Innovative Education Management (IEM) is a public charter school network in California that provides independent study and homeschooling models to students from TK-12th grade. The IEM network includes: South Sutter Charter School, Ocean Grove Charter School, and Sky Mountain Charter School.

Last fall, approximately 200 tier 2 and tier 3 students needed extra support in math and reading. IEM's primary objectives included: 

• Seeking tutoring support during school hours 
• Assessing the effectiveness of tutoring through improvements in test scores

Program Details Using High Dosage Tutoring

TurtlEd aimed to meet the school’s objectives by providing high impact Math and Reading/English Language Arts (ELA) tutoring services to 150 elementary, middle, and high school students over a 10 week program.

• Students were assigned to small groups of 2-4, according to learning trajectory.
• Tutoring sessions were conducted online via Zoom during school hours.
• Groups met 2x or 3x a week.
• Students worked with the same certified tutor throughout the program.
• The TurtlEd team worked closely with school admins, teachers and IEM families to share feedback and encourage attendance.

What Is High Dosage Tutoring?

High dosage tutoring, also known as high impact tutoring, is a targeted intervention strategy that involves providing students with consistent, high-quality tutoring sessions over an extended period of time.

This approach is designed to provide students with the personalized attention and support they need to master challenging academic material, improve their skills, and achieve academic success. High dosage tutoring programs focus on key subjects such as math and reading, targeting students who may be struggling or at risk of falling behind.

Tutoring Benefits

After the mid-year iReady assessments, 81% of the math students in our tutoring program improved their i-Ready scale score and 43% of students improved 1+ grade levels after only 5 weeks. Based on the data IEM received, the students in TurtlEd’s high dosage tutoring program outperformed groups who used other tutoring vendors, demonstrating the effectiveness of TurtlEd's structured and data-driven approach.

TurtlEd Tutoring Strategies

TurtlEd's high-impact tutoring program achieved notable success in enhancing student engagement and academic growth. Through a proactive attendance strategy, the TurtlEd team diligently sent reminders and followed up with parents and guardians to ensure students participated in their scheduled sessions. This commitment resulted in an impressive 71% attendance rate over the 10-week program. Moreover, school administrators gained valuable access to an interactive dashboard, providing real-time data on student attendance and academic performance. These resources not only improved transparency but also enabled educators to make informed, data-driven decisions to better support student outcomes. TurtlEd's dedication to clear communication, accountability, and measurable results highlights its meaningful contribution to student achievement and school-community partnerships.

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