Academic Support

Because students run into obstacles and struggle to balance their academic strengths with their weaknesses, Lawrence Academy has support systems in place to help students work toward reaching their potential. For most students, the primary source of academic support comes from extra help sessions with teachers. Four days a week, time is set aside in our schedule for students to meet with teachers to ask questions and review lessons. Beyond this, teachers and students can be found working together over breakfast, in the late afternoon, or in the evening in the dorm. Students at LA learn quickly that the best avenue to success is to keep in regular contact with their teachers. For students who need assistance beyond what their teachers can provide, the Academic Support Office coordinates a variety of options.

Evening Math Extra Help

Monday through Thursday nights, math extra help is available in the library on a first-come, first-served basis. Students can drop by between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. to get their math questions answered by an experienced math teacher.

Tutoring

The tutoring offered at LA is designed to provide students with one-on-one support to improve their academic skills. Our tutors come from a pool of educators who have served in many different capacities in a variety of schools. While tutors will often assist students with the assignments for their classes, skill growth is the primary goal. Tutors work with students once or twice a week in areas including reading, writing, mathematics, planning, time management, and/or organization. Please read the Tutoring Description for more information before completeing a Tutoring Registration Form.

For more information on any of these programs, please contact the Director of Academic Support at (978)-448-1583 

Students with Diagnosed Learning Disabilities

In order to help make Lawrence Academy the best learning environment for students, we recommend that parents of students who have been identified with learning differences or disabilities first disclose this information during the admissions process. Such transparency allows us to have conversations about support that may be needed and make sure LA is a good fit from the start. In order for students to receive accommodations at LA, documentation of the disability needs to fit the guidelines in the Documentation Policy. All documentation must be received by July 31 in order to assure a smooth transition. In addition, a Release of Information form must be completed in order for this process to begin. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, please contact Kimberly Poulin, the director of academic support.

Peer Tutoring

Lawrence Academy has created a peer tutoring network to connect students who have expertise in a particular subject with a peer who is in need of help. Such collaboration benefits both parties since teaching material is one of the best ways to make sure you have mastered it.