Shorecrest and the CAE understand that students' well-being is inextricably tied to their educational outcomes and is critical to their lifelong success.
With this ethos, the CAE empowers students to learn and thrive while concurrently providing teachers and families with the requisite knowledge and tools to support the diverse needs of every student and family.
CAE Mission
The mission of the Center for Academic Excellence and Student Well-Being is to nurture the development of each student, encompassing their academic, social, and emotional growth. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive support that empowers students to define and achieve their own personal standards of academic success. Through tailored programs and resources, we foster an inclusive environment where students can flourish intellectually, cultivate meaningful relationships, and navigate challenges with resilience and confidence. Our commitment is to foster a community where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach their fullest potential.
Our Team Tenets
- Interconnected Support: The CAE team values the complexities of human development, recognizing the importance of addressing academic, social, and emotional needs together to facilitate overall well-being and growth.
- Empowerment: The team is committed to empowering students to define and pursue their own paths to academic success, encouraging autonomy and self-determination in their educational journey.
- Inclusivity: Inclusivity is a core tenet, ensuring that all students feel welcome, respected, and supported regardless of background, ability, or identity.
- Resilience: The CAE team promotes resilience by equipping students with the skills and resources to navigate challenges, fostering a culture of perseverance and a growth mindset.
Services:
- Academic Support
- Student Well-Being
- Parent Resources
- Speech & Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Summer Enrichment
The Center for Academic Excellence provides personalized one-on-one support for all students. Our Learning Specialists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists carefully assess each student's learning approach and identify areas for improvement. Through tailored strategies and guidance, we help students develop a growth mindset and build confidence in their abilities. Whether it's through quick tutorials, comprehensive accommodation support, speech and language therapy, or occupational therapy, we are dedicated to assisting students at every stage of their academic journey.
Fill out the form to contact us about one-on-one Academic Tutoring, or scroll down to learn more:
In The Experiential School:
- Little Learners Leap- Free screening program to ensure students are developing the foundational skills needed to be successful in a school setting.
- Speech Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Feeding Therapy
- In-classroom observation and recommendations
In Lower School:
- Development of student learning profiles based on psycho-educational assessments.
- Assistive technology support
- In-classroom observation and recommendations
- Paid 1:1 and small group tutoring sessions
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
In Middle School:
- Development of student learning profiles based on psycho-educational assessments.
- Consultation with students on organization and planning
- Consultation with students on self-advocacy, learning strategies, and technology for academic support
- Assistive technology support
- In-classroom observation and recommendations
- Back on track intervention plans to help students catch up after extended absences.
- Study Skills Coaching: sessions with the Learning Specialist to develop time and materials management, organizational support, and test-taking skills
- Paid 1:1 and small group tutoring sessions
In Upper School:
- Development of student learning profiles based on psycho-educational assessments.
- Consultation with students on organization and planning
- Consultation with students on self-advocacy, learning strategies, and technology for academic support
- Assistive technology support
- In-classroom observation and recommendations
- Back on track intervention plans to help students catch up after extended absences.
- Study Skills Coaching: sessions with the Learning Specialist to develop time and materials management, organizational support, and test-taking skills
- Peer tutoring
- Paid 1:1 and small group tutoring sessions
Math Lab is a new peer tutoring program after school designed to help Middle School students feel more confident and successful with their math work. The program provides a structured, supportive environment where students can complete homework, review concepts and ask questions with guidance from trained peer tutors. Peer tutors are Shorecrest Upper School students who have met special qualifications. Students will work in small groups organized by grade level, allowing for individualized attention and targeted support.
Math Lab will be offered Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3:30–4:30pm, beginning the week of January 19 in Ms. Stripling's classroom in the Sher & Razook Center's sixth grade hallway. A staff member will be on site to oversee the program, manage sign-in and sign-out, and ensure a smooth and safe experience for all students. Snacks will be provided, and the cost is $20 per student, per session.
Families are required to sign students up weekly through the simple form below. Students who are not signed up will be sent to Middle School After Hours.
Make your college application essay as competitive as possible amidst a sea of applications!
During this week-long summer workshop, students entering 11th and 12th grades will work to make their personal statement college essay stand out. Students will brainstorm, draft, and revise their writing to come away with a full draft for the Common App Personal Statement.
The personal statement or Common App essay is the number one piece of writing that colleges require for admission, and yet students often start this process too late. This workshop helps students get ahead with this important piece of writing, as well as other materials pertaining to supplemental essays and the Common App Activities List and Additional Information Section - with a goal of helping college admissions committees see the fuller, impactful, and unique person that students often have trouble conveying on the page.
Instructor Natalie Updike uses an individualized approach that considers each students’ learning style and college ambitions. From brainstorming topics and structures to revising and polishing, students walk away from this workshop not only with a drafted personal statement but also with more tailored information regarding categories of supplemental or school-specific essays, as well as tips to improve their Common App activities list.
- June 8-12
- 8:30-11:30am - or - 12:30-3:30pm
- For students rising into 11th and 12th grades
- Shorecrest Campus: Landy Hall 207
- $525/week of half day sessions
- Register below!
Email [email protected] with questions.
Instructor: Natalie Updike
Natalie Updike has experience teaching 8 years of junior and senior high school English, including A.P. Literature, two senior electives, and English 11 College Prep and Honors, 6 years of college English, literature, creative writing, rhetoric & composition, and TEFL with Peace Corps Colombia, and 10 years of Writing Studio expertise. She holds an M.A. in literature and an M.F.A. in creative writing with certifications in FLDOE Reading Endorsement and TEFL. Additionally she serves as Shorecrest's 11th Grade Dean and works with the School’s College Counseling Office writing letters of recommendation, delivering resume curriculum, leading a supplemental essay workshops in the fall, and contributing to Junior GPS programming. She also works as an Essay Specialist for College Essay Guy, a foremost leader in supporting college-readiness writing: collegeessayguy.com
Our dedicated team of school counselors stand as pillars of support and advocates for student well-being. With a focus on nurturing the development of every student, our counselors play a pivotal role in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through personalized guidance and comprehensive programs, our counselors empower students to navigate the complexities of life, address challenges, and build the resilience needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
At the heart of our school community, our counselors are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and support, ensuring that every student feels valued, heard, and equipped to reach their full potential.
We recognize the vital role parents play in their child's educational journey. That's why we're committed to not only providing support and resources directly to students but also fostering a collaborative partnership with parents. By working together, we aim to create a strong support foundation that ensures the success and well-being of every student. We offer a range of resources, workshops, and personalized guidance to empower parents with the tools and knowledge they need to effectively support their child's academic, social, and emotional development. Together, we strive to create a nurturing and supportive environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential.
We provide:
- Consultation on learning resources.
- Parent education sessions.
- Resources on cognition and motivation research, testing, and educational evaluations.
- Support in the learning difference evaluation process and compliance with accommodations.
- Connection to community resources.