CHOR Day Academy is licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education as a private academic school.
Educational Program
The CHOR Day Academy serves children grades one through twelve who have special and alternative education needs that can be better met in an alternative setting. The program is designed to help students bridge educational "gaps" while working toward completion of required credits for the school year.
Our goal is to provide students with a well balanced educational and therapeutic program to move them toward academic success. The education team is comprised of special education teachers, a certified reading specialist, teachers aids and behavioral support staff.
The school days runs from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM for elementary school students and 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM for secondary students. Instruction is in major subjects of language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Students also receive career counseling, health education, and technology instruction.
The student's home school district is involved in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and the Evaluation Report (ER) as part of compliance with federal and state laws. Our staff communicates with the student's school district to assure proper school credits and a smooth transition of students back into the home school district.
Enrollment Criteria
Male and female students.
Grades 1-12 with Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
Referral Process
The home school district is required to submit a complete referral packet, which includes the following:
- Admission Application
- A recent Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Evaluation Report (ER)
- Educational transcripts of grades and attendance
- Copy of Health Immunizations
- Copy of Behavioral Reports
- Copy of Educational Assessments (PSSA)
The referring school district is notified of the student’s acceptance in the CHOR Day Academy after all the application information is received and reviewed by the school admission team.
Academic Services
- Academic assessments
- Behavioral support
- Computer based programs
- Individualized education programs
- Report card provided quarterly
- Speech and language services
Counseling Services
Each student receives weekly individual and group counseling by a master level clinician. The teaching staff meets regularly with the counseling staff to review the student's academic and emotional progress.
Academic Placement
The student’s enrollment varies based on their academic progress and emotional needs.
Funding Source
The referring school district is responsible for the tuition cost and daily transportation to CHOR Day Academy.
Contact Information
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CHOR Day Academy 1040 Nicolls Street Reading, PA 19604
Phone: (610) 478-8266 Fax: (610) 898-0293
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CHOR Day Academy The Children's Home of Reading 1010 Centre Ave Reading, PA 19601
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For more Information
Please contact our school at the following numbers if you have any questions:
Director, Educational Services
Steve Kitsmiller
skitsmiller@childrenshomeofrdg.org
(610) 478-8266, ext. 490
Principal
Kate Dwinal
kdwinal@childrenshomeofrdg.org
(610) 478-8266, ext. 475
Admissions/Clinician
Sarah Quinter
squinter@childrenshomeofrdg.org
(610) 478-8266, ext. 397
