About TCLA Enrichment Center
TCLA Enrichment Center is an after school academic program in Marlboro, NJ, for 11 years. Our mission is to challenge and engage students, support their progress, and respect their intelligence while fostering collaboration with peers to build confidence and independence. Our center is distinct from its competitors because of the unique curriculum, which was designed by its founder, Virginia McDonald, a gifted and talented teacher for 40 years. She realized the need to support students in developing critical thinking skills. This curriculum was designed for students in lighthouse school districts whose curriculum is rigorous. The lessons are tailored for students who are at least on grade level.
The focus is on literacy - deep analysis and comprehension of selected literature, evidence-based responses to questions, and narrative and expository writing. Math and logical thinking courses are available, and individual tutoring is also an option. Instruction is delivered in a small group setting of 4-6 students, where each child receives individual attention, and the synergy of group discussions is elevated in small groups of engaged students.
All of our teachers have at least 20 years of teaching experience, are licensed by the State of New Jersey, and all hold degrees in Master of Education. They are given the flexibility to adjust lessons based on the needs of their students. Virginia McDonald was honored to receive the Teacher of the Year award from her elementary school, and Mrs. Marlene Debaere was honored on "The View" last spring as a consummate teacher. Her students presented her with gifts, and all audience participants were former students who sang her praises.
Our classes are offered in 10-week sessions: fall, winter, and spring. We also have a six-week summer session. The themes of the sessions are determination, fairness, justice, and family and friends. All stories support the theme. These classes are $470 for a ten-week session, paid by check or Venmo. We do not accept credit cards.
At TCLA Enrichment Center, our students enjoy the program and have been accepted into honors programs and magnet schools after participating in our enrichment classes. For more information about our services, call TCLA Enrichment Center today!