Academic Resources
A variety of academic resources are available for selcted students at Downers Grove South HIgh School. On this page, you will find a brief description of each resource.
School Based Resources
Virtual Peer Tutoring NOW available - Falll 2020 Click here to access this support.
Grade level: Freshman
When offered: 8th pr. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Description:
Accountability, Independence, and Motivation. This group meets three times per week during 8th period with freshman students. Students receive support and assistance with time-management, self-advocacy, organization, and work completion.
Additional information:
Students need to be recommended and approved prior to enrollment
Contact person:
Tim Christy, Counselor
Grade level: All
When provided:
Varies
Description:
Students are matched with a volunteer staff member at DGS. Mentors assist with connecting students to school activities and resources.
Additional information:
Meeting times and location depend on the student and mentor's availability.
Contact person:
Diana Benoist, Student Assistance Coordinator
Click here for link to math tutor resource list.
Grade level: Freshman
Description:
Teachers and peer tutors sit down with your student and work on organization as well as homework completion/understanding of content. They also work collaboratively to check grades, set goals, and monitor their progress moving forward. Lastly, if your child simply needs "time" and a quiet space to work, we can provide that as well.
When provided:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 3:30-4:30
Additional information:
Students need to be recommended and approved prior to enrollment. More information at their website: https://sites.google.com/csd99.org/strive
Contact person:
Kristee Conrad, STRIVE Coordinator & Teacher
Grade level:
sophomores, juniors, and seniors
When offered: 8th pr. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Description: Students receive support and assistance with time-management, self-advocacy, organization, and work completion.
Additional information:
Students need to be recommended and approved prior to enrollment
Contact person:
Bill Skoubis, School Psychologist
Grade: All
Description:
Each academic department at DGS provides a resource for students to receive additional support.
Click here for information about each department resource.
When offered: Varies
Additional information:
Contact person:
Varies - Contact your student's teacher directly to find out how they can be supported academically.