Academic Support Programs

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) provides educational support for students who may experience difficulty with the transition to high school or with the demands of a college preparatory curriculum. 

Students in the ACE program will:

• meet with ACE instructors daily during their scheduled study period
• receive individual and small-group instruction emphasizing reading, writing, and math skills
• be coached toward improving organizational skills and study strategies

There is a one-time registration fee, as well as extra tuition per semester for the ACE program.

The DeSales Learning Center provides specialized tutorial support to students who have a diagnosed learning disability. In this program, experienced teachers provide dedicated individual or small-group instruction and closely monitor students' work.

Students in the DeSales program will:

• attend the program daily during their study hall period
• receive personalized instruction and coaching within the context of their individual course loads
• be encouraged to develop strong time management and study techniques  

There is a one-time registration fee, as well as annual program fees in addition to base tuition.