Parent Allies for Student Success (PASS),
    951 South George Mason Drive, Suite 204,
    Arlington, VA 22204, 703-979-3200, www.passtoday.org

    Parent Allies for Student Success (PASS)  is a non-profit
    organization founded in response to the need for parents to
    have access to support systems and information to better
    navigate the school system. PASS resulted from the
    collaboration of:

    *      NAACP Arlington Branch

    *      National Association for the Advancement of Colored
    People

    *    GMU George Mason University, Graduate School of
    Education and Human Development

    *     PEATC Parent Education Advocacy Training Center

    *    C4S Computers 4 Students

    *    AT&T Public Relations and Community Outreach

    The organizations represented in this project bring with them
    expertise and a strong history of community collaboration and
    partnerships.

    In Home Tutoring, Test Prep, and Educational Services
    Educational Connections, Inc.,
    Ann Dolin, M.Ed.

    3923 University Drive Fairfax, VA 22030, 703-934-8282,
    Fax: 703-934-1222,  info@ectutoring.com, www.ectutoring.
    com

    Founded in 1998 by a Special Education teacher,
    Educational Connections provides in-home tutoring to
    students of all ages and abilities across the DC Metro Area.
    Every student is carefully matched with a qualified and caring
    tutor based on his or her learning needs, availability for
    tutoring, and personality. In addition to tutoring we also offer a
    variety of educational services, including:

    * reading remediation using research based, multi-sensory
    programs
    * Educational Coaching for students struggling with time
    management, organization, and study skills
    * test preparation for the SAT, ACT, SSAT, and ISEE
    * academic evaluations to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses
    * consultations for parents of LD, GT, and AD/HD students
    * home school support
    * interactive workshops and presentations

    Dear Parents and Colleagues:

    Over the last 20 years, there has been a significant amount of
    progress in understanding an important skill set your child
    must have in order to enjoy success in school.  These
    cognitive abilities are called executive functions.  They play
    an instrumental role in planning, organizing, initiation,
    regulating emotions, and sticking with a task even when it
    seems uninteresting.  Executive functions (EF) improve as a
    child ages, but some students need direct instruction when
    they don't naturally possess these skills.

    Unsure if your child could use help improving his or her EF
    skills?  Take this quick quiz by answering "yes" or "no" to the
    following:

    My child:

        * Regularly struggles to start tasks.
        * Keeps a messy room and a disorganized locker or
    desk.
        * Has difficulty following instructions, especially with
    many steps.
        * Does not complete assignments unless he's
    constantly reminded.
        * Forgets to turn in homework even when it’s
    completed.
        * Loses things regularly, from coat to books.
        * Has difficulty planning long-term assignments.

    If you answered "yes" to the majority of these questions, your
    child may benefit from instruction on how to stay organized,
    on task, and on time.
                        How can we help your child gain
    these important EF skills?

    We are offering specialized instruction this summer to help
    students with weak executive functioning overcome
    obstacles.  Our highly trained tutors will use our trademarked
    Educational Coaching Process program to provide a
    structured and fun environment for your child.  Students will
    learn lifelong skills that will help them start their new school
    year with a fresh and confident outlook.

    You can choose to sign your child up for either in-home
    tutoring or our August group class, here at our Fairfax office.  
    See details below.

    In-Home Tutoring: We bring the Educational Coach to your
    front door and work around your summer vacation schedule.  
    Our tutors can tailor and fit the program to your child's needs
    and help provide them the necessary tools that they will need
    for school.  Great for all ages.

    Group Class: Eight sessions in our Fairfax, VA office every
    Tuesday/ Thursday starting August 3rd- August 26th.  Each
    session will be jam packed with study techniques and
    strategies to assist with organization and prioritization of
    tasks.  Kids have fun helping  "mock students" prepare for
    school and along the way learn valuable tools on managing
    time effectively.  This program is geared for rising 6-9th
    graders.  Click here to register.

