{"title":"Instructor I. Bell","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"single-private-lesson-various-instructors-arranged","title":"Private Lesson x 1, various instructors, arranged","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis listing is for a single 15-minute lesson. If you need two 15-minute lessons or a single 30-minute lesson, purchase a quantity of two 15-minute increments, and so forth. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eOnce you purchase a lesson and fill out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSftZ-UUGy4qLW9LrW1AsasWdDaiLyy6P9FSW8K9tGjcNKdRdQ\/viewform\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS REGISTRATION FORM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, we will email you with further instructions. That's where you'll find your virtual meeting link, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from \u003cstrong\u003eIEW Checklist Review Session\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e IEW Editing Session\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eOther\u003c\/strong\u003e. Details below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIEW Checklist Review Session:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will review one weekly IEW assignment of the student's choice after the draft has already been edited for mechanics (spelling, punctuation, capitalization, etc.). Parents are responsible for editing mechanics unless they choose to hire an editor for that purpose. Crescenza Studio does offer that service if you need it. See \"IEW Editing Session\" below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 15-minute meeting via Zoom, students will receive one-on-one instruction concerning missing or misunderstood checklist elements. If 15 minutes is not enough time, we will focus on the simplest concepts first. If time remains, we may choose to edit the paper for mechanics. If a student's paper is already practically perfect during any given session, they will receive enrichment ideas instead. For instance, they may learn some new (optional) decorations or general writing advice (word redundancy, passive verbs vs. active, etc.). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the student is 5 minutes late, the teacher will exit Zoom, and the lesson will be forfeited without a refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIEW Editing Session:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will edit one weekly IEW assignment of the student's choice (rough draft). During the 15-minute meeting via Zoom, a Crescenza tutor or editor will help students review and revise spelling, grammar, and punctuation. If 15 minutes is not enough time, we will focus on the most important elements first. If time remains, we may choose to address checklist components. If a student's paper is already practically perfect during any given session, they will receive enrichment ideas instead. For instance, they may learn some new (optional) decorations or general writing advice (word redundancy, passive verbs vs. active, etc.). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo refunds for missed lessons unless the teacher has to cancel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crescenza.studio\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e if you need a single 15-minute lesson for another subject that we teach (see list below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecurring Lessons:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease connect with us if you have questions about recurring private lessons! We love helping our students develop the confidence and skills necessary to master any subject that proves difficult for them. Choose from Fix-It Grammar, All About Reading, All About Spelling, Barton Reading and Spelling for dyslexic learners, Saxon math, and just about any course published by the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.iew.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstitute for Excellence in Writing\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/innovativepress.org\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInnovative Learning Press\u003c\/a\u003e. From time to time, electives may be offered as well. Feel free to check out our group class listings and ask about any you would like to take privately. Regardless of what you choose, we'll do our best to set you up with the perfect teacher at a mutually agreeable time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease do not purchase any PRIVATE lessons until days and times have been arranged. You can do so yourself by \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/crescenzastudio\/15min\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echoosing from a timeslot on our calendar\u003c\/a\u003e. For recurring lessons, or to arrange a different time, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.crescenza.studio\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evisit our Contact Us page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46035530580274,"sku":"XQWET33CC","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/5776\/9010\/files\/SinglePrivateLesson.png?v=1715868883"},{"product_id":"private-lessons-full-semester-15-minute-increments-choose-from-saxon-all-about-learning-iew-or-barton","title":"Private Lessons: Recurring Monthly Subscription (up to 4 hours of instruction per week)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Month of Private Lessons - up to four hours of instruction per week\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a recurring payment, so you will be charged every month until you discontinue lessons. December, May, and summer months are optional. To learn more about our payment schedule, please peruse the Private Lesson Schedule linked to \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crescenza.studio\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour homepage\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eOnce you purchase lessons and fill out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSftZ-UUGy4qLW9LrW1AsasWdDaiLyy6P9FSW8K9tGjcNKdRdQ\/viewform\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS REGISTRATION FORM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, we will email you the Google Classroom code. That's where you'll find your virtual meeting link, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease connect with us if you have questions about private lessons! We love helping our students develop the confidence and skills necessary to master any subject that proves difficult for them. Choose from Fix-It Grammar, All About Reading, All About Spelling, Barton Reading and Spelling for dyslexic learners, Saxon math, and just about any course published by the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.iew.