We transform academic frustration into passion.
Beliefs and Commitment
Our commitment to education is rooted in the belief that:
Every student deserves equitable access to superior educational opportunities.
Parental involvement is crucial to a child's academic journey.
Schools are responsible for meeting students' unique needs and ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Our commitment extends beyond academic achievement to include nurturing students as whole individuals within their educational communities. Our mission is to provide diverse students and families equitable access to high-quality education, culturally responsive educators, and comprehensive developmental support, ensuring their voices are recognized and respected. We also partner with schools to craft personalized educational strategies and accommodations that facilitate academic progress and social inclusion.
Our role is to guide students and their families through the educational landscape, affirming they are fully woven into the fabric of school life. We reassure parents that their children will succeed academically with our support, as we create an inclusive and collaborative ecosystem that embraces the school’s traditions and inspires learners of all backgrounds to thrive and unleash their full potential.
Our Approach
The North Star Academics approach is simple. Our educational therapy model is rooted in helping our students experience joy in learning. Our three-tiered approach supports students and their families in their academic pursuits throughout their tenure at school:
Skill Building
Skillset building focuses on developing a student’s executive functioning and core competencies. Our educational therapies enhance vital skills like emotional regulation, time management, organization, and metacognition. Our executive functioning coaching is tailored to boost adaptability and resilience in our students, equipping them for academic and lifelong success.
Academic Mastery
Academic mastery ensures our students are up to speed on core concepts and academic content. Our subject experts use your school’s online curriculum, or a fully accredited homeschool curriculum, to tailor instruction to the individual needs of each student.
Culture & Communication Stewardship
Culture and communication building helps bridge the gap between school and home. We advocate for students, ensuring they receive the academic support they need ad deserve. We also partner with schools to provide faculty trainings and classroom observations for improved student outcomes.
Academic Outcomes
96% of students meet their target goal grade(s) within 12 weeks
80% of students increased their cumulative GPA by a half-point or more
88% of students increased a letter grade in the subject they are being supported in
97% of families report that communication between home and school improved within 2 weeks
92% of our families report that students’ demeanor and attitude toward school drastically improved after 3 weeks
94% of families return to North Star for consecutive school years
90% of students showed an increase in school attendance within 3 weeks