SES Provider List with Record of Effectiveness 2011 2012 97 version 1

BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROVIDERS LIST WITH RECORD OF EFFECTIVENESS 2011-2012 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Names of Approved SES Providers in Alabama: A to Z Home Tutoring Achievement Academy All About Partners in Education, LLC (AA PIE) Alpha Academy Tutorial Center Appleton Learning Carter, Reddy and Associates Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services, Inc Educate Online Learning, LLC Hamilton and Harris Educational Consulting Group, LLC JFK Tutoring, Inc Learn-It Online, LLC (LION) Learn-It Systems, LLC MTS Tutorial Services Rocket Learning, LLC Sylvan Learning Center of Hoover Sylvan Learning Center of Roebuck Tower Educational Consulting Group, LLC 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu Page 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider A to Z In-Home Tutoring, LLC John Maines 600 Vestavia Parkway, Suite 220 Birmingham, Alabama 35216 Phone: 866-505-2869, ext 110 Fax: 205-978-2378 E-mail: john.maines@atoztutoring.com Web site: www.atoztutoring.com Re-approved: May 2010 Session Information Sessions per week: to Hours per session: to hours Cost per hour: $55.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: to Tutor Qualifications: Certified teachers, graduate degree, four-year degree, 60+ hours of college credit Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: Student's home or another site to be determined by the parent Services available for special populations: ELL (Spanish) and special education students Available to Serve In Statewide (No Minimums) The provider says this about its services: "A to Z In-Home tutoring provides tailored, one-on-one instruction to students in the comfort and convenience of their home or parent location of choice Our local, highly-qualified tutors come to the home at times and days that are convenient for the family As one of the largest providers of No Child Left Behind tutoring, we are experienced, yet have a personalized local approach to all we do." A to Z In-Home Tutoring, LLC - Provider Record of Effectiveness Rubric (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from 47 admin;62 Teachers; 177 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Communication Instructional Plans Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Communication exists but is inconsistent Made some attempts to develop instructional plans geared to student needs Services are in alignment with local and state academic standards Accommodations were offered to special education or ELL students as needed Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Some satisfaction with provider overall Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Above Standards Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Session Information Sessions per week: 2-3 Hours per session: Cost per hour: $40.00 Achievement Academy Kwame Asante 1150 Florida Blvd Baton Rouge, LA Phone: 225-214-7802 Fax: 225-214-7801 E-mail: kasante1@cox.net Web site: n/a Approved: May 2010 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: Small group, 2-6; Tutor Qualifications: State certified teachers Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: School or community center Services available for special populations: ELL (Spanish) and special education students Available to Serve In Statewide (minimum of 10 students) The provider says this about its services: Since 2005, Achievement Academy has provided reading and math tutoring (including Algebra and Geometry) to students in Kindergarten through 12th grade We tutor students in-person at their schools or nearby libraries and community centers (providing transportation when necessary) using PLATO’s computer-based programs We work with students from all backgrounds, including students with disabilities and Limited English Proficient (LEP) students, and we offer sessions Monday – Saturday Achievement Academy- Provider Record of Effectiveness Rubric (Approved in 2011, no data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; Parents Insufficient Information Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Above Standards Student Achievement Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Session Information Description of Services Available to Serve In All About Partners In Education LLC (AA PIE) Karla Jackson 4066 May Apple Court Decatur, Georgia 30034 Phone: 877-814-6556 Fax: 877-814-6556 Email: info@partnerined.com Web site: www.partnerined.com Re-approved: May 2011 Sessions per week: to Hours per session: to Cost per hour: not to exceed $60.00 Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: to 1, to Tutor qualifications: Certified teachers, degreed professionals, junior/senior level pre-service teachers and paraprofessionals Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: School, place of worship, community center, student's home Services available for special populations: Special education students Statewide (minimum of students) Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive The provider says this about its services: "AA PIE provides one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions using research based instructional strategies We service grades K-12 in reading/language arts and mathematics Our tutors are highly trained and qualified." Record of Effectiveness: Partners In Education, LLC