Overview of AIM Programs

aim literacy interventions

Our team of literacy interventionists lead small group and 1-on-1 interventionists to support students in strengthening their reading, writing and speaking skills. Utilizing research-based methods including Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) by Fountas & Pinnell and Just Words by Wilson Language Training, interventionists meet students where they are and provide individualized support.

Literacy Interventionists:

  • Jennifer Clesen

  • Stephanie Kischuk

  • Dr. Rachel Lesinski

aim math interventions

AIM Math Interventions are all about building foundational math skills in order to help students feel more confident and prepared for grade-level math classes. The math interventionists utilize the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) method to help students better understand abstract mathematical concepts through a variety of hands-on activities. Extension & practice is available via the Freckle platform.

Math Interventionists:

  • Nicholas Custodio

  • Stacy Custodio

  • Mindy Newman

  • Kim Palmer

aim resource

AIM Resource is a guided study hall that allows students to have quick and easy access to a variety of support systems at GCHS. At the heart of AIM Resource, though, is the focus on strengthening students' executive functioning skills. Through whole-class, small-group and 1-on-1 sessions, students develop strategies for organization, emotional regulation, self-advocacy, and study/testing skills.

AIM Resource Staff:

  • Reggie McClure, Program Assistant

  • Leigh Cavanaugh, Executive Functioning Interventionist

  • Danielle Christopherson, Executive Functioning Interventionist

aim resource

This course provides a supportive, small-group learning environment to help students make progress toward graduation and plan for a smooth transition beyond high school. All enrolled students will participate personal goal setting. Time will also be allotted for students to receive assistance with the completion of course assignments, and preparation for assessments.

AIM Resource II Staff:

  • Janis Hope, Program Assistant

  • Leigh Cavanaugh, Executive Functioning Interventionist

  • Danielle Christopherson, Executive Functioning Interventionist

rams block aim study

Rams Block AIM Study is a guided study hall that students are placed into in 6-week intervals based on their academic grades and behaviors. Students have grade check-ins with the teacher and can be pulled into other AIM programs during this time for additional academic support. This period is scheduled in the place of a student's Ram Block period & allows them access to the MARC, Write Room & teachers' office hours. Students will still attend all mandatory Rams Block lessons during this time.

Rams Block AIM Study Staff:

  • Pete Armata, Program Assistant

  • Leigh Cavanaugh, Executive Functioning Interventionist

  • Danielle Christopherson, Executive Functioning Interventionist