I am curious as to how much the resource of older private teachers/tutors could be of assistance to our West Seattle teachers especially in the areas where there isn’t enough one on one time with the student that has problems understanding. I have gained a lot from private instruction being a musician and private tutors can really give the time to the individual that they deserve. How much additional costs for tutoring added to the family expenses is also a major problem which is why I am wondering if a sliding scale for paying private tutors might help. I am especially interested in music education which seems to be cut or under funded in hard times. Perhaps tutors can help?