What is Peer Tutor? What do you do in Peer Tutor? Is it fun? If you're like me, you have asked these questions and more.
The Peer Tutors help the kids at our school with disabilities and who need extra help. Caleb Faber, a eighth grader, said that he became a Peer Tutor because he wants to help the students. McKay Dally, an eighth grader, said that he wanted to take it because he wanted to help out with sports and PE. Brynn Ross, a eighth grader, says, “I wanted to take [Peer Tutor] because it was something new and it sounded fun!” Ashley Eves, a seventh grader, said she became a Peer Tutor because she thought it would be fun to help others. Wesley Balmforth, a ninth grader, says he is taking the class because it is fun to interact with students in need.
What qualities do you think that you should have if you want to take Peer Tutor? Brynn Ross said that you have to be patient, and Caleb Faber said, “You have to be nice, patient, and caring.” McKay Dally said you should to be patient and nice. Ashley Eves said, “You have to be good with kids and patient.” Wesley Balmforth stated that you should be kind and patient.
What do they do in Peer Tutor? McKay Dally said that he is there when for PE, so he helps with sports. Ashley Eves says, “I help the students with math.” Brynn Ross said that she does science with them.
How has being a peer tutor changed these students? Wesley Balmforth said, “We get a different look at life.” Brynn Ross said, “I get to see life through others' eyes.” Caleb Faber explained that it helped him be a better person and become more patient. McKay Dally said that it is helping him become more patient, understanding and less judgmental. Ashley Eves said that it helps her be more patient with her siblings.
So that is peer tutor for you! McKay Dally said, “I would encourage others to take this class because it is important to learn the things you do in the class.” So if you're looking for a fun and rewarding class, take this class!