By Brenda Erdahl
Maple Lake Schools will continue with a program that has helped numerous students who struggle in the classroom, but don’t qualify for special education.
On Monday, June 10, at the most recent school board meeting, Amy Voigt, coordinator of the Alternative Delivery of Specialized Instructional Services (ADSIS) program, delivered an annual review of the program that services students in the areas of math, reading and behavioral issues in kindergarten through 12th grades. After her summary, board members unanimously approved continuing the program next year.
At the high school, ADSIS services are delivered in a guided study hall setting where students receive one-on-one assistance and are kept on track by advisors who continually check grades. At the elementary school assistance is directed more towards increasing reading and math scores.
This past school year, a total of 108 students in grades k-12 received ADSIS services which is 24 more students than last year. Four graduated from the program and a couple more qualified for special education. Two students at the elementary level graduated from the reading program but will continue in math, Voigt said.
Students are invited into the program based on Fast Bridge and MCA test scores, teacher and parent recommendations. Students not in ADSIS who need additional help are served through other means, Voigt said. Students are invited into the program through a letter sent home.