As the school year winds down and summer approaches, many parents, especially parents of struggling readers, worry about how to maintain their children’s academic progress.
At Roberts Academy, the only dyslexia school in Middle Georgia, we understand how crucial it is to keep building literacy skills even during the more relaxed days of summer.
Without consistent learning activities, students can experience the “summer slide”—a loss of academic gains made throughout the school year.
Keep reading to learn how to set your child up for success this summer and beyond.
Aim for your child to engage in learning activities 3–5 times per week. This could be a mix of reading, writing, or educational games—whatever keeps their minds active.
While summer offers more flexibility, maintaining consistent expectations and routines can help students feel secure and motivated.
Schedule screen-free time every day and make outdoor activities a part of your daily routine. Even a 20–30 minute walk or a trip to a local playground can work wonders.
Talk with your child about their interests. Read books together, ask questions, and enjoy discussions about stories and characters. Listening to your child read aloud also boosts confidence and fluency.
Related: Roberts Academy’s Summer Book Picks for Struggling Readers
Continued instruction over the summer is critical for struggling readers; structured camps and educational programs are a great way to combine fun and academic reinforcement.
Why? Students who struggle to learn to read might not retain reading skills over long breaks without consistent, structured practice.
Reading is not like riding a bike—it requires daily reinforcement to master and maintain phonetic skills. Due to the role of working memory in the learning process, even short gaps in instruction can lead to regression and frustration in the fall.
Roberts Academy is now accepting applications for Literacy Quest Summer Camp. Our camp offers an exciting, literacy-focused experience designed especially for struggling readers.
Using the Orton-Gillingham approach, our expert educators provide an engaging, supportive environment where students continue to strengthen their reading and writing skills.
Campers do not have to have a dyslexia diagnosis or be enrolled at Roberts Academy to attend Literacy Quest. However, a confidential teacher evaluation form and a brief literacy screening must be completed to be considered for admission.
Don’t let your child lose the momentum they’ve gained this year—give them the opportunity to continue building confidence, skills, and a love for learning!
Register for Literacy Quest Summer Camp today!
Located in Macon, Georgia, near the campus of Mercer University, Roberts Academy is Georgia’s only school for children with dyslexia outside of Metro Atlanta. The Academy uses the Orton-Gillingham Approach – an evidence-based way of teaching reading, writing, and spelling proven to work for students who face the learning challenges often associated with dyslexia.
Because all children who attend the Academy have a dyslexia diagnosis, students feel an instant sense of belonging. This sense of community, combined with academic success, quickly leads to improved confidence and self-esteem.
If you’re searching for the best dyslexia programs in Georgia, look no further. Roberts Academy not only offers a traditional, school-based academic program but also specializes in summer learning opportunities through Literacy Quest.
As a leading Orton-Gillingham and dyslexia-friendly elementary school in Middle Georgia, we are committed to empowering young learners. To learn more about Roberts Academy, schedule a tour or visit our website.
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