Seven Tutor-Mentors: A Synopsis

Top photo (from left): Sophia Gille, Aiden Mcateer, and Jazarye,Winston. Bottom photo (from left): Lendsay Landaverde-Discua, Maya Patterson, and Coralie Adkins. Seated: Bryanna Montgomery,

Seven Tutor-Mentors recently summarized their experience with Root 2 Rise. 

They enjoyed it. Thoroughly.

All said they learned how to be more patient, formed heartfelt connections with younger students and Partner Teachers, and became more confident about their personal and career goals.

Four said it confirmed (or created) an interest in a career in education. Sophia Gille, 17, is already taking college courses toward that goal. “I’m really grateful for the hands-on experience,,” she said.

“I’ll always remember these kids” said Lendsay Landaverde-Discua, 16.

Aiden McAteer, 17, said he learned how to “deal with the unexpected. “I learned a lot every day.”

Jazarye Winston, 17, said she learned to “take a gentle approach” to matters.

“Root 2 Rise definitely opened up a path for me in teaching,” said Mya Patterson, 17, who said she “grew as a person.”

Coralie Adkins, 18, became more assertive and learned to distinguish between kids “who didn’t need help but would benefit from some reassurance.”

Rebecca Griffin, who coordinates the program at Sun Prairie West High School, said 7 of 11 who participated in Root 2 Rise the first semester continued in Root 2 Rise the second semester. Those who didn’t had scheduling conflicts or had already participated for two semesters.