Empowering students with language-based learning differences
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FOUNDED: 2021 BY MR. ERIK HEYER
EXECUTIVE HEAD OF SCHOOL: MS. JILLY DAREFSKY
HEAD OF SCHOOL, NORTHERN VIRGINIA CAMPUS: MS. JENNIFER BETTS
MISSION
The Siena School offers a rich educational program for bright, college-bound students with language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia. Our program is designed for students with mild to moderate needs who experience a discrepancy between their intellectual abilities and academic achievement in one or more areas such as reading, writing, oral expression, or math.
STUDENTS
Siena currently enrolls approximately 30 students in grades 3-10 and is seeking to maintain an equal ratio of boys and girls as our Northern Virginia campus grows. Siena students fit the following profile:
- Are bright, college-bound students;
- Have mild to moderate language-based learning needs;
- Are of average to above-average abilities; and
- Are emotionally healthy and behaviorally appropriate.
Faculty: Siena's staff and advisors include distinguished national, state, and local education leaders and professionals. All of our staff are highly trained in specific instructional strategies for students with language-based learning needs. Click here to meet our faculty and staff.
Accreditation: The Siena School is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools
Memberships: The Siena School is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), The International Dyslexia Association, and Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA).
Technology: At Siena technology is utilized as an effective teaching/learning tool. Interactive boards are in every classroom, and all students in grades 3–10 are provided access to Chromebooks and laptops, loaded with assistive software.