Preschool Preview Day
Are you interested in learning more about preschool at Ben Lippen School?
Register now for our Preview Day on November 19th!
We believe that all of our students are created in the image of God, and we are called by Him to steward their education in a manner that glorifies Christ.
The Individual Learning Center (ILC) has expanded its resources to more fully serve our students and their learning in a way that helps them to make progress. We praise God for the many ways He has provided and allowed us to enhance student support in the following ways:
The Ben Lippen student body is comprised of a rich diversity of students. The Individual Learning Center (ILC) offers programs to assist the specific needs of pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade students with learning differences.
We believe all of our students are created in the image of God, and we are called by Him to steward their education in a manner that glorifies Christ.
The goal of the Individual Learning Center is to help students develop healthy work habits and improve academic skills that move students toward academic independence.
A variety of programs are offered through the Individual Learning Center that reinforce classroom instruction to help meet the varying needs of students.
The Individual Learning Center offers services to support many different styles of learners, however, we are not equipped to serve students whose learning differences are due to significant emotional, social, or behavioral concerns. Additionally, students must demonstrate the intellectual potential to master a college-preparatory curriculum. The Individual Learning Center at Ben Lippen is equipped to serve students with the following needs:
The Individual Learning Center services the unique needs of learners in a variety of ways. Qualification requirements for specific Individual Learning Center services vary by level of support.
Students in kindergarten-12th grade who have been diagnosed with a learning difference and demonstrate a need in the classroom may be eligible for classroom accommodations through an Individual Learning Plan.
No. Ben Lippen recognizes that sometimes extra time is needed to learn and use a new skill. Students who need targeted support with a specific skill may work in a small group with an Academic Specialist. The focus of small-group support is to teach and solidify skills so that students can increase their success and independence in the classroom setting.
Yes. Students who have been diagnosed with a disability are not required to have an Individual Learning Plan. Ben Lippen School strives to support individual learning needs. As students gain skills and become increasingly independent in academics, they may not require additional support. The Individual Learning Center works closely with parents, teachers, and students to monitor student progress and determine what level of support is needed for individual student needs.
The Ridge is a multi-phase specialized program to increase our ability to serve students with dyslexia in a Christ-centered environment. We understand and utilize research-based approaches to meet the unique needs of learners with dyslexia using the Orton Gillingham approach through small group or one-on-one sessions two times per week.
The 2024-2025 school year will mark the beginning of Phase 1 of The Ridge.
Our mission is to educate and equip students in The Ridge with a biblical worldview by assisting students spiritually, academically, socially, and physically under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
Spiritually- The Ridge understands students are fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of Christ and gifted in many ways.
Academically- The Ridge sets our goal for students to become independent learners and become successful in the traditional classroom setting. Along the way, we will partner with parents to
Socially- The Ridge allows students to showcase their talents and be a part of a bigger story at Ben Lippen School.
Physically- The Ridge allows students to use a variety of practices that provide the most support for the dyslexic learner. Taking a multi-sensory approach and specialized instruction, our dyslexic learners unlock the power of print. Our methodology uses a structured lesson plan involving visual, auditory, and kinesthetic/tactile learning. Students at The Ridge will exercise their brains to reach their fullest potential.
Dyslexia is a common condition that makes it hard to work with language. Although students with Dyslexia are intelligent and creative, some aspects of school can be more of a challenge for them than for their peers. Research suggests that as many as 5-10% of students meet the criteria for dyslexia. Characteristics of dyslexia include significant difficulties with:
Research-based methods to address weaknesses associated with Dyslexia include:
To be eligible for the program, students must be in K-4th grade and have completed a psychoeducational evaluation by a licensed psychologist at the Ph.D. level or a public school district school psychologist and must demonstrate a need in the classroom. The acceptance of any evaluation report completed by an evaluator outside of these parameters will be up to the discretion of The Ridge admissions team.
The psychoeducational evaluation should minimally include the following components:
The Ben Lippen Ridge admissions team will review the evaluation report to determine a student’s suitability for the program.
One-to-One Session (two sessions per week)
Small Group Session (two sessions per week)
Service Fees will include:
The Orton-Gillingham approach was created by Dr. Samuel Torrey Orton, Anna Gillingham, and Bessie Stillman to remediate the language processing challenges associated with dyslexia.
For further information about the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators visit www.ortonacademy.org
The websites below provide helpful information regarding dyslexia and support their child’s learning needs.
This site gives you a variety of resources for parents as well as information on academy standards for training.
This site will offer training and screening to aid in referrals to those seeking more information about your child and being diagnosed with dyslexia.
This site offers resources to parents of children with dyslexia.
This site offers helpful resources, webinars, practical tips, and more.
Are you interested in learning more about preschool at Ben Lippen School?
Register now for our Preview Day on November 19th!