    I look forward to assisting you and your family to help make
    this summer a rewarding educational experience. If you have
    any questions about our Educational Coaching program or
    just want to drop me a line, please email me at
    ann@ectutoring.com.

    Warm regards,  
    Ann
    Ann Dolin, M.Ed.

    Nancy Pagliaro, 1211 S. Eads St., Apt. 1205, Arlington, VA
    22202, 703-553-0183, na.pagliaro@gmail.com

    Tutors all elementary subjects, Grades 7-12, Reading
    Comprehension, Study Skills, Note taking.  Has experience
    with tutoring elementary Math, English, World History, U.S.
    History & Government, Beginning Psychology/Sociology as
    well as teaches English as  a Second Language K-college.

    Nancy has written curriculum for teachers in Fairfax County
    and trained high school students to teach elementary
    students in after school programs. She has also trained
    parents in remedial reading and writing.  

    Available to attend IEP meetings to help interpret test data
    and make student recommendations.

    Fairfax County Public Schools PRC Tutor List 2009 ‐
    2010

    The FCPS Tutor and Speech & Language Pathologist lists
    contain the names of current FCPS employees who meet the
    guidelines and requirements to be included on the lists and
    submitted a complete application to the PRC to offer their
    services to parents. These instructors are private,
    independent contractors who provide instructional services to
    the public for a fee. They may not provide these services
    during FCPS hours or on FCPS property (unless they have
    paid the appropriate rental fees). Parents are not required to
    retain any of these instructors, and students do not need to
    use their services in order to succeed at FCPS.
    Parents who wish to retain one of these instructors should
    make arrangements directly with the tutor or clinician,
    because FCPS is not responsible for these arrangements.
    FCPS cannot guarantee the instructors’ licensure status,
    content of their private tutoring/speech‐language services,
    suitability for a particular child, or costs. Neither the PRC nor
    anyone else at FCPS will make recommendations about the
    relative merits of the instructors. Claims or concerns about
    instruction provided through these private arrangements
    should be raised directly with the tutor or speech‐language
    pathologist, not FCPS.
    www.fcps.edu/cco/prc/documents/PRCTutorList2009-2010.
    pdf82709.pdf

    SpiderSmart, www.spidersmart.com

    At SpiderSmart, we know that the abilities to read and write
    effectively can determine your child’s success. Our teachers
    help students of every age, grade, and reading level sharpen
    their literacy skills and gain the confidence they need to
    achieve at school and beyond.

    SpiderSmart is...  

    a revolutionary way to train better readers and writers.
    Through consistent practice, students learn to "Read, Write,
    and Revise" effectively. This three-step process is the
    foundation of the SpiderSmart Way.

    Brief History of SpiderSmart

    Founded in 1988 as the Reading and Writing Center,
    SpiderSmart began as a way to help students in Northern
    Virginia improve their reading and writing skills. Since then,
    the program has worked with thousands of students
    nationwide and proven itself as a valuable enrichment tool.
    SpiderSmart Learning Centers now offer instruction in
    reading and writing, math, and SAT preparation around the
    country. SpiderSmart expanded to include an online
    component in 1999, making its innovative curriculum
    available to students worldwide. SpiderSmart Caters to You

    Centers

    With 10 locations nationwide, you can find a SpiderSmart
    Learning Center in a city near you. Each center features state-
    of-the-art computers and a fully stocked library.
    Knowledgeable teachers are there to help your children excel
    in reading, writing, math, and SAT prep.

    SpiderSmart Centre of Annandale
    SpiderSmart Center of Centreville
    SpiderSmart Learning Center of Springfield

    Online

    SpiderSmart Online offers all the benefits of the learning
    center program with the convenience of working from home.
    Choose from a wide variety of books to read, complete
    writing assignments, and get personalized feedback from our
    experienced teachers--all online.

    Education Solutions

    Public schools, private schools and even colleges can design
    their own enrichment programs by enrolling with
    SpiderSmart's education solutions. Using the SpiderSmart
    Way, schools can cater to ESL students, supplement
    literature or history lessons, and provide customized
    exercises depending on the students' needs.
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