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
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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
Chicago Public Library winter challenge: Learn to DIY
The challenge for Chicago students visiting a library over winter break is for them to learn to "Do It Yourself." Young readers who complete all of the activities before Jan. 7 will earn a prize. Check out some books and activities for inspiration … [Read more...] about Chicago Public Library winter challenge: Learn to DIY
How your donations to Cluster Tutoring help students learn
Many charities and nonprofits seek donations this time of year. Here's why a donation to Cluster Tutoring can make a real difference to a student's life: At the end of the 2018-19 tutoring year, 80 percent of Cluster students had made progress … [Read more...] about How your donations to Cluster Tutoring help students learn
Staff spotlight: Erin Agboola on seeing students succeed
Erin Agboola likes working with students of all ages, so it's no surprise that she enjoys helping students do tasks they didn't think they could do before. In her role as program coordinator of Project Next Step, Cluster Tutoring program for high … [Read more...] about Staff spotlight: Erin Agboola on seeing students succeed
