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211 Central New York

Offers literacy classes and instruction including traditional literacy and computer literacy. Hosts conversation groups for individuals who wish to practice their English speaking and listening skills, and offers one-on-one technology instruction.

211 Central New York

Provides strategic learning skills to selected clients in the local community and serve as a supervised training facility for our graduate student interns. The Centers are staffed by graduate student interns who are in the process of completing a Master's degree in either Literacy or Special Education. Each clinician is closely supervised by professors who are faculty members of the department. The Clients are Students in grades two through six who have marked discrepancy between their potential and their actual achievement and will be considered as applicants for various programs. Programs include: Individual Assessment: Each student is administered a series of diagnostic tests which measures educational achievement, physical factors and intellectual potential. Detailed development history interview completes the appraisal. An individual program is designed for each client based on the results of the evaluation. Literacy (Reading) Instruction is on a one-to-one basis. The major goal of this program is to develop reading, writing, spelling and study skill strategies. Written summary reports detail outcomes and recommendations. Special Education (Learning) This program is designed to assist students to improve school related tasks. Instruction is on a one-to-one basis. Written summary reports detail outcomes and recommendations. Space may be limited. Call for more detailed information.

211 Hudsson Valley / ADK

Dedicated to providing literacy support to children, adolescents, and adults in an environment where learners have the safety and support that allow them to take risks and gain confidence as they move toward developing mature control of literacy skills. The Reading/Writing Learning Clinic provides services to families in the communities that adjoin Hofstra University as well as in the larger metropolitan area. New York state-certified literacy specialists provide weekly small group or individual instruction. The Reading/Writing Learning Clinic also offers professional reading and writing evaluations for school-aged children and adults. Contact the clinic for specific information regarding services offered.

211 Hudsson Valley / ADK

Matches trained volunteers with adults wishing to improve their basic literacy skills in including reading, writing, and math as well as offering a workspace for math and computer classes. Provides literacy assessment, peer tutoring network, a family literacy initiative, and tutoring in English for speakers of other languages.

Finger Lakes Region 211

Offers classes and instruction in literacy, math and reading skill building, preparation for high school equivalency (HSE) diploma, and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).

211 Central New York

Provides literacy assessment and instruction for students entering grades 1-12 who are experiencing difficulties in reading and/or writing. Based on the results of the evaluation, students are placed in either small groups (no more than four students) or in an individual setting. Conferences inform parents of progress and make recommendations for support at home. At the end of the semester, a summary report is written for all students. Programs are offered during three semesters per year: Fall, Spring, and Summer. The cost of instruction is based on group or individual placement. For more information, contact the Literacy Center.

211 Hudsson Valley / ADK