Community School of Holy Angels Achieves Up to 40% Increase in Special Education Scores with Acellus Gold Learning Accelerator
06 Agosto 2024 - 8:15AM
Business Wire
The Community School of Holy Angels, renowned for its dedication
to supporting students in special education with severe learning
challenges, has reported a significant surge in academic
performance following the implementation of the Acellus Gold
learning accelerator. Selected as one of the first schools in the
nation to pilot this innovative program, the school witnessed a
remarkable increase in average scores on course assessments across
core subjects. For the 2023-2024 school year, math scores soared
by up to 40%, and English scores improved by 24%.
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Average Lesson Score Comparison –
2023-2024 School Year at Community School of Holy Angels,
Shreveport, LA (Graphic: Business Wire)
“Acellus Gold incorporates a breakthrough technology called
Vectored Instruction, which identifies gaps in students’
foundational knowledge and provides targeted lessons to address
those gaps, ensuring that students receive the support they need
precisely when they need it,” said Kelly Rouse, Director of
Community School. “This program has been a game-changer for both
our students and teachers, equipping them with the essential tools
for success and growth.”
RESULTS
With the implementation of targeted support and personalized
learning, Community School saw students’ scores on lessons
significantly increase in math, science, and ELA after receiving
intervention through Vectored Instruction; in some cases, as much
as 40% for the 2023-2024 school year.
OVERCOMING LEARNING CHALLENGES
One impactful story at Holy Angels involves a student with
autism who came from a non-English-speaking household and struggled
with communication. Amy Gates, an instructor at the Community
School, shared, “This student faced significant verbal
communication challenges. After joining Acellus Gold last year, the
student rapidly improved their English proficiency and is now
speaking fluently.” She added that teachers at the Community School
now have a way to meet students at their academic levels, which is
expected to improve standardized test scores and grade
advancement.
By integrating Acellus Gold, the school effectively addressed
individual learning gaps, leading to significant improvements in
academic outcomes. Director Kelly Rouse added, “Parents have
expressed immense gratitude, with one even asking us to thank
Acellus every day for the positive changes they’ve witnessed.” This
transformation highlights the potential for innovative educational
technologies to enhance learning experiences and outcomes for
students facing diverse challenges.
ABOUT ACELLUS
Acellus is an innovative learning accelerator transforming
education across the United States. Developed by the International
Academy of Science, Acellus is utilized in thousands of public
schools nationwide, as well as the online private school, Acellus
Academy. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and personalized
instruction, Acellus merges the science of learning with the art of
teaching to help students master content, enhance their learning
effectiveness, and achieve their academic goals.
Recognizing that bridging foundational knowledge gaps is crucial
for student achievement, Acellus developed the cutting-edge
Vectored Instruction system after five years of research. Vectored
Instruction is designed to tackle these gaps by offering timely,
personalized support. Through Deficiency Diagnostics, Acellus
evaluates student responses to pinpoint the exact areas of
confusion. This targeted approach ensures that each student
receives customized interventions to address their unique learning
needs.
Additionally, Acellus courses use high-quality video lessons to
engage students and spark their curiosity. Working with top
educators from across the country, Acellus creates lessons that are
both effective and engaging. These videos, along with interactive
course materials, provide an online learning experience that
inspires a true love for learning. Each lesson is carefully
designed to connect with previously learned knowledge like
interlocking building blocks. Acellus leverages cognitive science
to structure lessons that effectively transfer new information
directly into a student’s long-term memory, ensuring a deeper and
more lasting understanding of the material.
With a comprehensive curriculum and a strong commitment to
accessibility, Acellus is redefining the future of education for
students and teachers nationwide. For more information about
Acellus, please visit our website and follow us on Facebook,
Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.
ABOUT COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF HOLY ANGELS
The Community School of Holy Angels is dedicated to empowering
individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their
mission is to provide a path to self-fulfillment through education,
empowerment, spirituality, independence, and work. To learn more
about our programs or to support our mission, please visit our
website at: https://www.laholyangels.org.
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Trevin Lambert trevin.lambert@acellus.com