Business Details
11 Years
experience
Specialized Education for Dyslexic Students in Concord, CA
At Hope Academy For Dyslexic, we specialize in providing tailored education for students in grades 3 through 8 who face language-based learning differences, including dyslexia. Our mission is to empower these students by addressing their unique academic and emotional needs through research-backed methodologies. With a focus on multi-sensory instruction, we utilize the Slingerland adaptation of the Orton-Gillingham approach for language arts and the Making Math Real program for mathematics. Our dedicated team creates a structured, supportive environment that fosters confidence, critical thinking, and self-advocacy. We recognize the challenges dyslexic learners often face, including co-occurring diagnoses like ADHD and anxiety, and design our curriculum to nurture both academic and social-emotional growth.Through immersive programs in history, science, drama, and enrichment classes, we ensure students engage with content in ways that align with their learning styles. Our staff combines expertise in dyslexia education with a commitment to building community, helping students overcome past academic struggles and thrive. By celebrating creativity and resourcefulness, we prepare students for success in high school and beyond. Our approach emphasizes explicit, sequential instruction while fostering resilience and independence, ensuring each student develops the tools necessary to navigate their educational journey with confidence.
Services
Language Arts
Math Instruction
Living History Program
Drama Classes
Science Curriculum
Enrichment Classes
Social Development
Physical Education
Keyboarding Skills
Art Education
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We specialize in multi-sensory instruction for dyslexic learners using Slingerland and Making Math Real methodologies
- Our staff includes certified educators with expertise in language-based learning differences
- We address both academic and social-emotional needs of students with dyslexia
- Our immersive history and science programs use hands-on, experiential learning techniques
- We foster self-advocacy skills to help students navigate future educational environments
Services
Language Arts
Our Language Arts program uses the Slingerland adaptation of Orton-Gillingham to teach reading and writing. This multi-sensory approach combines auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning to build literacy skills. Students receive structured lessons that develop speaking, reading, spelling, and writing abilities through explicit instruction tailored to dyslexic learners.
Math Instruction
Math classes utilize the Making Math Real program's multi-sensory techniques. We teach mathematical concepts through concrete models before introducing abstract symbols. The 9-lines imaging method helps students memorize facts while building conceptual understanding. This structured approach addresses challenges dyslexic learners face with math's symbolic language.
Living History Program
Students engage in immersive history experiences by embodying historical figures. Each semester focuses on a specific period through costume, classroom decoration, and hands-on projects. This approach integrates geography, literature, and art while making historical concepts accessible and memorable for dyslexic learners.
Drama Classes
Drama instruction builds confidence and literacy through performance. Students develop critical thinking and teamwork while exploring diverse roles. Our nationally recognized drama teacher guides students through productions that enhance self-expression and public speaking skills in a supportive environment.
Science Curriculum
Science instruction follows hands-on, inquiry-based learning through the Foss Kit curriculum. Students explore earth, physical, and life sciences through experiments and research projects. The program reinforces scientific vocabulary while developing analytical skills through practical application.
People
Seth Ahonen
Art Teacher
Seth Ahonen teaches art classes that provide creative outlets for dyslexic students. He helps students develop drawing techniques and explore various artistic mediums while encouraging self-expression through visual arts.
Lynette Araujo
Language Arts & Science Teacher
Lynette Araujo specializes in teaching Language Arts and Science using multi-sensory methods. She creates structured learning environments that help dyslexic students build literacy and scientific understanding through hands-on experiences.
Noelle Arms
Drama Teacher
Noelle Arms leads the drama program with expertise in using theater to build confidence. As a nationally recognized instructor, she guides students through performances that enhance self-expression and develop public speaking skills.
Jenneca Lund
Language Arts Teacher
Jenneca Lund teaches Language Arts and focuses on social development. She implements structured literacy instruction while supporting students' emotional growth through the Slingerland methodology and personalized learning approaches.
Jenny Sanford
Director
Jenny Sanford leads Hope Academy as Director, overseeing educational programming and staff development. She ensures the implementation of research-based practices while maintaining the school's mission to support dyslexic learners.
Questions
What grade levels does Hope Academy serve?
We serve students in grades 3 through 8 who have language-based learning differences including dyslexia.
What teaching methods do you use for dyslexic students?
We use multi-sensory approaches including Slingerland for language arts and Making Math Real for mathematics, both research-based methods for dyslexic learners.
Do you offer extracurricular activities?
Yes, we provide enrichment classes in drama, art, science, physical education, and computer skills designed for dyslexic learners.
How do you support students' social-emotional needs?
Our program addresses both academic and emotional needs through structured environments, social development classes, and individualized support strategies.
What is your admissions process?
The admissions process includes an application, review of educational records, and determining if our program matches the student's needs. Visit our website to start the application.
Do you accept students with other learning challenges?
We specialize in serving students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences, including those with co-occurring ADHD and anxiety diagnoses.
