Welcome to Learning and Academic Support
Helping students with diverse learning needs become confident, independent learners in a Christ-centered, college preparatory environment.
Helping Every Student Thrive
We believe every student is uniquely gifted and called to pursue excellence.
Rooted in our Catholic mission, the Learning and Academic Support ("LAS") Department partners with students, families, teachers, and counselors to provide individualized support that fosters growth in faith, intellect, and character.
Our goal is to help students become confident, independent learners by developing the academic skills, executive functioning strategies, and self-advocacy needed to succeed in high school, college, and beyond.
Whether a student requires formal accommodations or targeted academic coaching, our team is committed to helping every Lion discover their God-given potential and thrive within our Christ-centered learning community.
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Two Pathways of Support
Every student's learning journey is unique. Whether your student has a documented learning difference or would benefit from additional academic coaching, JSerra offers personalized support designed to help students build confidence, strengthen essential skills, and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.
JSerra offers two levels of academic support to meet the diverse needs of our students:
Student Educational Resource Program (SERP) provides individualized accommodations and specialized support for students with documented learning differences.
Academic Coaching Program (ACP) offers executive functioning and academic coaching for students who would benefit from additional guidance in organization, time management, study skills, and learning strategies.
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Student Educational Resource Program (SERP)
Designed for students with documented learning differences who benefit from individualized accommodations and specialized academic support.
Students enrolled in SERP work with our Learning & Academic Support team to develop strategies for academic success while learning to become confident, independent self-advocates.
Students may receive:
- Individual Learning Plan (ILP) based on educational documentation
- Classroom and testing accommodations
- Executive functioning instruction
- Organization and study skills support
- Individual or small-group mentoring
- Collaboration among families, teachers, counselors, and support staff
Our goal is not simply to provide accommodations, but to equip students with the skills and confidence to thrive throughout high school, college, and beyond.
Academic Coaching Program (ACP)
Designed for students who would benefit from additional academic guidance and executive functioning support but do not require formal accommodations.
The Academic Coaching Program helps students strengthen the habits and strategies that lead to long-term academic success through individualized coaching and goal setting.
Students focus on skills such as:
- Time management
- Organization
- Study strategies
- Planning and prioritization
- Executive functioning
- Self-advocacy and accountability
Students are referred to ACP through JSerra's counseling and academic support teams based on individual need, allowing support to be tailored throughout their high school experience.
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A Partnership for Student Success
Supporting students is a collaborative effort. Our Learning & Academic Support team partners closely with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators to create an environment where students are challenged, encouraged, and equipped to reach their full potential. Through regular communication and individualized support, we help students develop the academic skills, confidence, and independence needed to flourish at JSerra and beyond.
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Taking the Next Step
Families interested in SERP are encouraged to connect with our Director of Learning & Academic Support, Lauren Yax, early in the admissions process. Together, we'll review your student's needs and determine the most appropriate pathway of support.
Admissions Process & Required Documentation
Families interested in the Student Educational Resource Program (SERP) are encouraged to begin the conversation early in the admissions process. Because every student's learning profile is unique, applications are reviewed individually to ensure we can provide the appropriate level of support for long-term success at JSerra.
Application Process
To be considered for SERP, families should:
- Submit an application to JSerra Catholic High School through the standard admissions process.
- Contact the Director of Learning & Academic Support to discuss your student's educational needs.
- Provide current psychoeducational documentation for review.
- Participate in an individualized review to determine whether SERP is the appropriate level of support for your student.
Admission to JSerra and acceptance into SERP are separate review processes, allowing our team to thoughtfully evaluate each student's needs and determine how we can best support their success.
Required Documentation
As part of the review process, families are asked to submit:
- A current psychoeducational evaluation completed by a licensed psychologist or qualified educational diagnostician
- Any applicable educational plans or accommodation documentation
- Additional academic records that may help our team better understand your student's learning profile
Because every student is unique, documentation is reviewed on an individual basis. If updated information or additional documentation is recommended, our team will communicate directly with your family throughout the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are there fees associated with LAS?
- Does a diagnosis from our family doctor qualify my student for LAS services?
- What testing is required?
- Will my student's middle school accommodations automatically transfer to JSerra?
- Will JSerra help my student apply for testing accommodations on the PSAT, SAT, ACT, or AP exams?
- Does my student need to take the HSPT to apply for SERP?
- Can my student receive HSPT accommodations?
- My student qualified for SERP. Can they choose the Academic Coaching Program (ACP) instead?
- Do I need to apply for the Academic Coaching Program (ACP), and what documentation is required?
Are there fees associated with LAS?
Does a diagnosis from our family doctor qualify my student for LAS services?
What testing is required?
Will my student's middle school accommodations automatically transfer to JSerra?
Will JSerra help my student apply for testing accommodations on the PSAT, SAT, ACT, or AP exams?
Does my student need to take the HSPT to apply for SERP?
Can my student receive HSPT accommodations?
My student qualified for SERP. Can they choose the Academic Coaching Program (ACP) instead?
Do I need to apply for the Academic Coaching Program (ACP), and what documentation is required?
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Stories of Growth and Success
Hear from families whose students have experienced the encouragement, guidance, and individualized care that define our LAS Programs at JSerra.
A freshman's journey from uncertainty to confidence, independence, and academic success.
The story of how personalized support helped one student rediscover the joy of learning.
How JSerra helped two siblings with different learning needs reach their full potential.
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The LAS Team
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Ready to Learn More?
Choosing the right educational environment is an important decision, and we're here to help. Whether you're ready to begin the admissions process or simply have questions about the Student Educational Resource Program, we'd love to connect with you.
Interested in applying to SERP?
Click "APPLY" to email our Director of Learning & Academic Support and begin the conversation about the admissions process.
Have questions?
We're happy to discuss your student's unique learning needs, explain the support we offer, and help you determine whether JSerra is the right fit for your family. Click "CONNECT" to email us today.
Each child learns a different way. SERP provides this support for my child and for all the students in the department.
- The "P" Family