This program begins in the late fall and operates three days a week until June. There were six children in the EDK program during the 1998-1999 school year. Reading Primary teachers use a variety of approaches to teach reading. In Kindergarten through grade two, students learn to read books and stories. They write regularly, keep journals and publish their own books.
Teachers also use phonics instruction techniques, teaching letter sounds and blends.
Students in grades three through six continue reading a variety of children's literature. They also learn to read for information from textbooks and they are taught how to study. Students also read and write in Math, Social Studies and Science. About 50 students meet in small groups on these and other topics. About 20 students receive individual counseling.