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Instructional Hours

Monday 4:30pm to 7:30pm

Tuesday No Classes

Wednesday 4:30pm to 7:30pm

Thursday 4:30pm to 7:30pm

Friday No Classes

Saturday 10:00am to noon

How Can I Afford to Enroll My Child at Sylvan?

Many parents take advantage of the Sallie Mae Student Loan program. The application process is quick and easy, and most parents are approved within a few days. This makes Sylvan affordable and you can make your payments of an average of $50 to $100 per month. Call Sylvan today for more information at 402-727-8888.

How Many Sessions Should My Child Attend Each Week?

The number of sessions your child attends at Sylvan will depend on the goals set for the child and how quickly the parents want them accomplished. Students attending six hours per week in a subject will complete 72 hours of instruction in twelve weeks. Progress assessments will provide parents with detailed information about their student's progress. How quickly do you want your child to reach his/her goals? The answer will help you to decide the number of hours per week your child needs to attend Sylvan sessions. The average length of stay at a Sylvan Learning Center is six to nine months.

Why Invest in Supplemental Education?

Supplemental education offers remediation and enrichment to students of all ages who seek to build - or build upon - basic skills. A careful program of supplemental education tells a child that his/her learning needs are important year round. This is a far more positive approach than giving glaring attention to problems and slipping grades at report card times. The Fremont Sylvan Learning Center's Directors, Derek Strohman and Linda Kahnk, talk with concerned parents every day. The most common regret of parents is, "I wish I had called when we first thought about it." For more information about Sylvan, call 402-727-8888.

From the Desk of Derek Strohman

March 2009

Within 24 to 48 hours after learning new concepts, students often begin to forget information unless it is reinforced or applied immediately. That’s why, during school breaks, even the best students forget lessons they have learned during the school year.

While a break from school is great for recharging your children’s batteries, if students aren’t using the skills they acquired in the classroom, they could find themselves lagging behind once the school bell rings again. Sylvan Learning center offers great ways to help your child continue to learn, in a fun way, when away from the classroom.

Writing - To help writing skills, encourage your child to start a diary or write letters to a grandparent or friend. If you are traveling on a vacation, ask your child to keep a travel journal recording where you stayed and what you did. At the end of every day, talk through the activities with your child and help him or her with a journal. It not only improves writing skills, but also creates great family memories.

Mathematics - Helping mom or dad with grocery shopping develops opportunities to use math skills, such as making change, weighing fruits and vegetables, etc. Providing assistance with cooking can also familiarize children with weights and measures, organization and planning and following a recipe. Perhaps you and your children could make a special dessert for the whole family. Help them pick a recipe, create an ingredients list and go shopping together.

Reading - You can’t start too early. You can’t read too much. Reading to young children nurtures an interest in language, words and communication. For older kids, reading together can be fun and interesting. Children also learn by example. If parents are setting time aside to read, it reinforces the fun and enjoyment of reading. Local libraries offer infinite resources for children. Librarians can recommend books appropriate for your child’s reading level and interests, and many libraries offer free children’s programs and clubs.

Research –There are an abundance of sites that provide reading lists for children. At www.bookadventure.com, children (K-8) create personalized books lists from more than 7,000 recommended titles, take quizzes on the books they’ve read at school or at home, and earn prizes for their reading comprehension. The program is designed to motivate students to read more often, for longer periods of time and with greater understanding.

Analysis and Logic - Many family games and puzzles are not only fun, but help children to develop and reinforce skills. A simple card game can involve mathematics, analysis and logical thinking. Be sure to select games appropriate for your child's age level.

For more educational resources for children in grades pre-K through 12, please visit http://tutoring.sylvanlearning.com or call 1-800-31-SUCCESS.