Medaille University Reading Center
Medaille's Reading Center offers literacy instruction to students in grades Pre-K through 12. Literacy specialists provide individualized instruction to children one-on-one and in small group settings.
Medaille University Reading Center Literacy Instruction
Medaille's Reading Center provides individualized literacy instruction to students in grades Pre-K through 12, both in one-on-one and small group settings.
Tutors complete a full informal assessment in the areas of reading, writing and word study before beginning instruction. Students receive individualized instruction designed to meet their distinct needs and parents are provided with a report reflecting the student's developmental levels, as well as areas of strength and need, at the end of the semester.
Whether participants need intensive literacy instruction or a semester of support to accelerate learning, our method of utilizing assessment-driven instruction meets the developmental needs of the students in our center in a unique and effective way. Sessions include tutoring focused on word recognition, decoding skills, comprehension strategies, fluency instruction, vocabulary development, word study and an emphasis on teaching writing skills.
Students respond well to the individualized instruction and attention they receive at the Medaille University Reading Center. Possibly one of the most important areas of improvement we see is in their confidence and motivation!
Reading Center Schedule & Fees
We offer three sessions throughout the year in the fall, spring and summer. Sessions run for 12 weeks during the fall and spring semesters, and for seven weeks during the summer. Days and times for each follow:
Fall & Spring Sessions
All Students (Grades Pre-K through 12): Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Summer Sessions (July through second week of August)
All Students (Grades Pre-K through 12): Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9 - 10:45 a.m.
Small Groups
Tuesdays & Thursdays, time TBD; meet in Medaille University Library (fees are determined by group)
Registration Fees (Reading Center Only)
Early registration dates - fall semester: 8/1, spring semester: 12/1, summer program: 6/1
One Student
Early Bird: $95
Regular: $100
Two Students
Early Bird: $140
Regular: $150
Three Students
Early Bird: $200
Regular: $210
Contact Us
Michelle Cefaratti, Ed M
Director, Literacy Program
Medaille University Reading Center
18 Agassiz Circle
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 880-2815
mac323@medaille.edu
Apply for Reading Center Literacy Instruction
Please allow two to three weeks after submitting an application to receive confirmation, registration deadlines and start dates. A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required at time of registration. Questions? Email Michelle Cefaratti at mac323@medaille.edu.
Resources
Parent Resources
Advice from PBS
Reading is Fundamental
Reading Rockets
Literacy Websites for Kids
EDHelper
Puzzlemaker
Reading A-Z
Starfall
Wordplays
Children's Books Author Websites
Jan Brett
Tomie dePaola
Mary Pope Osborne
J.K. Rowling
Dr. Seuss
Medaille Reading Center Location
The Reading Center is located at 77 Humboldt Parkway, third house from the entrance to the Buffalo campus. Parking is available in the front lot, directly in front of the Main Building, and behind the Humboldt houses, on the campus side. As you enter the Buffalo campus, make a left just after the stop sign, marked for visitor parking. For more information, please review the Medaille University Buffalo Campus map.
Hear from two of Medaille's education alumni!
Student 1: My teacher taught me how to solve problems.
Student 2: My teacher likes really good books.
Student 3: My teacher taught me how to learn.
In unison: Our teacher went to Medaille College.
Kristy Giardina, M.S.Ed.: My education at Medaille College gave me the opportunity to help my students change the world.
Student 1: My teacher taught the three Rs.
Student 2: My teacher taught me to respect everyone.
Student 3: My teacher went to Medaille College.
Katie Pomeranski, M.S.Ed.: My education at Medaille College gave me the opportunity to help my students change the world.