Tutoring & Mentoring
Giving every student a safe place to learn, connect, and grow.
Sospeso partners with Pomona Learning Loft to offer free and low-cost tutoring and mentorship for K-12 students in Pomona.
Who it’s for:
Students in grades K–12 who:
Attend school in Pomona
Need help with homework, test prep, or core subjects
Want encouragement, guidance, or a positive role model
Could use a quiet space to focus and feel supported
Our mission is to provide Pomona’s K-12 students and community members with equitable access to education, mental health support, job training, and technology, through free tutoring, counseling, digital inclusion, and community centered learning.
What’s included:
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Personalized help in:
Math
Science
English Language Arts
History / Social Studies
Study Skills & Test Prep
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Guidance for students (ages 13–18) focused on:
Confidence & motivation
Career & college exploration
Time management & goal setting
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Free public Wi-Fi, laptops, and tablets are available on site to support students with assignments and research.
How it works
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1. Apply Online
Fill out a short form to tell us about your student.
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2. Get Matched
We’ll pair your student with a tutor or mentor who fits their needs.
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3. Start Learning
Sessions happen on site at Sospeso in a calm, welcoming space.
Interested in Tutoring? Sign Up Here.
FAQs
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Yes, priority is given to Pomona Unified School District (PUSD) students, but other local students are welcome to apply based on availability.
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We offer tutoring and mentoring for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
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Tutors and mentors are trained volunteers and educators from Pomona Learning Loft. All adults working with minors undergo a background check and orientation before serving students.
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Tutoring focuses on academic learning and homework help.
Mentoring focuses on personal growth—confidence, leadership, and life skills. Many students participate in both.
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Most sessions last 45–60 minutes, typically once a week. Frequency can increase based on student goals and tutor availability.
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Services are free or low-cost. No student will be turned away for inability to pay.
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Yes. We can arrange online tutoring or mentoring when transportation or scheduling makes in-person sessions difficult.
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During after-school hours and weekends. Specific times depend on tutor and student schedules.
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Inside Sospeso, located at 260 E. 2nd Street, Pomona—a warm, community-centered environment designed for learning and connection.
