FAQ

DISTINGUISHED QUESTIONS, DISTINGUISHED ANSWERS

WHAT MAKES DISTINGUISHED PRACTICE DIFFERENT FROM OTHER EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROVIDERS?

We are different because we provide a multi-faceted approach to learning. We not only support students by personalizing their learning experiences, but we also support teachers and administrators at different points in their career. We make constant connections to the value and use of knowledge in the real world. Framing our lessons and instruction through a lens of cultural competence and responsiveness, we ensure educators are cognizant of their audience and its needs, and that students see more of themselves in their instruction.

WHO CAN DISTINGUISHED PRACTICE HELP?

Distinguished Practice is here to help students, parents, teachers, and administrators who want to elevate their educational experience. Through our team of highly qualified, motivated, and educated professionals, we can develop and deliver a personalized learning program to meet your needs for skills maintenance, enrichment, professional development, and instructional coaching. We are your one stop shop for educational services!

IF YOU PROVIDE ASSISTANCE ONLINE, HOW IS THAT GOING TO HELP MY KID WHO IS ALREADY STRUGGLING WITH ONLINE LEARNING?

Our approach is individualized and catered to the unique learning needs of your child. In many online learning environments multiple students are presented with a “one size fits all” lesson. We begin each of our individualized learning programs with a needs assessment to find out the best way your child learns and to set learning goals. We then develop lessons and activities designed to specifically address your child’s unique preferences and priorities.

WHAT IS PERSONALIZED LEARNING?

Personalized learning is an approach where a learner’s needs are assessed, and a learning program is then developed based on that learner’s strengths, challenges, interests, and goals.

For teachers, this begins with a needs assessment and continues with goal-setting, performance indicator determination, and analysis of student/personal results.

Students also begin with a needs assessment. Both student and parent perspectives are taken into consideration. Then, a student-based action plan is set in motion.

I’VE BEEN A TEACHER FOR 20 YEARS. HOW CAN I BENEFIT FROM YOUR SERVICES?

Even the most effective and seasoned educators can still greatly benefit from a new approach to instruction, a thinking partner to brainstorm solutions to challenges, or an opportunity to learn about a new way to engage students. Make an appointment to speak with a member of our team to develop a plan of action to best meet your needs as a lifelong learner.

I’M A NEW TEACHER, AND I LOVE TEACHING, BUT SOMETIMES IT'S OVERWHELMING. CAN YOU HELP?

Absolutely! Many new teachers share this sentiment. Distinguished Practice is here to help. Our Mentors and Instructional coaches specialize in supporting new teachers in developing entry plans, curriculum mapping and creating classroom routines and procedures that promote student ownership.

MY CHILDREN ALREADY RECEIVE GOOD GRADES. HOW COULD THEY BENEFIT FROM DISTINGUISHED PRACTICE?

Any student can benefit from Distinguished Practice by taking advantage of our enrichment programming. Because we design all of our learning experiences with the needs of the student in mind first, we can customize an enrichment program in Mathematics, the Sciences, Literacy or Cultural Competence. Many parents have expressed a concern with the level of rigor afforded to their students through remote learning. To address these concerns, Distinguished Practice has created a curriculum to address the needs of advanced learners.