Learning for Success
Empowering Students to Thrive in a Diverse Environment
At St. Pius X High School, we believe every student deserves a personalized path to success. The Paul A. Gilliam '98 Learning for Success Program is a comprehensive support structure designed to meet the unique needs of students with diagnosed learning differences – while maintaining the rigor of our college preparatory curriculum.
Purpose
To help students recognize their potential and equip them with the strategies, confidence, and academic tools needed to succeed – without modification to curriculum standards.
Program Specialist
The Learning for Success Program gave our daughter the confidence and tools she needed to succeed in a rigorous academic setting. The individualized support made her feel seen and understood, and the faculty truly cared about her growth. Today, she’s not only thriving in her classes – she’s leading in them. Parent of a Class of 2024 Graduate
College Prep with Confidence
Students in the Learning for Success Program are held to the same academic expectations as their peers. The support structure ensures they can fully access curriculum material and demonstrate mastery, preparing them for college success and lifelong learning.
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Program Overview
Students accepted into the Learning for Success Program receive structured, individualized support that may include:
- Academic Strategies classes (Grades 9–12)
- Individualized accommodation plans tailored to each student’s diagnosis
- Tutorial management and check-ins with faculty mentors
- Classroom observation and ongoing academic support
- Math and reading interventions as needed
- Summer enrichment programs
- Consultation and advocacy for families navigating learning differences
- Parent support program for ongoing collaboration
- Documented accommodations that align with college-prep expectations
Admissions Guidelines
Admission to the Learning for Success Program requires:
- A current diagnosis of a learning difference supported by documentation
- Submission of the Learning for Success application
- A review by our academic support team
✏️ Note: Additional fees apply based on the level of services provided.