FiftyForward RSVP
"I've watched students of FLIP volunteers close learning gaps as well as gain self-esteem and improve school behavior. These miracles happen because FLIP tutors are dedicated and dependable school partners."
Dottie Critchlow, Principal of Hickman Elementary
Help children build their self-confidence. Become a FLIP volunteer!
Call
743-3422
Friends Learning in Pairs (FLIP) is an intergenerational volunteer tutoring program sponsored by RSVP. FLIP has provided support in public schools since 1993.
In Davidson and Williamson counties, hundreds of children in kindergarten through fourth grade struggle in the areas of reading and reading comprehension. A FLIP tutor provides the individual support, encouragement, and friendship these young students need.
FLIP volunteers support students through weekly, one-on-one tutoring sessions. Tutors are assigned the same students for the entire school year, so students and tutors are able to form mutually beneficial friendships.
Click here to view a list of our partner schools.
Join other FLIP volunteers today!
FLIP tutors come from all walks of life and professional backgrounds. What ties these wonderful older adult volunteers together is their eagerness to respond to the needs of the children and schools in their community.
The majority of FLIP tutors have never taught in a formal classroom, but they are passionate about helping children.
When you sign up to be a FLIP tutor, you receive:
- Training from FLIP staff and literacy coaches
- Training at quarterly workshops
- In-school support from literacy coaches
- Books, materials, and additional tutoring resources
To get started, go to the "I Want To Volunteer" page or contact:
Sandra Thomas, RSVP-FLIP Associate Director
615-743-3422
sthomas@fiftyforward.org
