Student Example: Jordan

An 8-year-old thriving with autism spectrum disorder and sharing his love of dinosaurs

Disclaimer: Jordan is an illustrative example, not an actual student. This profile is created to help families understand how Siegel Academy might support a young child with similar needs.

Student Profile

Jordan found traditional elementary school overwhelming—the noise, the crowds, the unpredictable schedule. At Siegel Academy, his family found an environment that embraces his unique way of learning. With weekly therapy focused on social skills and sensory processing, Jordan has flourished.

Age 8 years old
Primary Diagnosis Autism Spectrum Disorder
Grade Level 3rd Grade
Academic Program Homeschool + Siegel
Study Location Home (Quiet Room)
Special Interest Dinosaurs

Jordan's Journey

Before Siegel Academy, Jordan's parents had tried three different elementary schools. Each time, the sensory overload, unexpected schedule changes, and social demands led to meltdowns. He was falling behind academically—not because he couldn't learn, but because the environment made learning impossible.

Now, Jordan learns from a quiet room at home where he can control his environment. He loves our Social Skills & Sharing Circles where he can share his encyclopedic knowledge of dinosaurs with other students. His confidence has grown tremendously, and he now looks forward to learning every day.

  • Weekly individual therapy focused on social skills and sensory processing
  • Biweekly mentor sessions to explore his interest in paleontology
  • Twice-weekly group sessions where his dinosaur expertise is celebrated
  • Biweekly Minecraft sessions—his favorite way to connect with peers!
  • Parent chat access for real-time support and coordination
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Sample Daily Schedule

Jordan thrives on predictability. His schedule stays consistent each day with visual timers and transition warnings built in.

Time Activity Type
8:00 - 8:30 AM Morning routine (visual schedule) Personal
8:30 - 9:30 AM Homeschool academics with parent (Reading) Homeschool
9:30 - 10:00 AM Sensory break (movement, fidgets) Break
10:00 - 11:00 AM Individual Therapy Session (Siegel Academy) Therapy
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Homeschool academics with parent (Math) Homeschool
12:00 - 1:00 PM Lunch & quiet time Break
1:00 - 2:00 PM Social Skills & Sharing Circle (Siegel Academy) - Jordan shares about dinosaurs! Group Class
2:00 - 3:00 PM Special interest time (dinosaur research, videos, books) Independent
Afternoon Parent can chat with teacher/therapist as needed Membership

Sample Weekly Schedule

Jordan's Siegel Academy sessions complement his homeschool curriculum with therapeutic support and social connection.

Day Siegel Academy Activities Time
Monday Group Session (Social Skills & Sharing Circle) 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Tuesday Individual Therapy Session 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Wednesday Mentor Session (biweekly, paleontology!) 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Thursday Group Session (dinosaur show & tell!) + Minecraft (biweekly) 1:00 - 2:00 PM, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Friday Free day (parent coordinates as needed)
Daily 24/7 Parent Chat Access (coordinate with teacher & therapist) Anytime

Sample Monthly Overview

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4 Therapy Sessions

Weekly individual therapy focusing on social skills, sensory processing, and emotional regulation.

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2 Mentor Sessions

Biweekly sessions exploring his dream of becoming a paleontologist—learning about real fossil digs and dinosaur scientists!

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8 Group Sessions

Twice weekly Social Skills & Sharing Circles where Jordan shares dinosaur expertise and celebrates discoveries with peers who appreciate his knowledge!

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2 Hours Minecraft

Biweekly Minecraft sessions—Jordan's favorite way to play with friends without the overwhelm of in-person social settings.

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Parent Chat Access

24/7 access for Jordan's parents to coordinate with teachers and therapist, share updates, and get support.

Jordan's Monthly Tuition Example

Jordan's family uses Siegel Academy as a therapeutic complement to their homeschool curriculum.

Monthly Services

Membership (includes 24/7 parent chat access to teachers and therapist) $200.00
Individual Therapy Sessions (4 sessions × $90/session) $360.00
Mentor Sessions (2 sessions × $30/session) $60.00
Group Sessions (8 sessions × $30/class) $240.00
Minecraft Groups (2 hours × $15/hour) $30.00
Monthly Total (Siegel Academy) $890.00

Note: This does not include homeschool curriculum costs. Financial aid is available for qualifying families. Membership fees can be waived for students with financial need.

Pricing Reference

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Membership

$200/month
24/7 chat access. Can be waived for financial need.

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Individual Therapy

$90/session
One-on-one sessions with a therapist.

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Mentor Sessions

$30/session
Life goal planning with a mentor.

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Group Classes

$30/class
Group therapy, Sharing Circles, Achievement Circles.

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Gaming Groups

$15/hour
Minecraft and fun connection activities.

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