TLC was established to provide a unique and essential service to students with language-based learning differences by offering an alternative to traditional education. TLC at Harrells Christian Academy creates a teaching environment that removes major obstacles for learning.

By placing the students in a more suitable condition for learning, students will close the gap between their achievement and their potential. Teacher-student ratios of 1 to 3 allows for individualized instruction in the core areas of greatest need.

The primary focus of TLC is to provide small group or one-on-one language instruction to facilitate the development of skills needed to successfully read, write, and spell. Math and intensive study services are also available during the school day. Intensive studies focuses on teaching students the strategies needed to become independent, responsible learners.

Students enrolled in TLC come from the regular classroom and participate in all programs, except the areas where focused instruction is required.

• Skills are taught in an intensive, structured, and individualized manner, using auditory, visual, and kinesthetic methods.

• The goal of TLC is to equip students with skills necessary to perform within the regular classroom setting.

WHAT SERVICES ARE PROVIDED?

• Daily lessons in phonics, reading, spelling, grammar, and writing using the Orton-Gillingham Multisensory approach (K-12)

• Math instruction - grades K-6

• Intensive study services - grades 6-12

• A state of the art computer lab with software (Kurzweil) that enables students to become independent learners and active classroom participants.

• Yearly pre- and post- assessments

• Early intervention for Kindergarten students through the use of Predictive Assessment of Reading (P.A.R.)

• TLC offers a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment.

HOW DO STUDENTS BECOME
LEARNING CENTER CANDIDATES?

• Students must be enrolled at Harrells Christian Academy

• Students must have a current psychoeducational evaluation indicating a language-based learning difference.

Harrells Christian Academy is an independent, college preparatory, co-educational day school for students in Kindergarten through grade 12. The 22-acre campus includes over 35 classrooms.

HCA’s mission is to help students pursue higher levels of academic and occupational areas, all of which are supported by programs in the arts, athletics, and community service. The school strives to instill a sound sense of moral responsibility based upon our Judeo-Christian heritage.

Harrells Christian Academy is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools, College Entrance Exam Board, College Board, Carolina Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, Independent School Management, International Dyslexia Association, North Carolina Association of Independent Schools, and North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association.

A nine-million dollar capital campaign is in the planning stages that will provide additional classrooms as well as more opportunities for educational growth.