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Leap Learning Systems’ work and approach is unique. No other organization brings the depth or quality of literacy and language development programming that is Leap’s trademark. We bring research to life by translating best practices into curricula and training that educators can use to strengthen the language skills of their students through any activity or subject matter.
From an early age, the language, literacy and communication abilities of students from lower-income backgrounds often lag significantly. Few things will influence the academic, social and future professional experiences of such youth more than the development – or underdevelopment – of those skills. Fortunately, with the right instruction, the language gap is not irreversible, and Leap Learning Systems’ cutting-edge, research-based programs are proven to help get children back up to speed.
What exactly does Leap Learning Systems provide?
The majority of our programs are professional development for teachers, tutors, parents, administrators and other educators. Leap offers seven core programs designed and proven to build fundamental language skills of students from preschool through high school, and each can be adapted to fill specific needs. In additional to our core offerings, Leap regularly creates and delivers customized trainings on a variety of issues related to literacy and language. Programs can run anywhere from a week to an entire school year depending on the program and the needs and resources of our partners.
The expertise and experience of Leap Learning Systems’ staff ensures that our programs address the critical language needs particular to each age group:
- Early Childhood
- Exposure to enrichment vocabulary
- Language of dialogue and problem solving
- Reading
- Pre-print interactions with adults
- School age children
- Strong reading skills
- Written expression
- Oral expression
- Using language as a tool for school work
- High school and beyond
- Writing skills and style
- Verbal presentation
- Grammar and pronunciation
- How and why to use Academic English
- Body language
How do I bring Leap Learning Systems’ programs to my school or organization?
Leap operates through a combination of grant funding and fee-based services. We strive to bring our programs to all institutions that request them, working with each potential program partner individually to determine a feasible arrangement.
To learn more about any of our programs, or how your school or organization might partner with Leap Learning Systems, please contact us!
Our Programs
Building Language: The Leap Preschool Early Literacy Curriculum
Age group: Early childhood
Description: The Leap Preschool Early Literacy Curriculum is a 42-week daily teacher’s guide offering theme-based learning through activities and books. This program has produced exceptional results in pre-kindergarten children from low-resource backgrounds. Learn more»
Language for Scholars
Age groups: School age, high school and beyond
Description: Through Language for Scholars, an unparalleled program, Leap brings individualized coaching directly to older students who are preparing for high school, college or entry into the workplace. Leap staff gives a professional analysis of participants’ oral and written expression skills and identifies individual goals for each student. The goals – related to skills including nonverbal communication, verbal presentation, writing style, Academic English and business etiquette – then guide participants’ work over the course of the program. Learn more»
Language Through Science
Age group: Early childhood
Description: Language Through Science (LTS) is a professional development program for early childhood teachers. Through small-group professional development trainings and a lesson plan of activities, teachers learn how to use science instruction to improve their students’ pre-literacy and language skills. Learn more»
Leap’s After-School EnRichment Training Program (LASER)
Age groups: School age and high school
Description: LASER is Leap’s after-school curriculum created specifically to meet the needs of children who are struggling in school and designed to accommodate the structure of any after-school program. In addition to the themed unit curriculum, LASER provides professional development support to after-school leaders on how to have a greater impact on students’ language development and academic progress. Learn more»
Lending Library
Age group: Early childhood
Description: Through the Lending Library, students have unlimited access to a collection of high-quality books thoughtfully selected by Leap staff for their vocabulary and themes. Each book in the library comes with an activity sheet to maximize the quality time spent reading between child and adult. The Lending Library is a great complement to other Leap programs and a wonderful asset for children and their parents. The Lending Library is available for free to any classroom receiving Leap programming; it also may be purchased. Learn more»
TLC: Talk. Listen. Connect.
Age group: Early childhood
Description:TLC provides young parents under the age of 21 with information about child development with a focus on language and communication skills. Young mothers and fathers learn to engage their babies in ways that will stimulate and grow their language development. Learn more»
Vocabulary Improvement Project (VIP)
Age group: Early childhood
Description: The Vocabulary Improvement Project (VIP) is a professional development and themed book-reading program for early childhood educators. Through the VIP, Leap helps teachers better understand how children's academic and social success is largely dependent on advancing their language and literacy skills. It includes trainings and materials that help teachers more fully develop these abilities in their students. Learn more»
To learn more about any of our programs, or how your school or organization might partner with Leap Learning Systems, please contact us!
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