was approved as a provider in 2008 and re-approved in 2011 All About Partners in Education - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; 7Teachers;44 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Below Standards Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Marginal Quality Acceptable Communication exists but is inconsistent Above Standards Provider made attempts to plan instruction to meet the individual needs or reinforce regular academic program for the majority of the students Most provider services are aligned with local and state standards Accommodations were sometimes offered to special education students or ELL students as needed Some satisfaction with provider overall Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: Incomplete information at monitoring, but findings cleared Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Alpha Academy Tutorial Center Sandra Carter-Ward 3350 Riverwood Parkway, Suite 1900 Atlanta, GA 30339 Phone: 678-581-1966 or 866-781-1966 Fax: 678-581-0265 E-mail: alphatutor@aol.com Web site: www.alphaacademytutorial.com Session Information Description of Services Available to Serve In Sessions per week: 2-4 Hours per session: 1-2 Cost per hour: $60.00 Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: Individual (1:1) or small group (2-6) Tutor Qualifications: state certified teachers Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: School Services available for special populations: Limited-English proficient students (Spanish) and special education students Statewide (minimum of 5) Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Approved: May 2011 The provider says this about its services: : Alpha Academy Tutorial Center (AATC) uses a comprehensive array of instructional materials coupled with best instructional practices to provide intervention for students who are performing below grade level in reading and mathematics AATC program materials are provided for tutors and students AATC systematically communicates with schools, teachers, and parents about students’ goals, intervention, and progress Alpha Academy Tutorial Center- Provider Record of Effectiveness Rubric (Approved in 2011, data is from 2009-2010 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from 18 admin; 19 Teachers; 55 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Communication Instructional Plans Reading and Math Local and State Standards Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Above Standards Communication exists but is inconsistent Some attempts were made to have instructional plans geared to students needs Services are inconsistently aligned with local and state academic standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Accommodations sometimes offered Some satisfaction with provider overall Results of Monitoring: Provider was not approved to provide services in 2010-2011, so no monitoring were done 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Appleton Learning Glenn Clayton 200 Clinton Avenue, Suite 402 Huntsville, Alabama 35801 Phone: 256-382-0939 Fax: 256-539-6343 E-mail glenn.clayton@appletonlearning.com Web site: www.appletonlearning.com Re-approved: May 2011 Session Information Sessions per week: 1-3 Hours per session: to 1.5 Cost per hour: $55.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading, Mathematics and ACT preparation Tutor to student ratio: 1:1, 1:6, computeraided instruction and distance learning for 9th12th grade) Tutor Qualifications: Certified teachers or Appleton certified professional tutors Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: School, community center, student’s home or on-line (for 9th-12th grade students only) Services available for special populations: ELL (Spanish) and special education students Available to Serve In Statewide (minimum of 15) The provider says this about its services: "Appleton Learning is of Alabama's #1 Tutoring Services with significant experience in helping Alabama students improve their reading and math skills Our program provides individualized tutoring in English/language arts, reading and math designed to improve student performance and confidence Most students increase their proficiency level by 10 percent." Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings Appleton Learning - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from 12 admin; 11 Teachers; 55 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Communication Instructional Plans Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Provider is adequately communicating with key stakeholders Provider made attempts to plan instruction to meet the individual needs or reinforce regular academic program for the majority of the students Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception 10/18/2022 Above Standards Provider services are in alignment with local and state academic standards Provider sometimes offered accommodations to special education or ELL students Some satisfaction with the provider overall Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider The Capitol School, Inc Dr Barbara S Rountree 2828 Sixth Street Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401 Phone: 205-758-2828 Fax: 205-750-0280 Email: brountree@thecapitolschool.com Web site: www.thecapitolschool.com Re-approved: May 2011 Session Information Sessions per week: Hours per session: Cost per hour: $45 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading/Language