Smartie Pants Academy Center

Everyday Opportunities is not a school, but an adult day program, located in Katy, TX. The program is dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities. The engaging activities are designed to provide meaningful daily experiences, foster independence, build vocational skills, and support participation in community volunteer projects. To ensure a great fit, they require a trial transition period. Participants must be safe to themselves and others, independent in personal care, and able to engage without 1:1 prompting. Contact program to learn more about current eligibility and enrollment details. They also have summer camps located in Bellville, TX called Camp Journey, for ages 14+. Please see website for more information: www.journeyadventures.org

Excelsior Academy is a specialized learning disability school located in Houston, dedicated to supporting students with language-based learning disabilities such as ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia. The academy's core mission is to empower students to overcome learning barriers through individualized instruction and innovative therapeutic methodologies, fostering a nurturing environment that promotes both academic and personal growth. Key offerings at Excelsior Academy include a range of tailored programs designed to address specific learning challenges. The school employs the Orton-Gillingham approach for reading, enhancing phonemic awareness and reading comprehension. For students with ADD and ADHD, brain integration techniques are utilized to improve focus and academic performance. Additionally, the curriculum incorporates specialized therapies for dyscalculia and dysgraphia, focusing on foundational math skills and fine motor development. Other services include social skills groups, behavior therapy, and cognitive brain training exercises that enhance memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities. What sets Excelsior Academy apart is its commitment to maintaining small class sizes, with a student-teacher ratio of 1 to 8, ensuring personalized attention for each child. The school fosters a family-oriented culture that encourages teamwork and social acceptance among students. With a balanced daily schedule that limits class time to no more than 7 hours and an average homework load of just 1-1.5 hours, Excelsior Academy prioritizes the well-being of its students while providing a rigorous, data-driven curriculum. The supportive campus environment, combined with a focus on developing independent learners, makes Excelsior Academy a unique choice for families seeking effective educational solutions for their children.