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Helping Students in Grades 4-7 Overcome Reading Challenges and Thrive

At Saint Francis Schools, we understand how hard it can be to see your child struggle with reading. Transitioning to more advanced texts in grades 4-7 can feel like a daunting leap, especially for students who have already worked hard to remediate basic reading and writing skills. That’s why our Reading Comprehension Program is designed with one goal in mind: to meet your child where they are and guide them to grade-level proficiency. Together, we’ll help your student overcome challenges, build confidence, and thrive academically.

Why Our Program Works: A Supportive and Proven Approach

We know that every child’s journey to academic success is unique. Our Reading Comprehension Program is designed to meet students where they are, providing personalized support, gradual progression, and proven strategies to help them rebuild confidence and achieve grade-level proficiency. Here’s how we make a lasting difference for your child.

Saint Francis Elementary School gives Personalized Support for Every Student

Personalized Support for Every Student

Our Reading Comprehension Program begins with assessments to identify strengths and needs, using pretests, benchmarks, and post-tests to guide instruction. This personalized approach ensures steady progress and support.

Saint Francis REading Comprehension program starts with shorter texts to build confidence and gradually moves to more complex material at a manageable pace.

Gradual Progression for Building Confidence

Success happens one step at a time. Our program starts with shorter texts to build confidence and gradually moves to more complex material at a manageable pace. This approach helps students tackle reading challenges with a positive mindset.

Saint Francis Staff Our educators use strategies like review, repetition, and scaffolding to help students master key skills

Proven Strategies That Make a Difference

Our educators use strategies like review, repetition, and scaffolding to help students master key skills. These proven methods ensure that your child retains what they learn and engages deeply with texts, setting them up for long-term success.

What Makes Saint Francis Schools the Right Choice?

When it comes to helping students succeed, Saint Francis Schools goes beyond academics. Our programs are designed with a thoughtful balance of structure and support, ensuring every child feels valued and empowered to achieve their goals. Here’s how we create an environment where students thrive both in and out of the classroom.

A Balanced and Focused Academic Schedule

We believe that consistency is key to success. That’s why students in our Reading Comprehension Program receive two daily periods of focused reading instruction. To provide a well-rounded educational experience, we balance their schedule with science for half of the year and social studies for the other half. This thoughtful structure allows us to prioritize their reading growth while maintaining a comprehensive academic foundation.

A Caring, Encouraging Environment

At Saint Francis Schools, we create a community where every student is supported in becoming their best self. Our educators are passionate about helping students overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. With personalized instruction and an unwavering commitment to each child’s success, we help students build the confidence they need to thrive—not just in reading, but in life.
 

Let’s Work Together to Help Your Child Succeed

When your child feels supported, there’s no limit to what they can achieve. Our Reading Comprehension Program is more than just a literacy course—it’s a pathway to confidence, academic growth, and a lifelong love of learning. At Saint Francis Schools, we’re here to guide your child every step of the way.


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FAQs About the Saint Francis Schools Reading Comprehension Program

Yes, our program is designed to support students with a range of learning challenges, including dyslexia. Using proven strategies like scaffolding and repetition, we help students develop the skills they need to improve comprehension and confidence, regardless of their starting point.

We focus on gradual progression, starting with manageable texts and building up to more complex material. This step-by-step approach, combined with personalized attention from our educators, helps students develop resilience and feel successful at every stage of their learning.

Absolutely. The program is specifically designed to bridge gaps in reading comprehension by identifying each student’s unique needs and tailoring instruction to address them. Our goal is to help your child reach grade-level proficiency and feel confident in their academic abilities.

We recognize that students can excel in some skills while needing extra support in others. Our assessments help us understand your child’s strengths and challenges, allowing us to create a customized plan that targets areas for growth while continuing to challenge their abilities.

Yes, improved reading comprehension has a positive impact across all subjects. By strengthening their ability to understand and analyze texts, students gain the skills needed to excel in areas like science, social studies, and beyond.

We create a nurturing environment where every student feels valued and supported. Our small class sizes and encouraging teachers help students build confidence and develop a positive relationship with reading, reducing anxiety and frustration.