Arts and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: Small group (2-6 students) Tutor Qualifications: B.S or M.S and prior teaching experience Teaching certificate preferred, but not required Grade levels: K-8 Location of Services: The Capitol School Services available for special populations: ELL (Spanish, German, French and Chinese) and special education students Available to Serve In Tuscaloosa City and Tuscaloosa County The provider says this about its services: "Students who select The Capitol School will be transported from their home school to our school building on historic Capitol Park Tutors will work with the child in small groups of six for an hour of reading tutoring and an hour of math tutoring each day on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting on October 4th We will make every effort to help your child succeed! Students must be picked up at 2828 Sixth Street at 5:15 p.m." Record of Effectiveness: The Capitol School, Inc was approved in 2008 Results of 2008-2009 Monitoring Visit: Monitoring findings were resolved according to the requirements of the State Department of Education Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings The Capitol School, Inc - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; 14 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Communication Instructional Plans Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Communication exists but is inconsistent Provider made some attempts to develop instructional plans that are geared to student needs Local and State Standards Services are in alignment with local and state academic standards Accommodations sometimes offered to special education or ELL students Satisfaction with provider overall Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception 10/18/2022 Above Standards Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Carter, Reddy, and Associates, Inc Raahul Reddy 24123 Greenfield Road, Ste.307 Southfield, MI 48075 Phone: 248-233-6370 Fax: 248-233-6173 E-mail: raahulr@hotmail.com Web site: www.crandassociates.org Reapproved: May 2010 Session Information Sessions per week: to Hours per session: 1-2 hours Cost per hour: $55.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: individualized instruction (1:1), small group (2-6) and computer-aided (no more than 8) Tutor Qualifications: Fully certified and qualified teachers Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: School, library, and/or student’s home Available to Serve In Statewide (minimum of 20 students required) Services available for special populations: ELL (Spanish, Arabic and Creole) and Special education students The provider says this about its services: "Carter, Reddy, and Associates' Self-directed Learners Program offers the following free after-school tutoring courses: (1) Reading and Writing Acceleration Program (2) Mathematics Acceleration Program (3) English as a Second Language Program We guarantee each course strengthens students' reading, writing, and mathematics competence and helps each child perform better in school by learning strategies that help them read better and faster, solve mathematical problems, and write quality sentences and paragraphs With highly qualified instructors, flexible schedules and number of sites, it is very convenient no matter where you live." Carter Reddy & Associates, Inc - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-2010 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from 14 admin; Teachers; 63 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Below Standards Marginal Quality Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2007-2008 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2008-2009 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Acceptable Above Standards Adequately communicated with key stakeholders Some attempts to develop instructional plans geared to student needs Services are inconsistently aligned with local and state academic standards Inconsistently offered accommodations to special and/or ELL students Inconsistent satisfaction with provider overall Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No Findings Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 10 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Results of Monitoring: N/A Provider Huntsville City Schools Carol Pope 200 White Street Huntsville, Alabama 35801 Phone: 256-428-6885 Fax: 256-428-6879 E-mail: cpope@Hsv.k12.al.us Web site: www.huntsvillecityschools.net Approved: May 2009 Session Information Sessions per week: Hours per session: 45 minutes/morning hour/afternoon Cost per hour: $45.