Brightmont Academy’s One-to-One Model Helps Students with ADHD Thrive

April 14, 2025

Private School in Mendota Heights Specializing in One-to-One Instruction for 1st-12th Grade Students


Mendota Heights, MN — Between 32% and 35% of teens with ADHD will drop out of school before graduation, a stark statistic that highlights the challenges these students face in traditional learning environments. Brightmont Academy, a nationally accredited private school, offers a proven alternative: a one-to-one instructional model tailored to each student's learning needs, helping them build confidence and excel academically. Brightmont creates a structured yet adaptable environment that minimizes distractions and fosters engagement, providing students with the tools they need to succeed.


This method is especially beneficial for students with ADHD, who often struggle with traditional classroom settings and benefit from customized learning experiences. "Brightmont’s one-to-one instructional model is designed to reduce distractions and meet each student’s unique needs," says Michelle Platt, Campus Director of Brightmont Mendota Heights. "Our teachers form strong bonds with their students and make accommodations throughout the day to strengthen their learning, whether it’s providing short breaks, using text-to-speech tools, offering audiobooks, or creating quiet spaces.”


Brightmont also prioritizes collaboration with parents to develop personalized education plans. "I reassure parents that our teachers have extensive experience working with children with various learning differences, including those diagnosed with ADHD," explains Platt. "In our first meeting, we discuss academic goals and how Brightmont can help achieve them. As a campus director, I collaborate with our academic team and teachers to create an optimized schedule, curriculum, course load, pacing, and roadmap customized to each student’s goals and needs."


The positive impact of Brightmont is evident not just in academic success but also in students’ enthusiasm for learning. "I measure success by the happiness of our students, and the gratitude of the families," says Platt. "Many of these students felt misunderstood, inadequate, or avoided school in the past. These same kids come to school excited, feel cared for, and safe. So many of my students tell me the same thing, ‘I like it here.’”


Brightmont Academy is located at 720 Main Street, Suite 101 in Mendota Heights, and is currently accepting enrollments. Families and professionals are invited to attend an Open House event on Thursday, April 17th, 2025, between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.


Brightmont Academy is an accredited private school that provides one-to-one instruction. One experienced teacher works with one student throughout every learning session. Customized full-time programs and individual courses are offered for grades 1-12. Students can also receive individualized tutoring for all 1-12 subjects, study skills, and test prep. Brightmont Academy has served thousands of students since 1999 and has 20 campuses in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington. For more information call 1-888-521-0887 or visit: www.brightmontacademy.com.


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