STAR Tutoring, a new tutoring program is now available to Los Angeles County kids at 30 LA County Library locations.
The free, in-person STAR Tutoring program was designed for students in grades 1 to 6 and includes both reading and math support.
“Los Angeles County is proud to launch the STAR Tutoring program through our County libraries, to help support our students and build resilience in their reading and math skills,” said LA County Board Chair and First District Supervisor Hilda Solis.
“At a time when our families continue to navigate through unprecedented times, having academic support in a safe space like our libraries is vital. Together, we continue to expand access to resources while helping our students with the tools they need to thrive,” Solis added.
STAR Tutoring is structured into three sessions: Spring, Summer and Fall, officials announced. Tutoring sessions will be conducted in small group formats, and families can choose to focus on math or reading for each session, allowing support to be tailored to individual learning needs.
“STAR Tutoring reflects our commitment to meeting students and families where they are and supporting learning year-round,” said Skye Patrick, County Librarian and Director of LA County Library.
“By offering tutoring in reading and math across the Spring, Summer, and Fall, we are able to provide consistent, high-quality academic support that complements classroom learning and responds to individual student needs. We are deeply grateful to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the County of Los Angeles for their continued support, which makes it possible for us to deliver these vital services to our neighbors,” Patrick added.
Tutoring through the program is free, but advanced registration is encouraged as space may be limited and availability may vary by location. Funding for the service was provided by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, Care First Community Investment, and the LA County Justice Care and Opportunities Department.
More information on the program and a list of the participating library locations is available at lacountylibrary.org/star-tutoring/?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term= .