Aarons Learning Center

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Aarons Learning Center

• 2007-08 School Year
• Achieving more by providing opportunities for
  growth, improvement, and scholastic achievement.
  
• K-8th

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Whos Who

• Jerry Ray Brawner, B.S.E., founder and president
  
  
• Jim O. Brawner, B.S.E., M.Ed., CEO and
  administrator
  
• Certified instructors who are screened,
  interviewed, and required to meet State
  Department of Education standards for
  certification. Only high quality, energetic, and
  caring staff are chosen to help students achieve
  their full potential

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Contact Information for Aarons Learning Center

• Jim Brawner [phone] or jimobrawner_at_yahoo.com
  
  
• [phone], fax
• Hours of operation 700am 800pm, Monday -
  Friday
  
• Address 138 Villa Drive 4, Hollister, MO 65672
• Districts of operation Little Rock School
  District previously served in 2006-2007
  
• Available in North Central and Northwest Arkansas
  for 2007-08
  
• Course offerings Math, Reading

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When and Where

• Programs will be offered Monday through Friday
  after school until 600pm in most areas.
  
• Location will be at students school unless
  otherwise designated at beginning of program.
  
• No transportation will be provided by Aarons
  Learning Center

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To Provide Students Opportunity

• To reach their potential
• To discover their talents
• To receive personalized instruction
• To learn from gifted instructors
• To become self sufficient
• To become self motivated
• To have a positive impact at school as well as at
  home

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Mission Statement/Goals

• Discover each students unique learning style
• Teach students valuable skills
• Provide each student with the opportunity to
  excel
  
• Set a benchmark for desired improvement

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Classroom Policies

• Attendance is not an option
• Preparedness is necessary for success
• Parental support is the key ingredient to help
  their student achieve desired levels of
  improvement
  
• Building a trust relationship between the student
  and instructor makes the learning process
  enjoyable and complete
  
• Rewards are utilized to motivate students to
  excel and achieve beyond the norm
  

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Special and Specific Needs

• Aarons Learning Center will identify the style
  that best suits your student and will create an
  individualized program for them
  
• Jim O. Brawner has written Taming the Family
  Zoo which is personality specific and necessary
  for identifying learning styles
  

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Instructors

• Are focused on the student
• Have a love of teaching
• Are motivated by their students successes
• Work in small groups of three to give your
  student the attention they deserve
  
• Work diligently toward academic success
• Use words of encouragement
• Help students picture a special future that
  awaits them
  
• Build self-confidence and esteem

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Math Program

• Based on linear curriculum
• Each concept must be mastered before continuing
  to a new concept
  
• Confidence is required by the student before
  progressing to the new concept
  
• Student will learn at his/her own pace
• A willingness to face new challenges is developed
  with each student

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Learning to Read Program

• Uses phonetic approach
• Emphasizes letters and sounds fundamental for
  learning to read
  
• Improvements are attained in reading speed,
  fluency, and comprehension
  
• Emphasizes grammar
• Helps student understand the numerous ways a word
  may be used
  
• Builds self assurance and a love for learning
  that lasts a lifetime

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Evaluation

• Progress reports will be communicated during the
  semester
  
• Improvement will be noted
• We desire to develop a team approach with the
  parent (students whose parents are active with
  the process achieve the highest marks nearly 100
  of the time)

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Parent Conferences

• Aarons Learning Center will have three contacts
  with parents regarding their students progress.
  
• Diagnostic pre-test results
• Midterm report
• Post test report

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QA

• Is there a cost? We provide this service at no
  cost to the parent
  
• How can I get started? Contact Aarons Learning
  center by calling [phone] to get your
  application today.
  

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Districts Serviced by Aarons Learning Center
Page 1 Districts (listed alphabetically A-G)

• Alpena School District
• Bentonville Public School District
• Berryville Public Schools
• Clinton School District
• Cotter School District
• Dardanelle Public Schools
• Decatur School District
• Deer/Mt. Judea Public Schools
• Dover School District
• Elkins School District
• Eureka Springs School District
• Farmington School District
• Fayetteville School District
• Flippin School District
• Gentry Public Schools
• Gravette School District
• Green Forest School District
• Greenland Public District

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Districts Serviced by Aarons Learning Center
Pg. 2 Districts (listed alphabetically H-Y)

• Harrison School District
• Huntsville School District
• Jasper School District
• Lead Hill School District
• Lincoln School District
• Mountain Home School District
• Norfork Schools
• Omaha School District
• Pea Ridge School District
• Prairie Grove School District
• Rogers Public Schools
• Siloam Springs Schools
• South Side Bee Branch School District
• Springdale School District
• Valley Springs School District
• West Fork School District
• Yellville-Summit School District

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Summary

• If you desire a positive experience and improved
  scholastic performance, Aarons Learning Center
  can help you meet or exceed your expectations.
  Give Aarons a chance to make a difference in the
  life of your student.