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Mathematics, ACT and SAT prep Tutor to student ratio: to small group; to computer-aided instruction Tutor Qualifications: Highly-qualified certified teachers at BA, MA, ED.S, ED.D degree levels with instructional assistants who meet Alabama’s highly qualified standards Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: School Services available for special populations: ELL (Spanish) and special education students Available to Serve In Huntsville City School System (minimum of 4) The provider says this about its services: Huntsville City Schools will offer a high-quality, research based, supplemental instructional program that is specifically designed for each student based on data from their formal and pre/post test assessments included in the supplemental instructional program designed to increase academic achievement Record of Effectiveness: Huntsville City Schools was approved in 2009 Huntsville City Schools - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Approved in 2009, Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; 2Teachers; Parents Insufficient Information Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Above Standards Student Achievement X Communication X Instructional Plans X Local and State Standards X Special Ed and ELL X Students Overall Stakeholder X Perception Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 15 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 16 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Imagine Learning Randy Tingey 191 River Park Drive Provo, UT 84604 Phone: 801-615-7002 Session Information Sessions per week: Hours per session: Cost per hour: $59.00 Fax: 801-377-5072 E-mail: randy.tingey@imaginelearning.com Web site: www.imaginelearning.com Approved: May 2010 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading Tutor to student ratio: 1:1, small group (26) and computer-aided instruction Tutor Qualifications: State certified teachers with at least two years experience Grade levels: K-8 Location of Services: School Services available for special populations: Available to Serve In Bullock County, Butler County, Coosa County, Dallas County, DeKalb County, Montgomery County, Tuscaloosa City, Huntsville City, and Birmingham City (minimum of 8) special education students and LimitedEnglish proficient (Spanish, Portuguese, French, Haitian, Creole, Japanese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, Russian and Marshallese The provider says this about its services: Imagine Learning Academy combines an engaging software program with tutoring by top teachers in your child’s school to help English learners, struggling readers, and special education students to strengthen reading and language skills This combination provides a fun environment, individualized attention, and effective instruction With Imagine Learning Academy, students receive exactly what they need to succeed Imagine Learning - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Approved in 2010, no data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; Parents Insufficient Information Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Above Standards Student Achievement Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: N/A No monitoring in 2010-2011: Did not provide services 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 17 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider JFK Tutoring, Inc Cheryl Watford Angela Thompson 1337 South State Road North Lauderdale, FL 33068 Phone: 954-975-7898 Session Information Sessions per week: no more than Hours per session: 1-2 Cost per hour: $60.00 Description of Services Available to Serve In Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Bibb County, Fayette County, Birmingham City Tutor to student ratio: 1:1 and small group and Tuscaloosa City (2 to 6) Tutor Qualifications: Associates, Please note: A per pupil spending Bachelors or Master Degree; State certified limit for each student is set by the teachers, Bi-lingual instructors and/or Title I federal government Please consult paraprofessionals Fax: 954-975-7748 with your school to determine the Grade levels: K-12 E-mail: Cheryl@jfktutors.com actual number of sessions your child Location of Services: School, place of E-mail: will receive worship, business, community center, angela.thompson@jfktutors.com student’s home or other Web site: www.jfktutors.com Services available for special populations: Approved: May 2010 Limited English proficient (Spanish, Haitian or Creole) and special education students The provider says this about its services: For over seven years, JFK Tutoring, INC., has serviced over 1,500 students, kindergarten through 12 th grade, using a nationally recognized curriculum created by Pearson Learning Group JFK provides a choice of individual or small group instruction in three convenient and flexible locations; in home, in school or any public facility The duration of each JFK tutoring session lasts an average of 1-2 hours, twice a week-before or after school or on weekends JFK Tutoring, Inc - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Approved in 2010, no data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Provider is adequately communicating with key stakeholders Provider made attempts to plan instruction to meet the individual needs or reinforce regular academic program for the majority of the students Most provider services are aligned with local and state standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception 10/18/2022 Above Standards Provider offered accommodations to special education or ELL students as needed Satisfaction with provider overall Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 18 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: N/A Provider Session Information Description of Services Available to Serve In Learn-it Online, LLC Sessions per week: Raquel Whiting (Maryland) 2201 Old Court Road Baltimore, MD 21208 2-5 Subjects: Math and Language Tutor to student ratio: Individual (1:1) and small group (2-6) Tutor Qualifications: Certified teachers or an Associate’s degree Grade levels: 3-12 Location of Services: School or student’s home (on-line program) Services