Literacy First is a program under Destined for a Dream. Literacy First is a K-9th grade accelerated reading program for students to increase their English language skills. Literacy first will help students reach their grade level for reading abilities. Reading is an important skill that needs to be developed in children. Not only is it necessary for survival in the world of schools, but in adult life as well.

DFAD tutoring and mentoring program will begin to develop leadership skills, life skills, and social skills. Working in groups and one-on-one sessions with our youth helps to promote teamwork, but also academics in reading.

Reading is an important skill that needs to be developed in children. The more children read the better they become at reading. The younger children read stories and are read to, the greater their interest in mastering reading. Reading can open up new worlds and enrich children lives.

Curriculum

Destined for a Dream incorporates our personal plan based on the child's need. However, build a lot of the Wilson Reading Program strategies during our weekly session. http://www.wilsonlanguage.com/

Registration

Please contact our office if you’re interested in registering your child. There is a non-refundable registration fee of $60, which helps us plan your child's educational needs. This fee covers registration, materials, and insurance for the program.

Our curriculum uses various methods, including the Wilson Reading System, and we offer educational consulting services. We focus on educating parents, students, and educators. We welcome students from regular and special education backgrounds, including those with varying disabilities.

For further details regarding registration, meetings, and additional costs, please reach out to us. Please reference the contact us form.

Cost

First, our cost is the lowest in all surrounding counties. We are a nonprofit and we choose to keep our cost affordable while providing quality care to our students. Please reach out to our office to further discuss the additional cost associated with the program.

Schedule

Each session can range from 60 to 90 min and all students are required to be on-time. At the time of registration and parents' meeting, we will go over the time that best fits your schedule. Also, we will schedule a meeting with the family before tutoring begins to discuss an appropriate plan. The meeting will be conducted with Mrs. Waller-Hill as well as your child's instructor.

There will be a monthly cost associated with tutoring. Fees will vary from $150 & up, per month. The monthly cost depends on the hours and times per week requested. The fee will help pay our staff, tutoring services, and maintenance of the program.

We’re asking for all parents to make payments on the due date provided on our LF calendar. A late fee of $40.00 will be assessed an the third day late. Payments can be made online, in person, or by mail(if mailed, must be in by the due date.) Once your child is registered we will contact you to discuss a meeting, times, and availability.

As part of the program, we will also stay in communication with your child's teacher. All Destined for Dream teachers are certified, degreed, and experienced professionals. All staff members are required to have background checks needed to work with children.