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Bright ideas from our readers: Tutoring tips

Our readers share their suggestions for working with tutors.

Free tutoring under the No Child Left Behind Law

Your child may qualify for free tutoring, but you need to know your rights and ask questions to get the full benefit of the services the law requires.

Now or never: When to get a tutor

Tutoring is an option for an increasing number of families. It can help a struggling student or provide added enrichment.

Thinking of getting a tutor? Important questions to ask

Thoughtful questions will help you decide among an increasing number of options to find the right tutor for your child.

826 Valencia: A great example of giving to schools

Giving to schools can take many forms: volunteering, fundraising or even running for school board. A group called 826 Valencia is giving back by teaching kids that writing is fun.

Peers and professionals can help resistant teens learn to read

Does your teenager struggle with reading but resist your suggestions and support? Where can you turn for help? An expert has some ideas for you.

What's the Best Kind of Tutoring for My Sixth-Grader With LD?

My daughter has recently been tested for a learning difference in math and language composition (verb, preposition, adverbs, nouns, etc.). She is currently in a Montessori school in sixth grade but will be attending a charter school in the fall because she needs one-on-one help...

Resources to help gifted students

Check out these useful links to learn about appropriate curriculum for gifted students and how to support your gifted child.

How to get extra support from your school

After-school tutoring and conflict resolution are just two of the many ways schools can address the diverse needs of students.

Questions to Ask Tutors if Your Child Has LD

Asking the right questions can help you identify a tutor who's qualified to address your child's specific needs.

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