Our school is designed for 9- to 14-year-old students in grades 4 to 8 who benefit from additional learning support for learning differences.
What is the school schedule?
Classes are held from 8:45 a.m. to 3:25 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and from 8:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday (early dismissal for teacher meetings/planning). Major holidays match the Portland School District calendar as closely as possible. 2009-2010 Gately Academy Calendar
What is the ratio of teachers to students?
Gately has one teacher for every eight or nine students. Some classes are smaller as the students' needs dictate.
Who are the staff members?
Gately is staffed by a director, seven certified teachers, a licensed clinical social worker, an art teacher/therapist and a teacher/counselor.
What classes are offered?
Gately offers reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, science, art, fitness, social thinking, organizational skills, keyboarding, a wide variety of enrichment courses, educational/cultural field trips and community service (where students integrate classroom learning with community volunteering).
Does Gately Academy incorporate Oregon benchmarks?
Yes. Reading, writing, mathematics, social science and science curricula prepare students to meet the Middle School Oregon State benchmarks.
How do students improve social skills?
Interpersonal skills coaching focuses on involving students as partners in positive problem solving.
Community meetings and student committees help build a strong learning community and reinforce positive social skills. Student body officers are elected every trimester, and each student is encouraged to participate in planning activities.
An active Student Ambassador leadership program encourages students to take a dynamic role in promoting their school to visitors and other students.
Can parents volunteer?
Yes! Many opportunities are available within the school and at Gately-sponsored community events. Parents are requested to volunteer 30 hours each school year (10 hours per trimester) in ways that suit their talents and schedules.
Is lunch provided?
Students bring their own lunches that do not require refrigeration or reheating.
Is there before/after school care?
No services for before/after school care are offered.
Are there classroom observations for parents?
Weekly visitations are available. Please contact our office to schedule a date.
How much is tuition and is there financial aid?
Tuition for the 2008-2009 school year is $13,700. Upon acceptance, a $2,500 non-refundable deposit is requested to secure enrollment. The balance is divided over 10 monthly payments. The deposit is pro-rated for students who are admitted mid-year.
Limited financial aid is available on a financial need basis. Financial aid covers approximately 40 percent of the annual tuition. Applications must be submitted by June 10 to be considered for the following school year.
Additional tuition reduction will be awarded to students who have an immediate household member employed by Providence Health & Services. (A current Providence photo ID is required.)
