Intervention Teacher:
Candice Wellensiek
This website is designed to help CCC students and parents find resources to support students in their academic goals.
Welcome to Your Child's Intervention Support Hub
Jefferson Academy Charter Schools
A collaborative space where school and home unite to support your child's academic journey. Together, we'll celebrate progress, share strategies, and build confidence every step of the way.
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Partnering for Success: How We Collaborate with Families
Team Approach
Intervention teaching thrives when school and home work together as partners. Your involvement makes all the difference in your child's learning journey.
Stay Informed
Regular updates keep you connected to your child's progress, celebrating wins and addressing challenges as they arise with timely communication.
Consistent Support
Together, we create a seamless support system that bridges classroom learning with home practice, ensuring consistency in strategies and expectations.
When families and educators collaborate effectively, students develop stronger skills, increased confidence, and a genuine love for learning. Your partnership is invaluable to your child's success.
About the Intervention Teacher
Meet Candice Wellensiek
Your child's dedicated intervention specialist serving kindergarten through 8th grade students. With specialized training in personalized learning strategies and positive behavior support, Candice brings expertise and heart to every student interaction.
Her commitment goes beyond academics—she focuses on building confidence, celebrating individual strengths, and creating customized pathways to success for each learner.
Personalized Plans
Custom-designed learning strategies tailored to each student's unique needs and learning style
Progress Monitoring
Data-driven approaches that track growth and adjust support to maximize student achievement
Whole Child Focus
Supporting academic, social, and emotional development for well-rounded success
What is Intervention? Understanding the Process
Intervention is a strategic, research-based approach designed to help students who need additional support to reach their full potential. Through Response to Intervention (RTI), we provide targeted assistance exactly when and where it's needed.
Tier 1: Universal Support
High-quality classroom instruction for all students with proven teaching methods and engaging curriculum that meets diverse learning needs.
Tier 2: Targeted Intervention
Small group instruction in the classroom for students needing additional support. Focused sessions address specific skill gaps identified through screening assessments.
Tier 3: Intensive Support
Individualized, intensive intervention implemented by Mrs. Wellensiek, for students requiring the most support. Highly specialized instruction with frequent progress monitoring and strategy adjustment.
Academic Focus Areas
  • Reading fluency and comprehension
  • Math fact mastery and problem-solving
  • Writing mechanics and expression
  • Study skills and organization
Behavioral Support
  • Self-regulation strategies
  • Social skills development
  • Attention and focus techniques
  • Positive behavior reinforcement
Data and assessments guide every decision. Regular progress monitoring ensures interventions are working, and we adjust our approach based on your child's response to ensure continuous growth.
Communication Channels: Stay Connected
Open communication is the foundation of our partnership. Multiple channels ensure you're always informed, involved, and empowered to support your child's learning at home.
Monthly Newsletter
Comprehensive updates featuring classroom activities, intervention strategies being used, upcoming focus areas, and success stories. Delivered digitally to your inbox on the first Friday of each month.
School-Home Notes
Regular progress notes tracking your child's effort, and academic achievements. These quick updates celebrate wins and identify areas where additional home support can make a difference.
Direct Messaging
Quick questions? Need clarification? Send messages to my email for prompt responses - [email protected]. Most inquiries receive replies within 24 hours during the school week.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Scheduled twice yearly, with additional meetings available upon request to discuss progress, strategies, and goals in depth.
Progress Reports
Detailed assessments shared quarterly, showing growth patterns, skill mastery, and personalized recommendations for continued development.
Resources for Home: Tools to Support Learning
Empower your child's learning with these carefully curated resources designed to reinforce classroom intervention strategies at home. All materials align with evidence-based practices and are grade-level appropriate.
Printable Activities
Download customized worksheets, flashcards, and practice activities targeting reading, writing, and math skills. Updated monthly with fresh content aligned to current classroom focus.
Video Tutorials
Watch step-by-step demonstrations of intervention techniques you can replicate at home. Short, engaging videos cover phonics strategies, math manipulatives, and behavior support methods.
Recommended Websites
Access links to trusted, research-backed educational platforms offering interactive games, reading practice, and skill-building activities. All recommendations are free or low-cost resources.
Reading Support
  • Phonics games and decoding practice
  • Sight word flashcards by grade level
  • Reading comprehension question prompts
  • Book recommendation lists
Math Reinforcement
  • Fact fluency practice sheets
  • Problem-solving strategy guides
  • Math games for conceptual understanding
  • Real-world application activities
Writing Development
  • Graphic organizers for planning
  • Sentence starter prompts
  • Grammar and mechanics guides
  • Creative writing challenges

Pro Tip: Consistency matters more than duration! Even 10-15 minutes of focused practice daily yields better results than longer, sporadic sessions. Make it fun, celebrate effort, and watch your child grow.
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