Educational Support Services
At Ripon Christian, we strive to support every student in maximizing their full potential. Ripon Christian Support Services provides assistance to students who learn differently or need extra academic reinforcement. Through Ripon Christian Educational Support Services, the goal is to prepare students with learning needs to meet future academic challenges with confidence and the tools for success.
Learning Center - Grades K through 5
We value and celebrate the unique God-given gifts of every student. We believe that each child has a distinct learning profile, with areas of both strength and challenge. Because students learn in different ways and at different rates, some may benefit from additional support to reach their full potential.
To help teachers understand each student's academic progress and learning needs, we administer research-based assessments throughout the school year. Students in kindergarten through second grade, along with selected students in grades three through five, complete the DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) assessment, a nationally recognized early literacy screener. Students in first through fifth grade also participate in the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) assessment. Both assessments are administered three times each year and provide valuable information to guide instruction and monitor growth.
Our Educational Support Specialist collaborates with classroom teachers to identify student needs, develop effective support strategies, and promote success for all learners. When additional support is needed, Learning Center paraeducators provide targeted reading and math interventions that complement, rather than replace, the high-quality core instruction students receive from their classroom teachers.
Academic Support - Grades 6 through 12
For students in middle school and high school, the Academic Support program is designed to meet the specific needs of students to maximize their learning potential. Academic Support gives the opportunity for small class size re-teaching, added guided practice, and additional curriculum to support the core curriculum. Working closely with the mainstream classroom teachers, the Academic Support team ensures that comprehensive support for students with learning needs is achieved.