Mountain View High School’s TPA (Teacher Preparation Academy) students spread Christmas cheer at La Primaria School when they delivered a toy to each kindergarten through second grade student. Smiles and laughter were abundant as the students received a toy or game from their TPA tutor.
TPA is a group of high school juniors and seniors who visit the school two to three times per week and work directly with classroom teachers to provide instructional assistance, including one-on-one tutoring or group help in reading, writing, and math. Mountain View School District’s partnership with TPA began over 12 years ago and has proven to be a beneficial program for the high school and younger students, as well as teachers.
“We greatly appreciate the outpouring of kindness with these gifts, and the time and effort of our TPA tutors,” said Tony Lugo, La Primaria’s principal. “Our students have benefited tremendously from their tutoring and one-on-one instruction and they really look up to their tutors and create a wonderful bond.”
After delivering the toys, the tutors enjoyed some hot chocolate and treats before heading back to Mt. View High.