available for special populations: Limited English Proficient (Spanish) and Special Education Statewide (minimum of 20 students) Shonda Bush-Johnson (Alabama) 1502 Harrison Lane Birmingham, AL 35215 Phone: 205-789-1955 Fax: 410-369-0137 Email: Shonda.bushjohnson@learnitsystems.com Web site: www.learnitsystems.com Hours per session: Cost per hour: $75 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Approved: May 2011 The provider says this about its services: The provider says this about its services: LION’s program produces results! Our goal is to help every student be a successful learner We have helped thousands of students nationwide learn the reading and math skills they need to succeed Our programs feature: Professional Instructors-experienced and specially trained; Personalized Learning-individualized learning plans for each student; Reading and/or MathResearch-based, effective programs; Rewards Program-prizes for attendance and student progress; and Convenient Locations-online program with computerassisted sessions on a netbook provided by LION and sessions with a live LION instructor/education counselor Learn-It Online, LLC Provider Record of Effectiveness Rubric (Approved in 2011, no data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; Parents Insufficient Information Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Above Standards Student Achievement Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 19 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Results of Monitoring: N/A Learn-It Systems, LLC Raquel Whiting 2201 Old Court Road Baltimore, Maryland 21208 Phone: 410-419-5005 Fax: 410-369-0137 Email: Raquel.whiting@learnitsystems.com Web site: www.learn-itsystems.com Re-approved: May 2010 Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Statewide Tutor to student ratio: to to to Tutor Qualifications: Minimum of associate's degrees Use state certified, Cost per hour: $70 highly qualified teachers whenever possible Please note: A per pupil spending Grade levels: K-8 limit for each student is set by the Location of Services: School, community federal government Please consult center with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child Services available for special populations: Can accommodate English Language will receive Learners (Spanish) and students with disabilities to the extent student(s) can participate in small group instruction The provider says this about its services: "Learn-It's proven system pinpoints student's skill gaps and allows our instructors to focus on those particular skills so that students can succeed in school and on sate standardized tests Using Link-It! Assessments, each student will receive a timely individual profile and instructional plan that provides a clear roadmap for each student's work during the intervention This individual profile is also provided to parents so they know their child's areas of strength and weakness as measured on the Alabama State tests Because the report is timely and specific, it informs instruction in a way that few standardized assessment are able to do, giving teachers the support they need to teach students what they don't know and to avoid re-teaching content that has already been mastered Sessions per week: to Hours per session: to Learn-It Systems, LLC - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; 17 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Communication Instructional Plans Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Communication exists but is inconsistent Provider made attempts to plan instruction to meet the individual needs or reinforce regular academic program for the majority of the students Local and State Standards Services are in alignment with local and state academic standards Accommodations offered for special Ed and/or ELL students Satisfaction with provider overall Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception 10/18/2022 Above Standards Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 20 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring: No Findings Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring: No Findings 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 21 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider MTS Tutorial Services Curtis Ainsworth 10988 North Harrell’s Ferry Road, Suite Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Phone: 800-861-9417 Fax: 225-274-0190 E-mail: Curtis@mtstutor.com Web site: mtstutor.com Re-approved: May 2010 Session Information Sessions per week: Hours per session: to 1.5 hours Cost per hour: $50.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: small group to to 8; computer-aided instruction with a tutor present Tutor Qualifications: Certified teachers (preferred) or highly qualified teacher assistant employed by the LEA Grade levels: K-8 Location of Services: School Services available for special populations: Available to Serve In Bullock County, Butler County, Chilton County, Coosa County, Dallas County, DeKalb County, Etowah County, Fayette County, Jackson County, Limestone County, Marshall County, Monroe County, Sumter County, Tallapoosa County, Birmingham City, Huntsville City, Midfield City and Tuscaloosa City (minimum of 10 students) ELL (Spanish) and special education students The provider says this about its services: “MTS Tutorial Services uses a research-based, hosted software solution, MTS software, with an on-site