Frequently Asked Questions

• -+ What is the service?
  
  To provide in home tutoring and educational mentoring for any child/adult who needs in-home tutoring.
• -+ What are all the specific programs/initiatives you have in mind?
  
  - In home tutoring for basic skills instruction for students at risk of failing school
  - In home tutoring instruction for basic skills and reinforcement of skills taught on a daily basis in schools
  - In home tutoring to provide enrichment and acceleration for students in low income families and all families
  - In home tutoring and educational mentoring for students to model and instruct acceptable school behaviors, conforming with homework, school, and classroom policies, conflict resolution, and overall school acceptable school behaviors
• -+ When will the activities be performed?
  
  After school, evenings and weekends in student's homes and/or small group settings
• -+ When will the activities commence?
  
  May, 2013 and ongoing from that date
• -+ Who from the organization will perform the activities?
  
  Joseph Siegel and individual tutors under Joseph Siegel's supervision and training
• -+ Why do they need this service?
  
  This service helps students to continue in school, pass subjects, and develop skills that will enable students to become successful citizens as well as enhance skills to enable students to reach their full potential, develop a positive self-image and self-esteem.
• -+ How can families sign up to participate?
  
  Contact Joe Siegel at (508) 641-1295 OR E-MAIL AT siegelspo@comcast.net .
• -+ How much does it cost?
  
  Charges will be on a sliding scale based on family need. Overall, the cost is $40 per hour but scholarships can be awarded. There are special group rates as well.
• -+ How does the service differ from the programs that are already out there?
  
  This service will provide educational tutoring in the home primarily for any family including those in need of financial assistance to attend. The goal will be to reinforce academics from schools and provide accelerated learning. In addition, it will be open to anyone. A major focus will be on skills, but also development of self-esteem and a positive self-image. Positive school behaviors will also be mentored. This service will be provided in the home with family support which is far different from many instructional programs offered after school or at individual businesses.