Boost in Reading

*Group enrollment is now open*

Boost in Reading will be based on the Orton Gillingham approach, Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program for Reading, Spelling, and Speech(LiPS), and Visualizing and Verbalizing Programs.  

The Orton Gillingham approach sees the child as an individual, using a multi-sensory approach, breaks down reading into smaller skills, and is designed to be flexible for implementation.  The contribution of the LiPS® Program is the development of an oral-motor, visual, and auditory feedback system that enables all students to prove the identity, number, and order of phonemes in syllables and words.  The Visualizing and Verbalizing® (V/V®) program develops concept imagery—the ability to create an imagined or imaged gestalt from language—as a basis for comprehension and higher order thinking. The development of concept imagery improves reading and listening comprehension, memory, oral vocabulary, critical thinking, and writing.

Whether your child has been identified with dyslexia, identified as a struggling reader/speller, reading or listening comprehension, behind peers, or just needs a boost this group will be perfect for your child.  Each lesson will be based on the tutor’s diagnostic notes from previous lessons about student errors. 

  • Group will be run by an Associate-in-training with the Orton Gillingham Academy 

  • What’s included in the group?  Screening if not already seen by a therapist (place in appropriate group), 1 day a week for 6 weeks, end of session zoom (progress and suggestions).

  • Size of group 2-6, groups will be based on levels.  Groups led by Kally Germano and Jennifer Stocks. Contact kally@kc-dt.com for pre-screening information or to register

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  • 1st graders

  • Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00 AM

  • Dates: June 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, and 15

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $270

  • 2nd-3rd graders

  • Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00 AM

  • Dates: June 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, and 15

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $270

Food and Friends

*Group enrollment is now open*

During this group, we will focus on executive functioning skills by planning meals and creating the meals. We will also practice trying new foods using a gentle and evidence based approach.  Led by Anna Huber, OT and Danielle Alba, OT. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register or anna@kc-dt.com for additional information. 

  • 7-10 year olds

  • Tuesdays, 11:00-12:00PM

  • Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22

  • Location: Olathe Kitchen

  • Cost: $360

Social/Self-Discovery Groups

*Group enrollment is now open*

Better Together

Who is ready to have some fun with friends this summer? This group will focus on social interaction with different activities and toys each week.  Group will respect every child’s unique strength, challenges, and preferences when providing toys/activities each week.  

Groups led by Kally Germano, MS Ed and Jennifer Stocks, LPC. Contact kally@kc-dt.com for questions. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register. 

  • Ages: K-2nd grade

  • Tuesdays, 11:00-12:00PM

  • Dates: June 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, and 15

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $270

ME!

Calling all young girls ready to unleash their inner strength and confidence! Join us for an empowering journey where you'll learn to embrace your uniqueness, build self-esteem, and develop leadership skills. Our fun and interactive sessions include: Self-Discovery, Confidence Building, Friendship & Teamwork, Creative Expression, and Leadership Development. 

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to grow, learn, and shine! Sign up today and let's empower the next generation of strong, confident, and empowered girls! Led by Kaylen Fletcher, OT and Jennifer Stocks, LPC. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register or jennifer@kc-dt.com for additional information.

  • Ages: 5th-7th grade girls

  • Wednesdays, 9:00-10:00AM

  • Dates: June 4, 11, 18, 25; July 9, and 16

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs 

  • Cost: $270

Music and Movement

*Group enrollment is now open*

Each group will be focused around learning dances (Cupid shuffle, line dances, things kids/teens might see at weddings or at school), but with deeper focus on motor imitation, coordination, and activity tolerance; rhythmic attunement, self and peer awareness. The group will focus on having fun with music and movement! This high energy group will be led Adam Schnacker, PT and Mallory Wilson, SLP and Board Certified Music Therapist. Contact adam@kc-dt.com for more information. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register. 

  • Older Group (11-17 year olds)

  • Mon-Fri, June 23-27, Showcase on Friday!

  • 6:00-7:00PM

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $225

  • Younger Group (5-10 year olds)

  • Mon-Fri, Aug 4-8, Showcase on Friday!

  • 4:00-5:00PM

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $225

Bike Riding

*Group enrollment is now open*

Summer time means bike riding fun! Come join our week long bike riding group! You can expect your child to learn about bike safety and receive 1 on 1 instruction on beginner level bike skills such as balancing the bike, pedaling, steering, and braking. Group will be led by Hannah Bowers and Leslie Lawson, physical therapists and many volunteers. Contact leslie@kc-dt.com for more information . Contact info@kc-dt.com to register. 

  • What to bring: Kids should bring their own bike, helmet, and water bottle.

  • June 2nd-6th  8:00-9:00AM

  • Who: limit of 8 kids

  • Who: Open to beginners only (kids not yet riding a two wheeler without training wheels)

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs and parking garage behind KC:DT (roped off for safety) 

  • Cost: $225

For more information or to register contact us via phone at (913)-449-9696 or email at info@kc-dt.com