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstitute for Excellence in Writing\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/innovativepress.org\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInnovative Learning Press\u003c\/a\u003e. From time to time, electives may be offered as well. Feel free to check out our group class listings and ask about any you would like to take privately. Regardless of what you choose, we'll do our best to set you up with the perfect teacher at a mutually agreeable time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease do not purchase any PRIVATE lessons until days and times have been arranged. To connect with us about scheduling or anything else, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crescenza.studio\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evisit our Contact Us page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFix-It Grammar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFix It! Grammar is one of the most well-loved grammar methods in the homeschooling community. Due to its effectiveness and ease of use, it is favored by students, parents, and teachers alike. In this program, students take on the role of editor for a faulty manuscript. For the first twenty weeks or so, they will learn new punctuation, homophone rules, and parts of speech. The last ten weeks generally focus on reviewing learned concepts. In addition, each individual exercise (120 total per level) contains a vocabulary word that students will learn within the context of the story they are editing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnline classes meet via Zoom. All students must purchase their own student books. Please contact your teacher to find out which book is appropriate for your child. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iew.com\/grammar?gad_source=1\u0026amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwi_exBhA8EiwA_kU1MjNG-DSLMp5x-yb1Slm8LTzB0MqI7U3AoRWQNR5bJ98DBqQ3Ajq7iRoCOqAQAvD_BwE\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePurchase the correct book on IEW's website.\u003c\/a\u003e You will not need the teacher's guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll About Reading or All About Spelling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eReading and spelling skills affect almost every other subject. Let us help you find and fill the gaps!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAAR and AAS follow a logical progression to introduce new concepts one at a time, always building upon previously learned skills. In addition, the courses are effective in helping older students find and fill learning gaps. Most of our students find these materials easy to learn and master, so they are a good fit for Crescenza's goal of teaching to mastery and \"Helping Growth Happen.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew concepts will be introduced at the child's own pace as they master previous material. You may find placement tests on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutlearningpress.com\/all-about-reading\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAll About Learning's website\u003c\/a\u003e, which is also a great place to visit if you'd like to learn more about what makes their program so special!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend that parents purchase used textbooks on Amazon. Check with your teacher to see which edition they prefer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarton Reading and Spelling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSusan Barton's system of teaching reading and spelling to dyslexic learners is a proven method that will give you the results you've been looking for. If you have any questions, contact us for a free consultation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bartonreading.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about the Barton method, click here to visit their website\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReading \u0026amp; Spelling, Pure \u0026amp; Simple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a straight-forward, streamlined approach to teaching reading and spelling simultaneously. The activities focus on breaking down words into their component parts (syllables) and understanding each word (vocabulary). We're very excited to offer this course, and we have worked closely with the author, Deede Cauley, to provide our students with the most faithful approach to her materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.realreading.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFor more information, visit the RSPS website\u003c\/a\u003e. You can read some of their reviews \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.realreading.com\/reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaxon Mathematics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWe currently have teachers who are taking Saxon math students in levels 5\/4, 6\/5, Algebra 1\/2, Algebra 1, and Algebra 2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaxon mathematics is our preferred mathematics curriculum here at Crescenza Studio and has been for a long time. Our math instructors review every single missed problem with their students throughout the year, teaching every skill to mastery, and the textbooks themselves incorporate a spiral approach so that old skills are never lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe always move at your child's pace, and that is why precisely why we are so successful at helping each of our students discover their \"math brain.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend that parents purchase used Saxon textbooks on Amazon. Check with your teacher to see which edition they prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructure \u0026amp; Style \u003c\/strong\u003e(and other comparable IEW courses)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAround here, writing is what we do best! All of our teachers are fantastic writers and enjoy passing the skill to others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructure and Style is a highly acclaimed writing method that is beneficial to both reluctant and eager writers, and everyone in between! Susan Barton recommends it for dyslexic students as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe organization of material is highly logical and uses the mastery approach: EZ+1. Each lesson introduces no more than one new concept, and students develop facility with that concept before learning a new one. Students refer to checklists throughout so that each student has the tools to achieve 100% on every assignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnline classes meet via Zoom, and Google Classroom is where students will find and upload assignments. \u003c\/span\u003eAll students must own their own book for these courses. You may ask your teacher for a direct link to the book on IEW's website.