The Program
The program is specifically designed to prepare
students for the academic challenges they face in high school and college.
Students learn essential study skills that will last a lifetime. Their needs
are met with a variety of activities designed to encourage students to take
control of their own learning and discover their study style. Throughout the
course students develop a study action plan for use during the school year.
Students will receive:
-Student organizer
-Personalized recommendations for success
-Knowledge that lasts a lifetime
For more information contact:
Mr. Lewis Van Wambeke (410) 969-9105 x228
vanwambekel@archbishopspalding.org
Personalized Small Classes
The course is taught by a certified, experienced
classroom teacher. Small classroom size and student-tailored activities help
students discover their learning style and improve academic performance.
Activities are designed based on individual students' needs.
“The Study Skills
course helped me realize that I can
do well In school,
and I think I am really prepared with all of the study tips I
learned. -Victoria Willis, Spalding student "
Program Director
Lewis Van Wambeke is Assistant Principal of
Academic Affairs at Archbishop Spalding High School. He earned his Masters
of Leadership in Teaching from The College of Notre Dame, Maryland and
Bachelor of Arts from SI. Mary's College of Maryland. He is dedicated to
improving student performance and helping students reach their academic
potential.
Enrolling
The cost for the course is $250 per student. The
total amount must be paid two weeks before the course. A $100 deposit is due
at registration.
The prepare-ED Study Skills Courses are noncredit
and open to students entering Archbishop Spalding High SchOOl in grades
9-12. ' Class sizes are small at 20 students or less. Registration secures
your child a spot in the course. " Archbishop Spalding High School reserves
the right to cancel classes due to lack of enrollment.
“I would highly
recommend the Summer Study Skills course to anyone in the future that needs
help in any aspect of school life.
" -Spalding
Upperclassman “
“My son was
in one of your Study Skills courses this summer and I have to let you
know that I can see a difference in the way that he is
preparing himself for his classes.”
Curriculum Includes
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Organizational Skills
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Time Management Skills
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Improving Test Performance
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Improving Reading
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Comprehension |
Study Skills Inventory |
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Improving Concentration and Memory
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Note-taking and In-Class Skills
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Motivation
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Math
Strategies
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