Academics
Academic Support

After School Lab

Mullen provides a free After School Lab (ASL) to support students' academic success.
The After School Lab provides:
  • A structured environment for students to work independently.
  • Peer tutoring with National Honor Society (NHS) for students to get support on specific content and skills.
  • Guidance on advocacy, organizational strategies and time management. 
The After School Lab is open Monday through Thursday from 2:45pm - 5:00pm. Students are encouraged to make an appointment using the Peer Tutoring Request Form here or on the Resource Tile in MyMullen.

NHS Peer Tutoring

List of 3 frequently asked questions.

  • When is tutoring available?

    Monday-Thursday, Sferra Resource Center
    Office hours or after school (3:00pm-5:00pm)
     
  • How are tutors requested?

    Students are encouraged to complete the Tutoring Request Form at least 24 hours in advance. 
  • Why peer tutoring?

    • Students at all grade levels participating in tutorial programs, improved their reading performance more than the expected gain for the typical student at that grade level. (AmeriCorps 2001)
    • Peer tutoring usually resulted in significant cognitive gains for both the tutor and the tutee. (Britz, Dixon, and McLaughlin 1989)
    • Peer tutoring is the most cost effective way to improve both math and reading performance. (Peer Research Laboratory 2002)
    • Effects on both tutors and students were positive in the areas of learning, attitude toward subject matter, and self-concept. (Cohen and Kulik 1981)