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInnovative Learning Press\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWould you like to write and \u003cem\u003eself-publish\u003c\/em\u003e a book this school year? Connect with us! We use materials from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/innovativepress.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInnovative Learning Press\u003c\/a\u003e to help you from start to finish. Students will complete \u003cem\u003e180 Days to Save the World\u003c\/em\u003e, which is a full language arts program available for 4th-5th (chapter book version), 6th-8th (middle grade version) and 9th-12th (young adult version). Miss Amy has been trained by Sarah Reid, ILP's managing director. We're SO ready to help you start (and complete) your writing journey!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost: Weekly lessons are sold in 15-minute increments (cost is per month), but many subjects require more than 15 minutes per week. If you need more than four hours of instruction per week, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crescenza.studio\/products\/private-academic-intensive-recurring-weekly-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eyou may pay in weekly installments instead of monthly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease do not purchase any PRIVATE lessons until days and times have been arranged. To connect with us about scheduling or anything else, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.crescenza.studio\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evisit our Contact Us page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crescenza Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48629359804722,"sku":"","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/5776\/9010\/files\/Private_Lessons_payable_monthly.png?v=1761102605"},{"product_id":"private-academic-intensive-recurring-weekly-subscription","title":"Private Lessons: Recurring Weekly Subscription (4+ hours of instruction per week)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Week of Private Lessons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a recurring payment, so you will be charged every Sunday until you discontinue lessons. December, May, and summer months are optional. To learn more about our payment schedule, please peruse the Private Lesson Schedule linked to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.crescenza.studio\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour homepage\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eOnce you purchase lessons and fill out \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSftZ-UUGy4qLW9LrW1AsasWdDaiLyy6P9FSW8K9tGjcNKdRdQ\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS REGISTRATION FORM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, we will email you the Google Classroom code. That's where you'll find your virtual meeting link, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease connect with us if you have questions about this program! We love helping our students develop the confidence and skills necessary to master any subject that proves difficult for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild your own weekly program by mixing and matching any of the following curricula:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix-It Grammar, levels 1-6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll About Reading, levels 1-4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll About Spelling, levels 1-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarton Reading and Spelling for dyslexic learners, levels 1-4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReading \u0026amp; Spelling, Pure \u0026amp; Simple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaxon math, levels 5\/4-Algebra 2\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurricula published by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.iew.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstitute for Excellence in Writing\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurricula published by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/innovativepress.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInnovative Learning Press\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurricula published by The Tuttle Twins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncle Eric books, accompanied by correlating Bluestocking guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudy Skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReading Comprehension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eThe Fallacy Detective\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eThe Thinking Toolbox\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote that curriculum options depend on the availability of qualified instructors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost: This product page is for clients who need \u003cstrong\u003eat least four hours weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e. In order to make large payments more manageable, clients may use this subscription to pay weekly instead of monthly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, if you are looking for instruction in only one or two subject areas, or if you need \u003cstrong\u003efewer than four hours per week\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.crescenza.studio\/products\/private-lessons-full-semester-15-minute-increments-choose-from-saxon-all-about-learning-iew-or-barton\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here to find options ranging from 15 minutes to 240 minutes weekly\u003c\/a\u003e (payable monthly instead of weekly).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease do not purchase any PRIVATE lessons until days and times have been arranged. 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