User:Kcoreas1/Summer learning loss

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Summer programs
After-school activities and summer programs can play a role in combating summer learning loss. Studies have shown that if students are able to participate in organised academic activities during the summer months, they are less likely to experience the losses in academic skills and knowledge before the start of the next school year.

'''There are different kinds of summer programs available for students. They provide different activities and enrichment for students focusing on decreasing the achievement gap by developing their reading and math skills through the summer. These types of programs focus on the student's ability to retain the knowledge they have gained through the academic year. While some do provide students with the same curriculum used in their academic school year, there are other approaches that either contribute more or less of a school-based curriculum for their programs. There are programs that focus on what type of help students need most, developing a customized learning plan. Other programs focus more on preparing students for the upcoming school year and the new concepts they will be learning. Some programs serve as transition programs to help students move from elementary school to middle school, and middle school to high school, helping to smooth the transition. There are also programs that just solely have activities that students can participate in without any instructional time dedicated to improving the skills of students. . There are programs that are free or at a reduced cost so they are accessible to all students. Most of these free or reduced cost programs serve students that are low-income, first generation, or people of color.

'''While there is a large number of summer programs that are held in-person there are also many where students can participate while staying home. These are mainly centered around boosting reading skills. Inexpensive reading programs that reduce summer reading loss among low-income or at-risk students include giving kids books that interest them. While some programs produce good results, there is a concern that the results will not last unless at-risk students receive extra support during the school year. Studies have shown that summer programs are effective in improving students skills and helping students retain information. Most students have to attend summer programs for a few years in order for there to be a positive impact.