Volunteer with Whiz Kids!

Did you know over 85% of the students who attend Bishop Elementary School in Englewood are eligible for free or reduced lunch and 40% of the students’ first language is not English?  Whiz Kids Tutoring is one small way we can come alongside these amazing students and proclaim the glory of God’s kingdom amidst our broken world.

Wellspring is entering into its third year as a Whiz Kids tutoring site.   Through Mary Puckett’s role as a Children and Family Missionary to Englewood, she developed a relationship with the teachers, staff, and parents at Bishop Elementary School, and the program grew from 4 to 17 students. 

Jane Pruter-Scherlis has been part of Whiz Kids for almost a decade and a member of Wellspring even longer. She says, “Whiz Kids is a fantastic outreach that pairs Wellspring's vision to be a light in Englewood while leading school-aged kids toward academic readiness. It offers the opportunity to have students be in a safe, encouraging space with a tutor who commits to them for the school year.  Tutors develop relationships with students that bless them and give them the support which may be thin at home.  I've been a part of Whiz Kids for nine years and love that we, as a church family, embrace their mission!  I'd be happy to talk with you about the joy of tutoring (it's not rocket science)!”

We are looking for 12 new tutors to work with students from Bishop Elementary this year.  We meet in The Well once a week on Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30 p.m., from October to April with a Thanksgiving and Christmas Break. Tutor training is available on Tuesday, September 27.  Our time with students consists of 1 hour of tutoring followed by a half hour of Club Time where Mary shares the Gospel in a fun and engaging way with our students. Join our team by applying today!

When signing up, be sure to put Wellspring in the “Special Requests” box.  

Please reach out to Mary Puckett (mary@wellspringenglewood.com) or Linda Binkley with any questions you may have.