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- 1. The Big Idea If you give kids resources, relationships, and opportunities you can make a huge impact. Einstein said, You must be close enough to feel the We cannot change pain and frustration young people feel to understand what they need and how to the problems we help. face today, with the Once we have a better understanding of the needs, we have to commit to get thinking we used things in place to respond. The response shows young people that when we created they can rely on us and that we are there for them. them. In that relationship we can influence their lives for long term sustainable change. Then they can change the world. East Tech Lighthouse Academy Lighthouse Tutors This is a pilot project that represents a group of community partners working together to support students and challenge them to pursue their dreams, For more information or to volunteer please call Lighthouse Inc. 440.221.7716 Invest your time and your ideas to help us change their world.
- 2. You need to We need be consistent people that and have a heart for kids, are commited. patient, and willing to help us develop a program that works. Imagine for a moment. problems in English. It carries over to all the other classes, because Imagine you are a high school student. You reading is a critical part of all class are a freshman facing the Ohio Department work. of Education Graduation Tests. You are spending time in classes you don't understand and are goofing off Your reading and Math levels are almost so nobody will notice that you are five grade levels behind where you need to struggling. The time you spend in be. You are fearful of looking stupid, so you class is wasted. stay quiet in class falling further and further If only there were a way for you to behind. This issue is not just creating get the help you need in reading. We need 18 adults, who can give What does a tutor at least 3 hours during the school look like? day. At least one day a week. The truth is that any caring and commited adult can be an effective tutor. Many young people are struggling in math and english and The shifts are Monday -Thursday just need one on one or small group time to be able to get stronger. and can be done anytime from It is often a matter of being there for them to keep working till they can figure it out. 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. It can be a very rewarding experience.