Mastery Learning

Most school settings are driven by timelines. This creates a teach-test-and-go-on climate that is not conducive to struggling students.

If a student gets a D on chapter 1, they move on to chapter 2 with little feedback on how to improve.  This continues from chapter to chapter avoiding the real issue for most struggling teen students --- learning how to learn.  

DRA focuses on the techniques and strategies that will make students successful in the learning process.

Students must pass tests and assignments with 80% or better.  This allows teachers and students to focus on the learning technique of students to improve study skills and test preparation strategies as they retake tests as needed to master content.  

As study skills and ability increase, student confidence in the learning process improves, thus allowing students to develop new-found positive attitudes about school.

"Just wanted to let you know that the past year with John has been the greatest! He's doing well at the community college and his job, and is looking to transfer to the University of Texas next fall.   Not once in the past year has he lashed out at us or given us cause for alarm.   In fact, he reminds us to calm down & lower our voices when we "discuss" things, and he's been such a positive influence on his younger brothers.   He is a different person than the angry, secretive teen we sent to you..   His time with you set him back on the right path to a good future, and we will be eternally grateful to you for that gift."    - Ann