PVI SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
PVI has two academic assistance programs for students grades 9-12.
-The DeSales Learning Center (DSLC)
PVI offers academic support to students who have learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder and who are mainstreamed in college prep classes
-The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)
PVI offers study skill instruction and reinforcement of skills and concepts for students enrolled in the demanding college prep courses at PVI
REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR PVI SPECIAL PROGRAMS
ACADEMIC CENTER for EXCELLENCE (ACE) AND DESALES LEARNING CENTER (DSLC)
A limited number of applicants may participate in the PVI Special Programs which provide
academic assistance for students during their school day.
Parents can find application/registration information for these Special Programs, the Academic
Center for Excellence (ACE) or the DeSales Learning Center (DSLC), by going to FAQ on the menu
of this page.
A description of the specific student records required for admission to the DeSales Learning
Center can be found by going to Photos/Documents on the menu of this page.
For more information about the PVI Special Programs, contact:
Mrs. Eileen Hanley, Director of Admissions, ehanley@paulvi.net
Mrs. Anita Johnson, Director of Special Programs, ajohnson@paulvi.net 703-352-0925 ext.338
MISSION STATEMENT
PVI SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE and DeSALES LEARNING CENTER
Special Programs teachers are dedicated to providing PVI students with the
tools by which they can better accomplish their educational goals. Special
Programs students develop as active and independent learners through lessons
in organization, time management, and study strategies. Special Programs
teachers encourage students to discover their learning strengths, to build
self-confidence, and to become self-advocates. During Special Programs
classes, teachers assist students with essays, projects, homework, and quiz
or test preparations assigned in student mainstream classes. For students
with documented learning disabilities, Special Programs teachers identify
appropriate classroom accommodations. Special Programs teachers work with
parents, counselors, and classroom teachers to help students experience
academic success with a challenging high school curriculum.
Be a PVI Panther for a Day
Students interested in attending PVI may visit PVI as a guest. Visitors may follow the class
schedule of a student host for a portion of the school day. Visitors will tour the school and
will experience a school day's activities at PVI. To make an appointment for a guest day at PVI,
parents should contact the Director of Admissions, Mrs. Eileen Hanley.
Eligibility for Accommodations and Extended Time on Exams
Dear Parents,
If you gather new psycho-educational documentation for your ACE or DSLC student during the
year, please inform the Special Programs Department and the Guidance Department.
All students with documented learning disabilities must have documentation on file in the PVI
Guidance Department to receive support services and accommodations, such as extended time on tests and semester exams.
Any student who has documentation on file and who is receiving accommodations should complete
the SAT eligibility form by the end of freshman year. Sophomores and Juniors who have not
contacted the Guidance Department to establish eligibility for accommodations should complete
the SSD Eligibility Form now. Please plan ahead! It takes several weeks to process this form.
Eligibility will remain in effect until a student graduates.
The ACT also offers testing accommodations. A student is required to fill out one eligibility
form and one registration form for each ACT testing date.
All eligibility and registration materials are available in the Guidance Office.
For more information, contact PVI Guidance Counselor, Mr. Kochis, ext. 317.
Thank you.