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Summer Learning Loss

In 2011, Rand Learning, a nonprofit organization published a study on Summer Learning called:"Making Summer Count: How Summer Programs Can Boost Children’s Learning.”

Here are some of the study’s key findings:

Key Findings

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1) Summer learning loss is cumulative.  This is particularly true of mathematics. It is likely that efforts to mitigate learning loss over the school year will be unsuccessful. 

2) Students who attend summer programs have better outcomes than similar peers who do not attend these programs.

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3) Programs that encourage reading have positive effects on student achievement that last for at least two years after the engagement in the summer learning program.

4) Factors that can positively impact summer learning success are related to program quality.  In particular, individualized instruction, parental involvement, and small class sizes are key factors.

5) Having engaging enrichment activities can increase the likelihood of adoption and thus positively impact the effectiveness of summer learning programs.

6) Many school districts, faced with hard choices brought on by budget cuts and questioning the cost-effectiveness of summer learning programs, have stopped funding summer programs.

So what is the answer to this apparent conundrum? In some cases, public education has turned to private education service providers such as Chyten Educational Services to make up the difference. To meet the need, Chyten has been developing a series of experiential learning programs that encourage engagement group-oriented activities.  

School starts in 2 weeks, it's not too late!  Chyten of Syosset offers: 

PSAT/SAT Jump Start – A test preparation program that teaches students critical test-taking skills years ahead of schedule.

RANDD – A reading and study skills development program that focuses on improving critical learning skills in and out of the classroom. 

 Call us today to set up your child's Academic Year Tutoring Schedule!  (516) 677-9595 

For more details about all of our offerings, please visit our website at:

chyten.com/syosset-ny

Or just call Stuart Baronofsky at (516) 677-9595 and we'll be happy to answer any questions.
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