It takes a little effort, but students can still engage in learning activities while school -- and Cluster Tutoring -- are canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This certainly isn't an all-inclusive list of what's available online, but it's a … [Read more...] about How kids can learn when they’re stuck at home
Summer programs available for teens
Museums, libraries, and other organizations in Chicago offer summer learning opportunities for teenagers in the form of internships, jobs, and other programs. Many offer payment or stipends, or the chance to earn a college scholarship. There are also … [Read more...] about Summer programs available for teens
Senior spotlight: Kaleb reaps tutoring’s benefits
High school senior Kaleb and his tutor, David Wilson have had to juggle Cluster Tutoring with Kaleb's busy schedule on three sports teams and at a part-time job. But even though they sometimes had to meet on weekends, they always managed to make a … [Read more...] about Senior spotlight: Kaleb reaps tutoring’s benefits
Story Time offers opportunity to display reading skills
What's more satisfying than reading books to young kids? Cluster students can brush up their own reading and performance skills and share favorite stories at the same time during Story Time. Story Time is held during the last half hour of tutoring … [Read more...] about Story Time offers opportunity to display reading skills
Senior spotlight: Antonio is ready to soar
Ever since high school senior Antonio first rode on a plane, he has wanted to be a pilot. With help from his tutor, Stan Birnbaum, he's mastered enough math to fulfill that dream in the fall when he starts learning to fly. "I was 8 years old when … [Read more...] about Senior spotlight: Antonio is ready to soar
Children’s books win top honors
The American Library Association has announced the winners of the most prestigious awards for children’s and young adult literature for 2020 with its Youth Media Awards. The books and other forms of media range from stories about the struggles of … [Read more...] about Children’s books win top honors
