Weston, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/06/2009 -- The Mountain Peak Academy (MPA) in Weston, Florida was created to address the needs of a special community of students whose abilities surpass their academic achievements due to a learning disability. The children in this program must have average to above-average intelligence with a professionally diagnosed learning disability and minimal behavioral issues. MPA students enjoy the benefit of interacting and studying within the mainstream setting of a small college prep private school while also receiving individualized attention and instruction through the classes that the Mountain Peak Academy provides. MPA program instructors work collaboratively with the students’ mainstream teachers to ensure that the professionally prescribed classroom modifications are being provided in all educational settings.

Participants in The Mountain Peack Academy are evaluated for entrance using a combination of tools that can include an IEP that has been developed by the student’s past school system, a current pshychoeducational evaluation, recent grade reports and a personal MPA screening. The Mountain Peak Academy is often able to accept funds that have been awarded to families from the McKay Scholarship.

Mountain Peak Academy administrators believe that within the proper learning environment, each student can progress and develop in the classroom while acquiring knowledge in important school subject areas. Class work is designed to promote student success, and children are encouraged to learn at their own pace and style. As students gain skills, they are monitored and encouraged to continue to move forward to more challenging material. True learning is emphasized over rote memorization. The programs goal is to build self-esteem among students with mild learning differences and work towards student independence. This program can be a good alternative for students looking for an alternative to a traditional county run ESE program

The curriculum for kindergarten through fifth grade incorporates time-tested strategies that produce results. This specialized curriculum focuses on language arts , oral and written communication, and grade appropriate mathematics. Social studies is also included for fourth and fifth graders. The curriculum for middle school and high school focuses on the following areas: intensive language arts, intensive reading, and intensive mathematics.

Summer is the perfect time to explore availability options for this targeted special education opportunity. For more information on The Mountain Peak Academy contact Director of Admissions, Beth Hjartnes at bhjartnes@sagemont.com, Lower School Campus (954) 384-5454, Upper School Campus (954) 389-2454. Or visit our website at http://www.sagemont.com and click on Mountain Peak.

The Mountain Peak Academy located in Weston Fl is an academic college prep program for students with mild learning disabilities. Elementary school students in the Mountain Peak Academy are offered academic concepts in a creative environment combined with weekly specials that include science, art, music, Spanish, swimming, PE and media & technology. Students in middle school through high school graduation choose from a variety of grade level appropriate course work. In addition, students share in a networked wireless laptop environment and participate in a comprehensive guidance program for college entrance.

For more information on The Mountain Peak Academy contact Director of Admission, Beth Hjartnes at bhjartnes@sagemont.com, Lower School Campus (954) 384-5454, Upper School Campus (954) 389-2454. Or visit our website at http://www.sagemont.com and click on Mountain Peak.