Academic All Stars Program Full Time (4th–8th Grade)

Program Definition

ABA Path’s Academic All Stars Program is a Home Education Instructional Program designed for FES-UA scholarship students with unique abilities in grade levels 4-8. We provide structured and supportive learning experiences that align with the parent-directed home education plan while integrating strategies to promote academic growth, independence, and social development.

Our program is offered at our clinic B location and combines core learning instruction with enrichment activities that make learning engaging, hands-on, and enhance the home education experience. We are not a private school, public/charter school, or online-only program. This is a program that integrates learning activities in a structured environment, supporting your child’s growth with ABA therapy. To be eligible for enrollment in the Academic All Stars Program, your child must be receiving ABA therapy services through ABA Path.

Program Features & Eligibility

• Eligibility: FES-UA scholarship students participating in parent-directed home education

• Format: In-person instruction at ABA Path – 210 South MacDill Ave, Suite B, Tampa, FL

• Curriculum Selection: Chosen with the parent to meet the child’s developmental level and learning style

• Instructional Approach:

  • Group Instruction: 5 days per week of teacher-led instruction in small groups to encourage peer learning

  • Individualized Instruction: 1 day per week of one-on-one support with a certified teacher, tailored to the child’s goals

• Integration: Instruction may be adapted to align with the student’s ABA treatment plan

• Small Ratios: 1:5 teacher-to-student ratio, adjusted for individual support needs

Home Education Subjects

Instruction is tailored to focus on practical academic and functional learning skills while covering the foundations of Florida’s core standards:

• Language Arts & Reading: Sight word recognition, reading simple passages, story retelling, sentence building, and guided writing

• Mathematics: Money skills, telling time, simple multiplication/division, measurement, and problem-solving using real-world examples

• Science: Exploring weather, plants and animals, healthy habits, and simple experiments using hands-on activities

• Social Studies: Understanding community helpers, maps, cultural awareness, and learning about important historical figures in simplified formats

• Skills Development: Journaling, practicing conversation skills through reading and writing, using technology at a beginner level

Enrichment Programs

Enrichment activities give students extra ways to practice academics while keeping learning fun, interactive, and hands-on. Each activity is adapted for different ability levels so all students can participate and succeed.

• STEAM Play & Discovery – Simple building, science experiments, and sensory projects that encourage problem-solving, counting, measuring, and exploring cause-and-effect.

• Arts & Music – Drawing, painting, crafts, singing, and rhythm activities that support fine motor skills, language development, and early literacy (e.g., listening to song lyrics, following directions).

• Social Communication – Structured games and role-play that build turn-taking, communication, and functional language while reinforcing reading social cues and following instructions.

• Daily Living Skills – Activities like sorting, organizing, matching, following a routine, and practicing personal care tasks, all tied to functional reading (labels, signs) and applied math (counting, sequencing).

• Movement & Mindfulness – Yoga, stretching, obstacle courses, and playground games that incorporate counting, following step-by-step directions, and learning self-regulation strategies.

These enrichment opportunities blend academics with real-life skills, helping students strengthen literacy, math, communication, and problem-solving in meaningful, engaging ways.

Curriculum

We provide curriculum specifically for live instruction led by our teacher. Each child’s curriculum is carefully developed based on their unique learning needs, ensuring a personalized and balanced approach to academic growth. For independent academic work, programs such as Adaptive Minds or IXL may be used. Learners may continue using a program they have already been working with for independent academic work, as long as it is not remote instruction.

Academic Stations (Grades 4–8)

Academic Stations for upper elementary students are designed to strengthen core academics while supporting independence and real-world application. Activities are broken into manageable steps, with visual supports and structure to help students stay on task. Rotations keep learning active and allow students to practice skills in different ways.

Typical stations may include:

• Reading & Literacy Station – Reading passages or short books, answering comprehension questions with visuals, practicing vocabulary, and guided journaling.

• Math & Problem-Solving Station – Working with numbers through games, fact fluency practice, applied math tasks (measuring, time, money), and puzzles.

• Writing & Language Station – Sentence building, handwriting practice, spelling, and short writing prompts tailored to ability level.

• Science & Social Studies Station – Simple experiments, map skills, sorting/classification, or exploring history/science concepts through pictures and guided activities.

• Technology Station – Adaptive programs like IXL or Adaptive Minds that target reading, math, and problem-solving at each learner’s level.

Supports may include:

• Visual step-by-step instructions at each station.

• Clear routines and checklists for independence.

• Opportunities for peer collaboration with guided prompts.

• Positive reinforcement after completing tasks.

This structure allows students to apply academics in different formats, practice functional skills, and gradually build independence while staying engaged.

Class Structure & Daily Schedule (Grades 4–8)

8:30–8:45 – Morning Welcome Activity
Kick-off activity to transition into the school day.

8:45–9:00 – Morning Meeting
Group meeting to set goals, review the day, and build community.

9:00–9:30 – Academic Stations
Rotations with independent practice (handwriting, reading, math, science/history projects), hands-on learning, and technology-based learning.

9:30–9:40 – Movement Break
Stretching and energizing activities.

9:40–10:10 – Core Subject Block
Focused instruction in Reading, Math, Science, or History. Core subjects rotate daily to ensure balanced coverage across the week.

10:10–10:40 – Academic Stations
Second rotation of independent and small-group work.

10:40–10:50 – Movement Break
Quick brain break to reset focus.

10:50–11:20 – Core Subject Block
Second core subject focus. Rotation continues based on schedule.

11:20–11:30 – Movement Break
Transition break with light activity.

11:30–12:15 – Lunch

12:15–12:45 – Recess / Outdoor Play
Social play and physical activity.

12:45–1:15 – Enrichment Activity
Creative projects, STEAM challenges, or themed learning.

1:15–1:45 – Independent Academic Work
Self-paced practice using personalized curriculum (e.g., Adaptive Minds, IXL).

1:45–1:55 – Social Skills / Movement Break
Team-building activities to strengthen communication and social-emotional growth.

1:55–2:15 – Enrichment Activity
Additional focus on arts, music, or science-based projects.

2:15–2:30 – Wrap-Up & Reflection
Yoga, music, and daily reflection: “How was your day?”

Full-Time Enrollment Option

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

• Instructional Model: 5 days of small-group instruction plus 1 day of individualized support

• Curriculum: Developmentally appropriate, adapted to each child’s learning style

• Attendance: Mandatory with valid excused absences required

• Learning Format: Face-to-face, interactive instruction with integrated hands-on activities