After a long term teaching career which included 12 months as Principal Felicity Harpley was approached by parents to tutor their children, an experience which led her to develop a study skills program delivering strategies outside mainstream teaching to help students fulfil their potential.
“I very quickly realised there were major issues with some children’s learning. I studied further and it became very apparent that mainstream teaching methods were not suitable for many students,” Ms Harpley said.
“Dyslexia (difficulty reading, writing and/or spelling) and Dyscalculia (difficulty with number) are now my passion and I work with students in these areas.
“Alongside this work I also work with all students to learn how to study, manage their time between sport, social life, work, both in community and school.
“The aim of this program is to help students with strategies to set goals, take notes, learn how to learn and understand the difference between homework and study, all with the end goal to achieve their full potential.
“By giving the students these tools they can then be responsible for their own learning while keeping the “peace” at home. These strategies will also be relevant in their later careers as planning, goal setting and prioritising are some of the areas covered which are attributes sought after by employers.”
Ms Harpley will teach her study skills program to students on 15, 16 and 17 January at The J Theatres from 9.30am – 12pm.
Cost is $500 (includes Wall Planner)
To book call Ms Harpley on 0438236097.
