| Frequently Asked Questions | |||
| What is SMART Tutoring? | A structured, intensive tutoring program designed to help students who are either below grade level, struggling in literacy or English learners. It uses evidence-based curriculums that focus on students' literacy gaps. | ||
| How does it work? | Experienced Teacher/Tutors lead no more than six students at a time in online tutoring sessions for four days a week in 45-60 minute sessions. It provides basic, fundamental instruction in phonics, grammar, writing and literature. Think Sylvan or Huntington tutoring programs. | ||
| Who is the program aimed at? | Students in second through eighth grade with demonstrated literacy gaps and students who attend Title I schools or who can demonstrate financial need. | ||
| How do I know it will work for my child? | Our students show an average Reading Lexile increase of 350 points over 8-9 months. | ||
| Will my child still get homework help? | Yes, as time allows. | ||
| I'd like for my child to take fine arts lessons in piano, violin, brass, ballet, art or music appreciation? | Not a problem. It's included in the program. | ||
| How much does SMART cost? | It's free for low-income students and at a reduced market rate for middle-income students. | ||
| Are there any requirements? | Yes. Students must attend at least 80 percent of the sessions offered in order to receive the scholarship. | ||
| How can you offer scholarships? | Through funding from the NC Department Public Instruction, Charlotte COVID-19 Response Fund and other supporters. | ||
| How can I learn more? | Email info@charlottecsa.org or call 704.372.3742. |
