Resource Specialist Program (RSP)

The Resource Specialist Program at Galileo Academy is designed to assist students who have difficulty in the areas of reading, mathematics, and written language. Specifically developed curriculum is used to provide students with alternative methods of learning and performing in the classroom.

The Resource Specialist Program (RSP) services the entire school community in different ways. Students faced with academic challenges receive services through RSP. These services are provided to prevent student failure. Each child's specific learning needs are addressed through an IEP (Individual Education Plan).

Students identified as having a Specific Learning Disability receive academic support from the RSP in one-on-one settings, a small group, or in the classroom. RSP teachers are flexible and capable of instructing, both in the classroom, or through a pull out program. The teachers and RSP collaborate to create an optimal program to promote self-esteem and achievement in academics through the use of multisensory strategies and modified assignments.

The Resource Specialist is available for consultation with other teachers in the area of assessment, instruction, behavioral questions, or curriculum adaptation.

Resources
Comprehension Strategies
Reading Tips
Simple Story Grammar Worksheet

Links
eSSORTMENT Resources- The Family and Parenting website had many creative ideas and fun activities. The Reading section has suggested book lists, practical suggestions for reading aloud to children, and ideas improving reading skills.
Helping Your Child With Reading- Many parent tips for helping your child become a better reader.
KidsClick!- If your child needs to find information for a school report this is a great place to start your Internet search. This site, created by librarians, contains a listing of links to web sites for literature, science, social studies, math, health, sports, the arts, and other references.
Reading Is Fundamental- The Reading is Fundamental site has resources to help parents become more involved in their child's education. Information is grouped by age levels.
Just Read- Just Read has articles and other publications, fun web sites for kids, and recommended reading list by grade.
Thames Valley Parent Tips- This site includes tips for reading with children, questions to ask and other helpful hints to help motivate children to love reading.
Family Education- The Family Education Network web site has parenting tips, homework helpers, and activities listed by grade levels.
The Parent Institute Free Resources- This site has a section of free resources advocating parental involvement in education.
Sites For Parents- A quality resource for the best sites on the Internet.
Encouraging The Young Reader- The Read*Write*Now! site has fun activities for parents and kids to do together, which encourage an enjoyment of reading and writing.
St. Petersburg Times Online article- What Parents Can Do to Foster Reading: This article offers practical suggestions for parents.
Communication Skills Letter- You Wanted to Help: The Nine Commandments of Literacy Links to over 80 websites.