Strength-based learning is our focus and the keystone for implementing a successful learning program. The learner’s goals are developed to amplify their interests and strengths while accomplishing the tasks needed to complete their unique learning program.

The main goals of the Independent Learning Program are to:

• Understand the academic/social/emotional profile of each learner in order to provide strategies that alleviate frustrations and re-ignite motivation and interest in learning.
• Provide direction in developing, documenting and evaluating the Individual Learning Plan.
• Provide guidance in resource selection and development of the learner’s ILP.
• Formulate short-term measurable goals and recognize completion as real progress towards long-term goals; give regular feedback on goal completion.
• Maximize each learner’s interest and motivation to achieve their highest potential.
• Systematically develop the learner’s and/or family’s ability to take increasing responsibility for all aspects of their program during their length of enrollment.
• Broaden awareness and make supportive connections with other TLCI parents and learners.
• Help families to gain the confidence and expertise needed to move successfully forward.

Program Outline

There are four conference contacts scheduled in a progressively wider span of time with support contact calls scheduled between conferences.  All phone and/or videoconferences are designed to determine progress, review the learning plan, and provide appropriate guidance, supervision, and support.

Conference 1 (August or Sept.) – PLANNING MEETING. – Consultant discusses with learner/family to assess learner needs and interests. Design the initial Individualized Learning Plan (ILP), including resources and enrichment ideas.  Schedule next conference.

Support Contact 1 – Two weeks later

Conference 2 (Oct) – Consultant discusses with learner/family to focus learner needs and interests and continue shaping and refining the ILP, including resources and enrichment ideas. Review and modify patterns of documentation as needed. Support with the e-Tap curriculum. Schedule next conference.

Support Contact 2 – Two-four weeks later.

Provide guidance for completing Semester Review Form in preparation for the Mid-Year Review (Conference #3 in January/February).

Conference 3 (Jan/Feb) – MID-YEAR REVIEW –  Portfolio Review is completed at this time via discussion and reception of supporting documentation through electronic means, for example: e-mail, electronic pictures, and or  materials received through postal service. Consultant discusses with learner/family to assess learner progress and to make any modification needed to the ILP, with a focus on the second semester learning goals. Schedule next conference.

Support Contact 3

Begin planning process for the next year. Schedule final conference.

Conference 4 (June) – FINAL CONFERENCE Review the year, including reviewing the Spring Semester Review form and developing High School transcripts for the year. Help learner develop next year’s Individualized Learning Plan.  Make determination with parent/learner’s input of appropriate program placement for the fall and the possibility of one or more additional Support Packages that provide additional conferences and guidance, if needed or requested.

Success of an Individual Learning Plan requires that conferences, materials, and services be tailored to the specific needs, interests and goals of your child. Your consultant will work with you to customize ILP to best fit your unique situation and ensure success for your child.