There’s no age limit when it comes to education.
The Seniors in Service Classroom Grandparent program lets older adults help students who need extra support in pre-K through 3rd grade.
The Tampa Bay nonprofit helps the area’s 55-and-older community find purpose, connection and belonging, while transforming the lives of others in the process.
Each volunteer is matched with a service need that meets their strengths, from helping at food pantries to supporting military veterans.
The Classroom Grandparent program provides tutoring and encouragement to students, while lending an extra hand to a teacher.
Do you know someone who would make a great Classroom Grandparent? Do you see yourself in this role? Here’s what to know.
What schools are involved in the Classroom Grandparent program?
The program serves dozens of Title I schools in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.
What is the time commitment to be a Classroom Grandparent?
The Classroom Grandparent program allows volunteers to commit 15–20 hours per week during the school year to work in the same classroom.
How do you become a Classroom Grandparent?
The first step: Submit an interest form on the Seniors in Service website.
The nonprofit will reach out with more information.
The Tampa Bay Times Education Hub reports on Florida’s schools and universities and the students they serve. You can contribute to the hub through our journalism fund by clicking here.