Programs

Speed Reading

  • Grades9-12
  • DatesJanuary 21, 2025
  • Price$275 / $595
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Are you ready to unlock the power of accelerated reading and elevate your academic performance? If so, Speed Reading is for you!

Imagine reading faster while understanding and retaining more. This course introduces high school students to speed reading techniques designed to help manage heavy reading loads in school, excel in AP exams and standardized tests, and prepare for the challenges of college and beyond. Speed reading enhances focus, comprehension, and efficiency, empowering students to tackle assignments, process information quickly, and stay ahead in academic and professional settings. Whether you’re preparing for exams or just want to sharpen your skills, this course is a step toward unlocking your full potential as a reader.

Students can choose between a 6-hour Crash Course on the basics of Speed Reading or an 18-hour course that provides comprehensive instruction. All instruction is one-on-one and scheduled by the students. Upon registering, students will receive a link to schedule their sessions during Block 2, lunch and flex, or Block 3 of the school day. The recommended pacing for both options is to schedule two sessions / week.

Speed Reading: Essentials in a Snap (6 Hours of Instruction)

Jumpstart your reading speed and efficiency with the Introduction to Speed Reading course. In just a few sessions, you’ll learn core techniques to navigate dense material quickly and effectively. This course sharpens critical thinking, enhances time management, and equips you with skills to boost your academic performance.

Mastering Speed Reading: The Complete Course (18 Hours of Instruction)

In this comprehensive Speed Reading course, you’ll explore the foundations and science behind accelerated reading, discovering how the brain processes text and achieves reading efficiency. By mastering proven techniques and understanding cognitive principles, you’ll develop lasting skills to tackle complex texts, enhance critical thinking, manage time effectively, and achieve academic success. Ready to unlock the power of accelerated reading and elevate your academic performance? This course is for you!

Dates & Times

Sessions will be scheduled during Block 2, Lunch/Flex, and Block 3
Sessions begin in January, 2025

Program Instructor

Rachael McNeely, Upper School Lab, Parish Episcopal School