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Academic Tutoring

Lifelong learning in a supportive community

Mercy Connections provides one-on-one and small group tutoring, breaking down barriers to enable students to reach specific educational goals.

Meeting the Needs of Adult Students

We offer a wide variety of tutoring options for students in many fields of study. Referrals are not necessary, but can come from partner organizations such as Vermont Adult Learning, Howard Center, and others. Students are matched with talented volunteer tutors who are dedicated and experienced in meeting the needs of adult learners with specific goals.

One-On-One Learning

Tutors help students with basic reading and writing skills, life skills such as reading bus schedules and signs, and accessing community resources. Additionally, we offer tutoring to students seeking support for proficiency in math.

Students come for a variety of reasons. They may be first-generation college students needing academic support, students preparing for a GED or high school equivalency, or students seeking advancement in employment or technical field.

Beyond classroom learning, Mercy Connections offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where human beings feel valued and respected. We emphasize individual planning to help students reach specific educational goals.

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Note: This is not a drop-in program. Each student is matched with their own tutor and commits to a 90-minute time slot each week at the same time and on the same day at Mercy Connections.

Date: September 18-December 12

Where: In-person at Mercy Connections

Time: One weekly 90-minute time slot from the below schedule

Wednesdays 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
Thursdays 9:00 am-10:30 am

Coordinator: Melissa Lang

Description: Adult learners are matched with skilled, trained tutors, one-on-one, to improve academic skills. Each student is provided with an individualized educational support plan. Students meet with their tutor in the center, and the program is facilitated by the Tutoring Program Coordinators.

How to Register: Contact Melissa Lang via email or call 802-846-7084

Registration Deadline: We maintain an active waiting list. New students can be accommodated as spots open up.

Note: This is not a drop-in program. Each student is matched with their own tutor and commits to a 90-minute time slot each week at the same time and on the same day at Mercy Connections.

Date: September 17-December 11

Where: In-person at Mercy Connections

Time: One weekly 90-minute time slot from the below schedule
Tuesdays 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Wednesdays 5:00 pm-7:00 pm

Coordinators: Veronica Bernicke

Description: Adult learners are matched with skilled, trained tutors, one-on-one, to improve English language learning skills. Each student is provided with an individualized educational support plan. Students meet in our center and the program is staffed and facilitated by the ELL/Tutoring Program Coordinators.

How to Register: Contact Veronica by email or call 802-846-7086

Registration Deadline: We maintain an active waiting list. New students can be accommodated as spots open up.

Note: This is not a drop-in program. Each student is matched with their own tutor and commits to a 90-minute time slot each week at the same time and on the same day at Mercy Connections.

Date: September 18-December 12

Where: In-person at Mercy Connections

Time: One weekly 90-minute time slot from the below schedule
Wednesdays 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
Thursdays 9:00 am-10:30 am

Coordinator: Melissa Lang

Description: Adult learners are matched with skilled tutors one-on-one to prepare for the U.S. Citizenship test and interview. Students will study United States history, government and geography.

Each session includes practice questions and answers from the U.S. Citizenship test and time to practice English language skills.

It is recommended to register for tutoring prior to submitting the N-400 application to USCIS. Students learn about the N-400 application process and receive support to understand the language of the application.

How to Register: Contact Melissa Lang via email or call 802-846-7084

Registration Deadline: We maintain an active waiting list. New students can be accommodated as spots open up.

At Mercy Connections, I found that the tutors and students are all very respectful and friendly. I did some goal setting and I started meeting with my tutor every week. Because of this, I passed my CCV math class. I feel welcomed and my confidence has improved!

— Isnino (math student)