SOAR: Specialized instruction providing Opportunities for daily success, which Allows our students to Reach their full potential.
Since 2011, Berean Christian School's SOAR Program has been helping students with language-based learning differences discover confidence and success in the classroom. As the first and only all-day, contained elementary dyslexia program in Knoxville and East Tennessee, SOAR provides specialized instruction that equips students to thrive academically while remaining fully engaged in the life of our school.
We recognize that students with dyslexia and other language-based learning challenges learn differently. That's why our team provides individualized support while maintaining high academic expectations and teaching the same grade-level curriculum as our traditional classrooms.
SPECIALIZED SUPPORT AT EVERY GRADE LEVEL
Elementary (Grades 1–5)
Full Time: Students who benefit from a fully immersive learning environment receive instruction in small classrooms where Orton-Gillingham reading methods and multisensory teaching strategies are integrated throughout every academic subject.
Part Time: For students who need targeted reading support but are successful in a traditional classroom setting, we also offer Orton-Gillingham reading instruction alongside their regular classroom experience.
Middle & High School (Grades 6–12)
As students grow, their support evolves with them. Middle and high school students receive individualized classroom accommodations and daily access to our fully staffed Learning Center, allowing them to continue building confidence and independence while succeeding in rigorous, grade-level coursework.
Why Early Intervention Matters
Reading and writing challenges can impact every area of learning. SOAR provides students with evidence-based instruction and practical strategies early, helping them develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed across all academic subjects for years to come.
Is SOAR Right for Your Student?
The SOAR Program serves students in grades 1–12 who:
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Have a primary diagnosis of a language-based learning difference, such as dyslexia.
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Demonstrate average to above-average cognitive ability.
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Experience significant difficulty with reading and writing in a traditional classroom environment.
Admission Requirements
An educational psychological evaluation is required for admission into the SOAR Program. Please note that the SOAR Program is not designed to meet the primary needs of students whose diagnosis is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), significant behavioral or emotional disorders, or intellectual disabilities.
We are pleased to be accepting applications to the SOAR program for this academic year. If you’d like more information, please fill out the inquiry form below or call 865-521-6054 ext. 433.
