Academic Support
Supporting Every Student’s Path to Academic Success
The Academic Support Center provides support for students with diagnosed learning differences, medical conditions, or emotional challenges. Our goal is to equip students with the tools and strategies they need to succeed academically in a structured and compassionate environment.
Who We Support
We offer services for students who:
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Have a current diagnosis related to a learning, medical, or emotional issue
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Submit a valid educational evaluation (conducted by a licensed clinical psychologist within the past three years)
If your child needs updated testing, we’re happy to recommend trusted psycho-educational evaluators. Please contact one of our Academic Support Specialists with any questions using this email: asc@tka.org
What We Offer
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Three full-time Academic Support Specialists and a full-time Testing Proctor
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Individualized Service Plans tailored to your student’s specific needs
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Ongoing communication with educational testing evaluators
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Progress monitoring and academic planning adjustments
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Coordination of conferences between parents, students, and teachers
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Collaboration with Academic Counselors and the Dean of Students
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Standardized testing accommodations (College Board approved)
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Specialized organization strategies and tools
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Private tutoring references
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Trained proctoring for on-site testing
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Referrals for psycho-educational testing
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Emotional or medical-based academic support (as needed)
Common Student Accommodations
Depending on eligibility and documented needs, students may receive:
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Extended time on assignments and exams
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Small-group or quiet environment testing
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Use of laptops or calculators for tests and writing
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Access to teacher notes and study guides
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Preferential classroom seating
Program Cost
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$750 Annual Fee
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Financial assistance available — please contact the Business Office for more information.
Meet Our Staff
Academic Support Resources
Educational Testing Resources
(Peer tutoring resources, such as National Honor Society tutors, are located on the Parent & Student Resource Page linked in Family Portal under "Resource Documents"