Academics

Academic Support

List of 6 items.

  • Gold Star Learning Lab (Grades K - 8)

    ABOUT THE GOLD STAR LEARNING LAB
    The Gold Star Learning Lab, which is located on the lower school campus (Room 18) is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for students with unique learning needs. The Lab is staffed with master’s level learning specialists who are trained to help students reach their full academic potential and achieve success within The Benjamin School program. Learning specialists also provide assistance to teachers by offering direction on how to differentiate instruction for the varied learning needs of Benjamin students. The goal of the Gold Star Learning Lab is to give students the tools and strategies they need to be independent and responsible learners.
  • One-on-One Tutoring (Grades PK4 -12)

    ONE ON ONE TUTORING (GRADES PK 4-12)
    Individual tutoring by Benjamin teachers is available upon request. Students are paired with a faculty tutor to help meet their academic needs in a variety of subject areas, including math, reading, writing, study skills, Wilson/Fundations, and more.)

    Tutoring fee is $80.00 per hour.
  • BUC Club (Grades K-5)

    BUC CLUB (GRADES K-5)
    The Benjamin Lower School offers after-school small group, targeted academic support.  Students are referred by faculty members.
  • Neuromotor Readiness for Learning Screening (Grades PK4 - 5)

    NEUROMOTOR READINESS FOR LEARNING SCREENING (GRADES PK 4 - 5)
    Research shows that immature motor skills and postural instability have a direct correlation to educational achievement. Therefore, The Benjamin Lower School offers a screening that helps identify immature motor skills and postural instability. Students are referred by parents and/or faculty members.
  • MIDDLE SCHOOL LEARNING LAB (GRADES 6-8)

    MIDDLE SCHOOL LEARNING LAB (GRADES 6-8)
     6 - 8)The Middle School Learning Lab, which is located on the middle school campus (Room 47)
  • ETC - Extra Time Classes (Grades 6, 7, 8)

    ETC - EXTRA TIME CLASSES (GRADES 6-8)
    Benjamin Middle School offers an after-school study hall. It is open to all middle school students Monday through Thursday 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. throughout the school year. ETC is supervised by middle school teachers, and support is available in middle school academic areas of study. Students are required to sign in, and they must be signed out by a parent or guardian.

Meet the Staff

List of 9 members.

  • Photo of Susan Poncy

    Mrs. Susan Poncy 

    Director of Student Services PK3-8
    (561) 472-3434
  • Photo of Suzanne Ball

    Ms. Sue Ball 

    Student Services PK3-3
    (561) 626-3747 Ext 3018
  • Photo of Kari Rankine

    Mrs. Kari Rankine 

    Student Services 4-8
    (561) 626-3747 Ext 3327
  • Photo of Shannon Reagan

    Mrs. Shannon Reagan 

    LS Learning Specialist
  • Photo of Tamara Rice

    Mrs Tammy Rice 

    LS Learning Specialist
  • Photo of Gina Barker

    Mrs. Gina Barker 

    MS Learning Specialist
    (561) 626-3747 Ext 3016
  • Photo of Renea  Yates

    Dr. Renea Yates 

    Student Services 9-12
    (561) 472-5998 Ext 2427
  • Photo of Melissa Rizzitano

    Mrs. Melissa Rizzitano 

    US Learning Specialist
  • Photo of Samantha Speier

    Ms. Sam Speier 

    US Learning Specialist
A premier PK3 - Grade 12 independent, coeducational day school with campuses in North Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. Since 1960, The Benjamin School has provided a challenging college preparatory education to a diverse student body in a structured, nurturing community environment.
 
After hours emergency contact:
Leslie Downs/Chief Operating Officer
Ph:  561.657.0075 or 561.747.0585