Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions
of students and parents.
- What is PLP?
- Who can go to PLP?
- What does it cost?
- Why can't my child be in PLP?
- Who will be teaching my child?
What is PLP?
PLP is the Power Learning Program. Many students learn more
effectively in small group settings. In small groups, or even
individual instruction, students receive extra attention and
much needed remediation. We can meet the needs of students who
are not functioning at grade level in one or more subjects. PLP
includes students from 1st grade through 8th grade. Students
come to PLP for just the subject, or subjects, needed, and they
never miss out on any enrichment subjects in the classroom.
Who can go to PLP?
Any student not performing at grade level in Math, English, or
Reading will be referred to the principal and the PLP Department
Head. Parents will be consulted and the child will be valuated.
Administration, classroom teacher,PLP Department Head, and
parent will consult and determine the best approach to help the
student. At that point placement may occur. The PLP teacher
makes regular assessments and consults with the classroom
teacher, principal, and parents to determine if the placement is
working.
What does it cost?
The cost is in addition to tuition and other fees. For one
subject it is $150 per month Each additional subject is only $50
per month.
Why can't my child be in PLP?
Not everyone qualifies for PLP. A child needs to be functioning
below grade level in Reading, Math, or English according to the
Woodcock/Johnson test of Achievement, have a diagnosed and
defined learning disability, or have major gaps in previously
learned material that causes him/her to perform below grade
level expectations.
Who will be teaching my child?
The PLP department is headed by Ron Stafford. Mr. Stafford is
extremely fortunate to have Mrs. Susie Shuster in complete
charge of the math portion of PLP. She is immeasurably
competent, organized, and she expects the best from your
children. She has truly been a blessing to Mr. Stafford,and is
a treasure for the PLP Department. We are also blessed, once
again, to have Mrs. Rita Eldridge helping us. Last year was her
first in PLP, and she exceeded our expectations. Mrs. Eldridge
is very dedicated and has a great repoirt with her students.
She is always prepared and makes the most out of the time she
has with students. Jan Tanaka will also be teaching some of our
PLP classes this year, as well as being the art teacher for our
school. Mrs. Tanaka has a long and varied background in
education. She has a B.A in in English Education and a Learning
Disabilities Credential from Arizona State University. We will
be adding aides as needed, but rest assured they will all be
highly qualified to help your child to accomplish their best.
