According to a 2019 reading assessment conducted by the National Assessment of Educational Progress, two out of three children do not meet reading proficiency standards. If you think about it, every academic subject is impacted when a child cannot read properly. It’s difficult to complete an assignment if you don’t fully understand what the instructions are telling you to do.
A lower reading proficiency doesn’t just impact academic performance, either. Reading has also been found to impact one’s emotional and social understanding. For example, according to a 2014 study published in the Journal of Applied Social Psychology, students who read Harry Potter had more empathy toward immigrants and refugees as well as the gay and lesbian community. Reading about characters facing unfair treatment and difficult situations gives students the language they need to express their feelings while helping them relate to others at the same time.
The benefits of after-school programs
Research has shown that after-school programs can improve academic performance, but that’s not all they do for students. In addition to improved coursework, after-school programs can also positively impact attendance and student behavior. When kids feel confident about their intelligence and ability to perform in school, they’re less likely to skip class and more likely to participate in academic activities.
When kids don’t understand their classes, it’s easy to get frustrated. That frustration can lead to poor behavior in class and instances of lashing out that involve skipping school or yelling at teachers. After-school programs help giving students the extra support they need to grasp the material they’re learning in school fully. This is particularly important for students who have different learning styles or who have a learning disability. Kids can get the one-on-one learning they need with a patient and understanding instructor while avoiding the pressure of a classroom setting.
Helping students excel during COVID-19
Virtual classrooms have been a struggle for parents, students, and teachers alike. It’s difficult to ensure your child is paying attention to their teacher and absorbing information when they’re sitting at home staring at a computer screen. Many parents are worried about their child’s academic progress, and you might be one of them.
An after-school program can give your child the extra help they need to stay engaged with learning during this difficult time. If you would like to learn more about “SC’s Comprehensive Education Readiness Solution” or for a free consultation, please fill out this Contact Me form. We will contact you shortly to discuss your child’s academic needs or concerns and to custom build the ideal education solution for your child’s success!
