The camp utilizes a proven mastery-based approach with individualized instruction to ensure students build strong academic foundations and confidence.
The Dallas College - Gideon Math & Reading Camp, also known as Beacon Hill Reading and Math, offers elementary students a structured, mastery-based approach to strengthen fundamental academic skills. The program focuses on improving reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing strength, alongside enhancing math accuracy and confidence. Campers engage in individualized skill-building exercises designed to create a solid academic foundation. The math curriculum progresses from basic number sense through high school geometry, emphasizing computational mastery, speed, and accuracy through sequential booklets and oral fact practice. The reading program introduces letter recognition, phonics, and comprehension exercises to promote better learning with context and repetition. The camp aims to build confidence, develop focus, and prepare students for future academic challenges by ensuring each step is mastered before moving on.
A typical day involves structured, mastery-based practice in reading and math, with individualized skill-building exercises.
This camp is ideal for elementary students looking to build strong academic foundations and improve confidence in reading, vocabulary, comprehension, and math accuracy.
Cedar Valley Campus (Dallas College)
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