Figure 1.-- Most prep schools have academic programs which stress the basics. There is considerable stress given to reading and time is set aside in the schudle for the children to read.

There are a variety of reasons that the prep schools are successful. The home environment the children come from and a high level of individual attention are very important factors. These are factors that can not be duplicated in the state system. Another factor, however, is a stress on the basics--especially reading. Also appropriate discipline and orderly classrooms are important. These are matters which could be maintained in the state system. The children are expected to read and time is set aside in the school program during most schools for the children to read. Those children who have difficulties are identified early and give the appropriate assistance they need.

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