teachers will differentiate instruction to meet needs, strengthen gifts and ensure that each student achieves his/her full potential.

Many services are available to teachers and students to help in this work, including:

• Accelerated Reading program available in Grades 6-8.

• Advanced Math curriculum available in Grades 7-8.

• Child Study Teams who meet regularly for teacher consultation, classroom intervention, and assessment purposes.

• School Counselor/Social Worker provides full-time support to students, parents, teachers, and administrators regarding academic behavior and social/emotional issues.
Rosemary Sweedyk
Education: BS – Michigan State University
Experience: 20 years counseling

• Skills Support Room staffed by full-time certified Special Education teacher to provide academic support to students in need of additional remediation or enrichment.
Cheryl Ware
Education: BS – Central Michigan University
MS in Special Education – Southern Illinois University
Experience: 10 years teaching

• Special Education Services available on-site through Grand Rapids Public Schools including testing/evaluation, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Teacher Consultant services.

• Tutoring available on-site individually or in small groups.