tutor for immediate assistance Students work lesson content that is based on their performance on the state content standards and performance reports reflect the achievement gains students make in relation to these standards and skills In addition to the software access students receive, tutoring activities are focused on the achievement level of the student and supported with researchbased printed material used by the tutors.” Record of Effectiveness: MTS Tutorial Services was re-approved as a provider in 2010 Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings MTS Tutorial Services - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from adminstrators;10 Teachers; 49 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Insufficient Information Insufficient Information Communication Instructional Plans Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Local and State Standards Services are in alignment with local and state standards Provider offered accommodations to special education or ELL students as needed Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception 10/18/2022 Above Standards Insufficient Information Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 22 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Roanoke City Schools Plus Program Dr David Crouse 557 Main Street Roanoke, Alabama 36274 Phone: 334-863-6819 Fax: 334-863-6745 Email: dcrouse@roanokecityschools.org Web site: roanokecityschools.org Re-approved: May 2011 Session Information Sessions per week: Hours per session: 60-90 minutes Cost per hour: $10.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Math Tutor to student ratio: Computer-aided instruction with no more than 8) Tutor Qualifications: Certified/Highly Qualified teachers in math, reading or language arts Grade levels: 4-12 Location of Services: School Services available for special populations: Special Education students Available to Serve In Roanoke City and Randolph County students The provider says this about its services: “Students will be provided a laptop and computer assisted instruction to help them overcome academic problems The certified teacher will use Classworks software to prescribe specific learning activities for each student based on identified learning needs Throughout the program, the teacher will provide support and encouragement as each student strives to meet their academic needs." Record of Effectiveness: Roanoke City Schools Plus Program was re-approved as a provider in 2011 Roanoke City Schools Plus Program - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from 1admin; Teachers; 11 Parents Insufficient Information Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Above Standards Student Achievement Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2007-2008 Monitoring Visit: Did not provide services Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: N/A Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: Inactive…did not provide services 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 23 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Rocket Learning, LLC Jason T Green 1000 Park Centre Blvd, #112 Miami, FL 33169 Phone: 646-291-9010 Fax: n/a E-mail: jasongreen@rocketlearning.net Web site: www.rocketlearning.net Approved: May 2010 Session Information Sessions per week: to Hours per session: 1-3 Cost per hour: $60.00 Description of Services Available to Serve In Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Statewide Tutor to student ratio: small group (2 to 6) and computer-aided instruction (with adult tutor on site and no more than students per Please note: A per pupil spending session limit for each student is set by the Tutor Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree federal government Please consult and sufficient teaching and/or tutoring with your school to determine the experience actual number of sessions your child Grade levels: K-12 will receive Location of Services: School, place of worship, business or community center Services available for special populations: Limited English proficient (Spanish and Haitian Creole) and special education students The provider says this about its services: Rocket Learning is the nation’s leading provider of Supplemental Educational Services We provide rigorous, standards-aligned and research-based small group instruction to students in grades K-12 Our engaging, projects-based approach challenges students while giving them real-world learning experiences Rocket Learning, LLC - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Approved in 2010, no data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; Parents Insufficient Information Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Above Standards Student Achievement Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: N/A Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 24 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Sylvan Learning Center of Florence Carolyn Miller 2618 Hough Road Florence, AL 35630 Phone: 256-760-0330 Fax: 256-760-0453 E-mail: sylvanflorence@yahoo.com Web site: http://tutoring.sylvanlearning.com/centers/ 3560/index.cfm Re-approved: May 2010 Session Information Sessions per week: to Hours per session: 2-3 Cost per hour: $39.50 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: to Tutor Qualifications: State certified teachers with Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: Sylvan Learning