PRIVATE Fraser Academy Pir aarmamnnnan aan anetta Vancouver, BG, ~ en Fraser Academy - where education lasts a lifetime ABOUT US Fraser Academy, is a non-profit, independent private school with an enrollment of over 150 students, The school follows approved B.C. curriculum We specialize in working with students (Grades 1-12) of average and above average intelligence who have unique learning differences like Dyslexia. Often, these learning differences prevent students from achieving their personal and academic potential in che conventional classroom. Based on a psycho-educational assessment, students receive multi-sensory teaching techniques using the Orton-Gillingham approach. Students receive extra attention and practice in the basic skilis of academic courses. WHO ARE OUR ‘STUDENTS? ' “Qur students are intelligent — young people with specific anguage _ learning differences.. They fa have the capacity to ~~ learn, ‘but are not achieving their potential. It has often not been understood by the students themselves that they have unique learning styles, and so they have struggled in a conventional class setting. School is discouraging and frustrating for. them. Students who attend Fraser Academy may have a number of different diagnoses (from education specialists or- psychologists): Dyslexia, Language Processing Difficulties, Atcention Deficit Disorder with Learning Disability, or many others. A DIFFERENT WAY OF LEARNING Fraser Academy takes an approach to teaching that encourages students to understand, accept, and take advantage of . their particular learning style. We create an environment within which students’ can experience success. When placed in an environment that accommodates their learning style students are often astonished to - discover they CAN learn: Instead of school ‘being a frustrating and negative place, it can become a positive, fulfilling experience. Multi-sensory teaching techniques are applied in all courses. A low student teacher ratio permits staff to create a personalized approach for each class. The fundamental principles of mutual respect, cooperation and self-reliance are emphasized. Our focus is on helping students become | independent _ learners. Fraser Academy 2294 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, NUMBER OF STUDENTS! 160, Grades 1-12 {3 BMTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ; psycho-educational testing interview application in-Louse testing FADO; approximately 50 Junior Grades 1-7 $12,750 per annum Senior Grades 8-12 $13,000 per annum ON THE ROAD TO INDEPENDENT LEARNING 17 EON RETRMEMENTS 3 Structured activities are designed to help students learn how to organize themselves by yes use of daily planners and a consistent daily FE CTERHNOLOGICAL' NOVANCEMENTS) schedule. These tools help students create a patterned approach to their education. Expectations are clear and consistently reinforced. \. . Ven gel foi af aflention so yar eri f get) with nol dong pour honteork of experience, “We know that our students are successful when they are simply taught the way that they learn.” Once our students experience success, their self-esteem and confidence improve, and their goals become achievable. All activities ar Fraser Academy — whether social, academic, or physical — are designed fhe) mueke you stay late une de ffl s ‘ Airk, Grade & for student success. Physical activities like. snowboarding, hockey, golf and outdoor retreats, help create and restore confidence in one’s ability to face and meet challenges. Our students act as emissaries for our. methodology and philosopy. 90% of our graduates have gone on to post-secondary education ~ from McMasters University to Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design. They represent the success story chat is Fraser Academy. multimedia centre virtual classroom digital recording studio school website i - ~ small class sizes — one-on-one tutoring — multi-sensory approach ~ grades 1-12 (junior and senior school) ~ specialized studies in computers fine arts music sports After 14 years | VW ntdoor Filucution hnor ides: een THE ACTIVITIES B All activities at Fraser Academy -— whether social, academic or physical — are designed for student success. Students are taught new skills, and as they master these new skills, their seif-csteem improves. Students are offered opportunities to exhibit their screngths and share their successes within their peer groups, Fraser Academy stresses the importance of physical health and well being by offering a variety of activities designed to boost confidence, engender cooperation, and develop skills. Physical activities like skiing, rappelling, and horseback riding help create and restore confidence in one’s ability to face and meet challenges. Outdoor education expeditions and retreats provide students the opportunity to interact with friends and teachers in a, non-academic setting. Social and incer personal skills are developed while students have fun. Tel: (604) 736-5575 Fax: 736-5578 Email: fraser@direct.ca Website: www.fraser-academy.be.ca yluden is opprortienitis lo face nel challenges”