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Academic Achievers Program

Free Literacy Tutoring for Children

Personalized academic tutoring for children in grades K-5, with 3 locations throughout Tampa.

 

Register Your Child
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Academic Achievers Program

Free Literacy Tutoring for Children

Personalized academic tutoring for children in grades K-5, with 3 locations throughout Tampa.

Register your children

What is Academic Achievers?

At ReDefiners, we believe every child deserves the chance to become a confident reader. That’s why our Academic Achievers Program offers personalized, one-on-one English literacy tutoring for elementary school students in Hillsborough County who need extra support. 
Whether your child is struggling with phonics, comprehension, or vocabulary, our dedicated team is here to help them meet — and exceed — grade-level reading goals.
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Program Information

What to expect

Students reading level will improve within 8 sessions

Students must have access to a device with internet at home

Schedule

1 hour sessions with a tutor

1 - 2 sessions per week

8 total sessions

Eligibility

Students reading below grade level

Students must be in grades K - 5

Students must commit to a minimum of 15 minutes a day of practice work at home.

Program Information

schoolWhat to expect

Students reading level will improve within 8 sessions

Minimum of 15 minutes a day of practice work at home

Schedulev2Schedule

1 hour sessions with a tutor

1 - 2 sessions per week

8 total sessions

check_circleEligibility

Students reading below grade level

Students must be in grades K - 5

Students must have access to a device with internet at home

Find a center near you

businessMort Elementary

1806 E Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33613

businessFamily Enrichment Center

5407 N 30th St, Tampa, FL 33610

businessReDefiners Center

8056 N.56th St. Tampa, FL 33617

Want to become a tutor?

By tutoring, you leave a lasting impact, empowering the next generation to excel academically and thrive in their future endeavors.

As a tutor you build relationships, bridge generation gaps, and promote understanding, empathy, and mutual respect.

Embark on an inspiring journey, becoming a beacon of knowledge and guidance for the next generation.

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Meet the team

Ingrid Holguin Ingrid Holguin Academic Achievers Program

Ingrid Holguin

AAP Director

My career journey began in journalism and communications, transitioning to editing, technical writing, and finally, education. Over a decade, I've worked as a teacher, curriculum developer, and educational textbook editor across South Korea, Congo, and the United States. Outside of work, I'm dedicated to causes centered on education, equality, and women's empowerment.
Gloria Rodriguez Gloria Rodriguez Academic Achievers Program

Gloria Rodriguez

Site Supervisor

As a USF graduate, I bring an understanding of speech disorders and a comprehension of language acquisition to the Academic Achievers Program. When I'm not at ReDefiners, you can find me dancing with my team, reading, or continuing my Duolingo streak.
Jane Koci Jane Koci Academic Achievers Program

Jane Koci

Site Supervisor

I am an undergraduate student at USF studying Global Business, International Studies, and Spanish. I have a passion for learning about and facilitating intercultural connection, and what better way to do so than working with language literacy! Fun fact about me: I love learning languages myself, and have actually started 7 languages on Duolingo!
Ingrid Holguin Ingrid Holguin Academic Achievers Program

Ingrid Holguin

AAP Director

My career journey began in journalism and communications, transitioning to editing, technical writing, and finally, education. Over a decade, I've worked as a teacher, curriculum developer, and educational textbook editor across South Korea, Congo, and the United States. Outside of work, I'm dedicated to causes centered on education, equality, and women's empowerment.
Gloria Rodriguez Gloria Rodriguez Academic Achievers Program

Gloria Rodriguez

Site Supervisor

As a USF graduate, I bring an understanding of speech disorders and a comprehension of language acquisition to the Academic Achievers Program. When I'm not at ReDefiners, you can find me dancing with my team, reading, or continuing my Duolingo streak.
Jane Koci Jane Koci Academic Achievers Program

Jane Koci

Site Supervisor

I am an undergraduate student at USF studying Global Business, International Studies, and Spanish. I have a passion for learning about and facilitating intercultural connection, and what better way to do so than working with language literacy! Fun fact about me: I love learning languages myself, and have actually started 7 languages on Duolingo!

Funding

We’d like to thank the generosity of those who made this program possible

Partners

ReDefiners proudly partners with community organizations to bridge the gap in academic performance

An Academic Achievers event

Family Reading Time

Family Reading Time is a FREE and fun celebration of literature, togetherness, and cultural exploration. We gather at the cozy Fellowship Hall of Temple Terrace United Methodist Church to share in the magic of storytelling, where captivating narratives transport us to different worlds. Join us for an evening filled with engaging books, delightful activities, and warm community connections. It's a time for families to create lasting memories through the shared love of reading. Come, be a part of our story at Family Reading Time!

Upcoming events:

  • February 27th - My America by Karen Katz
  • April 22nd - Moja Means One: Swahili Counting Book by Muriel Feelings, Tom Feelings
  • June 24th - Kapaemahu by Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu, Dean Hamer, and Joe Wilson
  • August 19th - No Kimchi For Me by Aram Kim
  • October 21st - I Am Able to Shine by Korey Watari
  • December 16th - My Eyes That Kiss in The Corners by Joanna Ho

Community Support

 

+1 813-530-2313

info@redefinerswl.org

Where Are We?

 

8056 N.56th Street
Tampa, Florida
33617

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