Doing their own research, sharing family stories, and extensive testing allowed the Giardinas to understand Michael’s disabilities and learn how to help him learn and grow.
Watch as the Arlington Public Schools Intake Center in Arlington, VA helps place kids like eight-year-old Marlon, a new student from Honduras, in the right classroom.
An effective screening tool assesses all skills that are known to be important for learning to read, is evidence-based, fits the context of the school, and has appropriate sensitivity and specificity.
Hire the best school year teachers, get assessment data from the school prior to the start of the program, and then share the results of the child’s experience during the summer with the teacher and administrative staff.
