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The National Tutoring
Association (NTA)
The NTA is a nonprofit member serving association. The NTA was formed in 1992 and
currently represents over 5000 tutors and tutorial administrators across the United
States and internationally. The NTA does provide tutor training and certification.
The Association for the Tutoring
Profession (ATP)
The ATP is a national association formed to provide a communication platform linking
tutors, tutor coordinators, and administrators who are committed to the development
of the independent learner. The ATP also provides training and certification for
tutors.
SES State
Contact List
Find your state department of education and state contacts for No Child Left Behind
Information and Supplemental Education Services Free tutoring eligibility for your
child.
Parental Information
and Resource Centers (PIRC)
PIRCs are funded by the U.S. Department of Education to give parents, educators,
and organizations that work with families information about SES and other options
that can help children succeed in school. Visit the site to find a PIRC in your
area.
Black Alliance for Educational Options
(BAEO)
BAEO focuses on increasing educational options for black children and informing
parents about parental choice and SES components of the No Child Left Behind Act.
Currently, BAEO is working in three cities — Detroit, Philadelphia, and Milwaukee
— to inform parents about SES.
National Coalition of Title I Parents
This organization provides information and training to parents, school districts,
and community organizations on issues surrounding Title I.
National Parent Teacher Association
(PTA)
This is a national volunteer organization for parents.
What Parents
Should Know About Title I Supplemental Educational Services
This set of tips for parents was developed by the Afterschool Alliance.
Education Week
This weekly newspaper covers national, state, and local education news.
A Child Becomes A Reader
Provides ideas for parents and caregivers for playing, talking, and reading with
children that will help them become good readers and writers.
Shining Stars: Kindergartners Learn to Read
You are your child's first and most important teacher. Use this booklet to help
your young child learn to read.
US Department of Education Sponsored Reports & Publications
Since the passage of No Child Left behind, the US Department of Education and their
selected research providers have released numerous studies and reports; many of
which discuss the effectiveness of tutoring in America.
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