Center Services available for special populations: None listed Available to Serve In Sheffield City The provider says this about its services: Sylvan Learning Center provides individualized instruction in a 3:1 student/teacher ratio, primarily in reading, language arts, and math The program begins with a skills assessment, the results of which are used to create an individualized prescription Parent meetings are held monthly and student growth is assessed with a progress assessment after 36 hours of instruction Record of Effectiveness: Sylvan Learning Center of Florence was approved as a provider in 2007 Sylvan Learning Center of Florence- Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Below Standards Marginal Quality Communication Acceptable Adequately communicates with key stakeholders Made attempts to plan instruction to meet the individual needs or reinforce regular academic program for the majority of students Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Provider services are in alignment with local and state academic standards Provider offered accommodations to special education or ELL students as needed Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2007-2008 Monitoring Visit: Did not provide services Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: Did not provide services 10/18/2022 Above Standards Some satisfaction with provider overall Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 25 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Sylvan Learning Center in HooverBirmingham/ T Learning, Inc Laura Mizzell 3659 Lorna Road, Suite 137 Hoover, AL 35216 Phone: 205-987-9802 Fax: 205-989-3588 E-mail: lauramizzell@tlearning.org Web site: sylvanlearning.com Approved: May 2010 Session Information Sessions per week: to Hours per session: Cost per hour: $55.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: to Tutor Qualifications: Sylvan certified; 4yr degreed; certified teachers; Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: Sylvan Learning Center Services available for special populations: Available to Serve In Birmingham City, Fairfield City, Tarrant City and Midfield City (minimum: one student per school) Special education students The provider says this about its services: Sylvan Learning Center likes to call our special approach to learning the Sylvan Advantage Our unique combination of individual attention, personalized lesson plans and mastery learning helps each child develop a love of learning that can last a lifetime From the moment the child takes an initial diagnostic assessment to the moment he or she receives the final progress report, our highly trained staff and teachers communicate with the parents to keep them updated every step of the way Sylvan Learning, Hoover-Birmingham - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; 2Tchrs; Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Insufficient Information Insufficient Information Communication Instructional Plans Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Local and State Standards Services are in alignment with local and state academic standards Offered accommodations to special education or ELL students as needed Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Insufficient Perception Information Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Above Standards Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 26 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Sylvan Learning Center in Roebuck-Birmingham/ T Learning, Inc Davis Wooley & Cathy Parrill 246 Gadsden Highway, Suite 10 Birmingham, AL 35235 Session Information Sessions per week: to Hours per session: Cost per hour: $55.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: to Tutor Qualifications: Sylvan certified; 4yr degreed; certified teachers; Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: Sylvan Learning Center Services available for special populations: Available to Serve In Birmingham City, Fairfield City, Tarrant City and Midfield City Phone: 205-833-3667 Fax: 205-833-9577 E-mail: daviswooley@tlearning.org special education students cparrill@gmail.com Web site: sylvanlearning.com Approved: May 2010 The provider says this about its services: Sylvan Learning Center likes to call our special approach to learning the Sylvan Advantage Our unique combination of individual attention, personalized lesson plans and mastery learning helps each child develop a love of learning that can last a lifetime From the moment the child takes an initial diagnostic assessment to the moment he or she receives the final progress report, our highly trained staff and teachers communicate with the parents to keep them updated every step of the way Sylvan Learning, Roebuck/Birmingham - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2009-10 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; 2Tchrs; Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Below Standards Communication Instructional Plans Marginal Quality Acceptable Communication exists but is inconsistent Some attempts were made to develop instructional plans geared to student needs Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings 10/18/2022 Above Standards Services are in alignment with local and state academic standards Accommodations were offered to special education or ELL students as needed Some satisfaction overall Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 27 