Who We Are Community Literacy Lab Microschool is a supplemental learning partner—not a school of record. We support and enhance your child’s existing education, whether they are homeschooled, in public or private school, or part of a hybrid program. Who We Serve We work with learners from a variety of educational settings who need extra support, enrichment, or skill-building in a structured, small-group environment. What We Offer Our program includes academic support, tutorin

Sometimes older kids need a break from screens just as much as younger ones. Between school, phones, gaming, and social media, it can be refreshing to step away and do something different for a while. At Community Literacy Lab Microschool, we encourage families to mix learning, creativity, and real-world experiences. Tweens and teens often enjoy activities that let them build, create, compete, and solve problems. Here are some ideas families in Sumter can try at home or with

Students at Community Literacy Lab Microschool explore exciting themed “Worlds." Each World lasts three weeks and integrates reading, writing, math, science, and history into a single immersive experience. These Worlds turn learning into an adventure. Every World connects academics to real life, helping students understand not just what they are learning—but why it matters. Strong Core Academics, Built on Proven Methods Our microschool combines research-based instruction with

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The Power of Shared Stories Reading together is more than just sharing a book — it’s about sharing imagination, connection, and discovery. Whether it’s a parent and child curled up with a bedtime story, siblings exploring a fantasy world, or students diving into a novel as a group, the experience brings people closer. When we read aloud with someone else, stories come alive in new ways. Voices change, questions are asked, and laughter and emotions are shared. It becomes a mom

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Community Literacy Lab is here to help you level up your math skills! 1. Not Showing Your Work: Solving problems in your head or writing...

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