High-impact tutoring is a proven solution for learning loss and addressing educational gaps in underserved schools. Students and school districts alike benefit from implementing high-impact tutoring in the classroom.
The Personalized Learning Initiative (PLI) from the University of Chicago reveals how structured, high-dosage tutoring can close learning gaps, especially for underserved students. Partnering with PLI, Saga Education supports evidence-based tutoring models that improve academic outcomes. Key strategies include strategic scheduling, stakeholder buy-in, and tracking attendance—ensuring students benefit from consistent tutoring. Through Saga Consult, schools can scale these impactful programs tailored to their needs.
Saga’s partnership with Indeed Job Academy in preparing tutors for their future careers, aligning with Saga’s mission to create lasting change in education. By investing in its tutors, Saga is not only building the teaching pipeline but also empowering its tutors to explore new career opportunities, ultimately contributing to a stronger, more diverse educational landscape.
High-impact tutoring, as defined by Saga Education, is a data-driven, evidence-based approach that involves trained tutors providing personalized, small-group sessions during school hours. This method is designed to supplement classroom instruction, helping students close educational gaps, boost academic performance, and develop confidence. The blog highlights the importance of consistent tutor-student relationships, ongoing tutor training, and coordination with educators to ensure impactful outcomes, particularly for students facing significant academic challenges.
New white paper from Saga Education explores how AI can revolutionize tutoring & education. AI offers personalized learning, improves teacher training & provides data for educators. The paper offers insights for district leaders to integrate AI & prepare schools for the future of AI-driven learning. Download the full white paper to learn more!
Even though ESSER funding is running out, alternative funding sources are available for tutoring programs, including Title I funds, AmeriCorps grants, Federal Work-Study programs, Hawkins Grants, and Department of Labor apprenticeships. High-impact tutoring can significantly improve graduation rates, especially by focusing on interventions in grade three literacy and ninth-grade algebra. Tutoring pays off financially for schools: Retained students generate more per-pupil funding. The most successful tutoring programs embed tutors within the classroom structure, creating a strong connection between tutors and teachers.
