For Parents


Help your child’s learning journey with these resources
We recognize that parents play a crucial role in their child’s educational journey. That’s why we offer a range of resources specifically designed to support parents in facilitating their child’s learning and development. We strive to empower parents with the knowledge and tools they need to actively engage in their child’s education by providing:
Literacy Assessment
We offer literacy assessments, using research-based tools and materials to determine students’ strengths and weaknesses in these core areas that are key to the reading process:
Phonological awareness
Phonics
Vocabulary
Comprehension
Fluency
Spelling
Writing
The assessment is conducted by one of our expert, certified reading specialists. The results assist educators in customizing instruction to each student’s specific needs and aligning with the student’s learning level.
Assessments take approximately two hours and are personalized to each child’s needs. A written report is mailed. Then, parents can schedule a follow-up consultation to discuss the results and recommendations.
Assessments are given at a separate stand-alone fee. Contact us for more information.
Upcoming Workshops and Webinars
Reengaging Disengaged Readers
January 11, 2025
Webinar Presented by the Austin International Dyslexia Association.
An Innovative Digital Reading Intervention to Support Dyslexic, Struggling, and Multilingual Learning Readers – Adolescent through Adult
SAT Virtual Overview February Workshop
February 10, 2025
For High School Students.
Are you taking the digital SAT? Join us for our SAT Virtual Overview Workshop to learn about the digital SAT format, get test-taking tips, and work on practice questions with Marilyn Salisbury, M.Ed.
SAT Virtual Overview April Workshop
April 7, 2025
For High School Students.
Are you taking the digital SAT? Join us for our SAT Virtual Overview Workshop to learn about the digital SAT format, get test-taking tips, and work on practice questions with Marilyn Salisbury, M.Ed.
Additional Resources
SITES ABOUT LEARNING DIFFERENCES
Decoding Dyslexia is a nationwide, parent-driven grassroots movement in all 50 states and 4 Canadian provinces.
ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER ASSOCIATION ADDA is an organization whose mission is to be a top resource for adults with Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD).
CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH ATTENTION-DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (CHADD) a leading non-profit organization that serves adults and children with AD/HD.
DISABLED TRAVELERS A great resource for those who need travel assistance and for explanations of various learning disorders.
THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES An organization that improves the lives of all people with learning difficulties and disabilities by empowering parents, enabling young adults, transforming schools, and creating policy and advocacy.
THE INTERNATIONAL DYSLEXIA ASSOCIATION A non-profit organization helping those who have dyslexia and their families.
LD ONLINE the leading website for parents, teachers, and other professionals on learning disabilities.
RHODE ISLAND ORGANIZATIONS
Center for Psychology and Learning – The Center for Psychology and Learning offers consultation to schools and families to facilitate integrating what we know about you or your child into everyday life. Offers assessment, therapy, and consultation.
CHADD of Rhode Island – The Rhode Island Chapter of CHADD welcomes the ADHD community, from Parents of children with ADHD to Adults with ADHD and Area ADHD Professionals.
Delta Consultants – A group of psychologists, education specialists, clinical social workers, language pathologists, occupational therapists, and support staff applying multi-disciplinary approaches to clients’ needs.
College Admission Advisors, LLC – Full-service college counseling program for parents and students. Prepares students for the college process, from selecting schools, getting in, paying, and more.
Tech Access of Rhode Island – A great resource offering information on assistive technology for learning-disabled students and families and others with disabilities. This program, established in 1991, offers training, workshops, and more.
Decoding Dyslexia Rhode Island – DDRI provides valid and up-to-date information on dyslexia, as well as guidance to help students get the help they need to become fluent readers and writers.
Fact Sheets for Specific Tutoring Needs
LEARNING DIFFERENCES & SPECIAL EDUCATION
READING
MATH
STUDY AND ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
TEST PREPARATION
Mastering Reading: Discover Noah Text®
Grounded in the science of reading, Noah Text® is a specialized, evidence-based, scaffolded text that shows readers the structure of words. This, in turn, bolsters their reading skills, providing them with independence and greater enjoyment of the reading process, no matter what they read.

Find a tutor near you
RITES certified teachers tutor students in person at convenient locations in many communities throughout Rhode Island, and southeastern Massachusetts, meeting students at our learning center, local libraries, and at schools. Virtual tutoring is also available.