When kids read, they succeed.
Through third grade, children learn to read. From fourth grade on, they read to learn. Research shows that third-grade reading proficiency is a powerful predictor of later academic achievement. A student who is not at least moderately successful in reading by the third grade is unlikely to graduate from high school. When kids read, they can succeed.
Schools of Hope, a United Way-led initiative in partnership with Racine Unified School District, local businesses and community members, provides young children with tutors on a regular basis to increase reading achievement in the early grades.
We would like to thank the amazing support of our Schools of Hope tutors who have dedicated their time to provide tutoring sessions to our students. Since 2012, Schools of Hope tutors have provided over 28,000 hours of tutoring to first, second and third grade students in Racine and Burlington.
Join our Schools of Hope tutor team!
We are currently accepting volunteer applications for the 2025-26 school year. If you have a passion for supporting and encouraging young readers, this is the volunteer opportunity for you. Our SOH tutors work one-on-one weekly with a first, second or third grade student throughout the school year. Tutoring sessions are held during school hours at set times that align with the school intervention blocks. Tutors encourage early readers and support them through their literacy journey. As a tutor, your commitment is only 30 minutes per week. All training and supplies are provided. To learn more and to apply, click the button below!
See the videos below to learn more about the difference you can make as a Schools of Hope tutor.
Unable to volunteer but want to support Schools of Hope? Your tax-deductible donation provides training, resources and support so Schools of Hope tutors, students and teachers can succeed.