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider Session Information Description of Services Available to Serve In Tower Educational Consulting Group, LLC Michael L Tower 3612 Adair Street Huntsville, AL 35810 Sessions per week: Hours per session: hour Cost per hour: $60.00 Subjects: Reading and Mathematics Tutor to student ratio: individual (1:1) and small group (2-6 students) Tutor Qualifications: Certified teachers or highly qualified/effective degreed professionals Grade levels: K-12 Location of Services: student’s home, place of worship, school, business, or community center Services available for special populations: Limited-English proficient students (Spanish) Statewide (minimum of 15) Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Mailing Address: P.O Box 816 Jonesboro, GA 30236 Phone: 800-501-6163 Fax: 800-516-8050 E-mail: info@towereducation.com Web site: www.towereducation.com Approved: May 2011 The provider says this about its services: The provider says this about its services: Tower Education is a full service educational consulting firm specializing in the delivery of highly individualized, one-on-one instruction in the comfort and security of the student’s own home At Tower Education, we provide intense and extensive research based diagnostic testing to determine the ability of each student We then prescribe academic goals directly aligned with the Alabama Content Standards and Objectives for each student to master Tower Education Consulting Group, LLC- Provider Record of Effectiveness Rubric ( Approved in 2011, no data from 2009-10) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; Parents Insufficient Information Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Above Standards Student Achievement Communication Instructional Plans Local and State Standards Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception Results of Monitoring: N/A 10/18/2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 28 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2011 - 2012 Provider University of Alabama Heroes Center for Community-Based Partnership Dr Heather Pleasants The University of Alabama P.O Box 87032 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0372 Phone: 205-348-7367 Fax: 205-348-7366 E-mail: heather.pleasants@ua.edu Web site: http://ccbp.ua.edu Re-approved: May 2010 Session Information Sessions per week: Hours per session: hour Cost per hour: $35.00 Please note: A per pupil spending limit for each student is set by the federal government Please consult with your school to determine the actual number of sessions your child will receive Description of Services Subjects: Reading Tutor to student ratio: Small group not to exceed to 8; computer-assisted instruction with a tutor on site Tutor Qualifications: Site lead teacher, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education All tutors will hold a Bachelor’s degree Grade levels: K-5 Location of Services: School Services available for special populations: ELL services (Spanish) and Special Education students Available to Serve In Tuscaloosa City The provider says this about its services: “The HEROES Program helps ensure that students have equal opportunities in life by improving their reading skills and introducing them to great men and women who have accomplished something extraordinary Each semester, in addition to improving their reading skills, students will select and read the biography of a famous hero or heroine using the targeted skills from daily instruction Once monthly for one half hour, students will actually meet and greet local heroes/heroines and learn more about what it takes to something extraordinary.” Record of Effectiveness: The Heroes Center for Community-Based Partnership was approved as a provider in 2007 Results of 2007-2008 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2010-2011 Monitoring Visit: No findings Results of 2009-2010 Monitoring Visit: No findings UA Heroes Center for Community-Based Partnership - Provider Record of Effectiveness (Data from 2008-09 school year) Information from University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy Outcome: Based 0n Responses from admin; Teachers; 20 Parents Insufficient Information Student Achievement Reading and Math Communication Instructional Plans Below Standards Marginal Quality Acceptable Communication exists but is inconsistent Some attempts were made to develop instructional plans that are geared to student needs Local and State Standards Provider services are in alignment with local and state academic standards Provider offered accommodations to special education or ELL students as needed Special Ed and ELL Students Overall Stakeholder Perception 10/18/2022 Above Standards Some satisfaction with provider overall Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242-8199 scoleman@alsde.edu 29 ... 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2 011 - 2 012 Provider A to Z In-Home Tutoring, LLC John Maines 600 Vestavia Parkway, Suite 220 Birmingham, Alabama 35 216 ... Perception 10 /18 /2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242- 819 9 scoleman@alsde.edu 11 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2 011 - 2 012 Results of Monitoring: N/A Provider. .. Results of Monitoring: N/A 10 /18 /2022 Alabama State Department of Education Sherry Coleman (334) 242- 819 9 scoleman@alsde.edu 13 SES Provider Data with Record of Effectiveness 2 011 - 2 012 Provider Session