Students are tutored through PLATO three hours a week and spend the remainder of their time with us hearing a Bible story and completing their homework. Twice a month our para-professional tutoring staff (all tutors must have at minimum 60 hours of college credit) meet with parents to provide progress reports and training on how to assist their children with their homework. A Certified teacher presides over the entire program to assure the State’s educational requirements are met.
In the end, it is our goal that students are empowered in their reading and math skills and parents are empowered to be a part of their child’s education. At the end of the pioneer year of this program, incredible strides have been made academically. For example, one first grader tested in at a mid-kindergarten level in both reading and math. After five months of tutoring, he was working at a mid-second grade level. It is exciting to see students accustomed to struggling through school get a taste of academic success and begin believing in their abilities!
Please pray that the students would continue to grow in character as they progress in academics.
Please pray that the students will learn perseverance, respect for others, and self-control.
Please pray that the "fruits of the Spirit" will grow in the lives of the students as they learn and have fun together.
For more information, e-mail Beverly Hale.