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Brigit

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Description

Hello Friends! My name is Brigit and I live in Woodstock, NY! I love where I live and can't wait to share all of my educational and life experiences with my students. I have been an educator at various levels for over 25 years. I also served as a principal, Director of Humanities K-12 and a consultant. My favorite book of all time is Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire. I have been a Potter head since the beginning:) My absolute favorite thing to do is to discuss literature with my students. I am currenly seeking a doctorate degree in Educational Policy and Leadership and am a life-long learner. Can't wait to see you in my class!

Does your child struggle with reading comprehension or vocabulary? The A+ Reading Program is here to help! Designed for students in grades 3–8, this 6-month course focuses on building strong reading skills, expanding vocabulary, and enhancing critical thinking to prepare your child for academic success.

Why Choose A+ Reading?

This program is tailored to meet the needs of growing readers with a curriculum built around two trusted resources: Spectrum Reading and Wordly Wise 3000. Your child will:

• Master essential reading strategies, like finding main ideas, making inferences, and identifying context clues.

• Expand vocabulary through fun, engaging activities that encourage deeper understanding.

• Develop critical thinking and analytical skills essential for academic achievement.

Tailored for Every Age Group

Grades 3–6:
Focuses on improving reading comprehension, summarizing, and finding main ideas while building a strong vocabulary foundation.

Grades 7–8
Introduces literary analysis skills, such as understanding foreshadowing, similes, and metaphors, with a deeper dive into character analysis.

What to Expect in Each Class

• Engaging Lectures: Your child will learn practical strategies for tackling challenging reading passages (15–20 minutes).

• Skill Practice: Guided reading and vocabulary-building exercises to reinforce key concepts (15–20 minutes).

• Interactive Homework: Weekly assignments from the textbook to strengthen comprehension and vocabulary retention.

Progress You Can Measure

• Regular tests every 4 weeks to track improvement in comprehension and vocabulary.

• Individual feedback to ensure your child stays on track and reaches their full potential.

Join the A+ Reading Program and watch your child grow into a confident, capable reader ready to take on any academic challenge. Sign up today to secure your spot!