Cross-age tutoring is a powerful model for improving student performance — for both tutor and tutee. Research shows mainstream and minority students post far greater increases in academic achievement when they participate in collaborative learning than in traditional teacher-focused classrooms. Cross-age tutoring also fosters strong peer relationships, encourages social and intellectual development, promotes self-esteem and communication skills, and develops creative and critical thinking.

Learning Together gives cross-age tutors the training, structure and support they need to get measurable results as they build caring bonds with younger students. Tutors also have the opportunity to practice and strengthen their own skills. Benefits to cross-age tutors include gains in reading and/or math skills, enhanced peer relations, improved classroom behavior and attendance, and gains in independence, cooperation and organizational skills.

Our programs also may be implemented with adult tutors, including: community or corporate volunteers; family members; high school or college students; student teachers; or paraprofessionals. Choose the tutor model that works best for your district.

"Qui docet, discit" (He who teaches, learns) —Comenius