Tutor & Mentor Young Students

Classroom Grandparent

Tutor & Mentor Children as a Classroom Grandparent

The Classroom Grandparent program connects caring adults age 55+ with young students who need extra support in Pre-K through 3rd grade. Volunteers commit 15–20 hours per week during the school year to work in the same classroom, providing one-on-one tutoring, encouragement, and emotional support. With training, ongoing guidance, and even a modest stipend for income-eligible seniors, Classroom Grandparents become trusted mentors who help children build confidence and succeed in school.

Be the Hero Students Need

This program is more than tutoring, it’s about connection. Students gain a dependable, loving role model. Teachers receive much-needed classroom support. Volunteers experience renewed purpose and joy. And the entire community benefits when children grow up stronger, more confident, and better prepared for the future. By bridging generations, Classroom Grandparents uplift lives and build a brighter tomorrow.

Classroom grandparents pose for a picture together, wearing Classroom Grandma t-shirts.

Here To Help

ShaRhonda Axon headshot

ShaRhonda Axon

Hillsborough Classroom Grandparent Coordinator

(813) 492-8926
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Kim Skrovanek

Pinellas Classroom Grandparent Coordinator

(813) 540-4666
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The Impact Is Real

"Grandma Paulette is totally connecting with a tough student. He's working, smiling, and building words — on day one! She's amazing."
– Mrs. Healy, Seminole Elementary
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"Grandma Paulette is totally connecting with a tough student. He's working, smiling, and building words — on day one! She's amazing."
Grandma Paulette connects with tough student
– Mrs. Healy, Seminole Elementary
"Victoria is growing up without her grandmas, but I'm so happy she gets to have Grandmas in her class because they fill the emptiness of not having her Grandma from back home."
– Victoria's Mom
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"Victoria is growing up without her grandmas, but I'm so happy she gets to have Grandmas in her class because they fill the emptiness of not having her Grandma from back home."
Victoria is growing up without her grandmas
– Victoria's Mom
Seniors in Service Classroom Grandparent volunteer smiling with student while teaching reading comprehension.

Ready To Change Lives?

Join over 200 dedicated Classroom Grandparents who create a brighter future, help children thrive, and bring joy to classrooms. Complete the interest form below to get started.