Rhode Island third-grade teacher Liz Ford is one of the hand-selected, certified teachers that transforms students’ lives during RITES’ summer school programs. She teaches using methods like Orton-Gillingham to customize to students’ needs and to quickly boost learning – along with empowering students with tools and skills. Liz sets up RITES students for success not only in the summer school … [Read more...]
‘He Realized He Wasn’t Alone’ RI Summer Tutoring Programs
Joseph came to Rhode Island Tutorial and Education Services' Summer Tutoring Programs after he found himself falling behind in his reading skills. He was losing confidence in his ability and struggling to keep up with his classmates. RITES helped him build upon his current reading level and gain tools to help him continue to improve beyond the program. His parents saw a change in a matter of … [Read more...]
RITES Recognized as 2013 Top-Rated Nonprofit
For the second year in a row, Rhode Island Tutorial & Educational Services, Inc. (RITES) has been recognized as a top-rated nonprofit organization by Great Nonprofits. This designation was awarded based on five-star reviews RITES received from parents, donors and sponsors, professional colleagues, volunteers, and clients served. GreatNonprofits collects reviews from "people who have been … [Read more...]