Academic Support

  • Shaw students: Get the help you need with Viking Time or Study Buddies.

  • Viking Time

    Who should come to Viking Time?

    If you can answer yes to any of these questions, then Viking Time is for you!

    • Need extra time to finish work?
    • Need internet or computer access?
    • Want to catch up on missing assignments?
    • Want to improve grade or assignment scores?
    • Want a quiet place to read/work?

    When is Viking Time?

    Monday through Thursday after school, 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. A different subject is available each day:

    • Monday is Math.
    • Tuesday is English.
    • Wednesday is Science.
    • Thursday is Social Studies.

    The Activity Bus is available at 4:45 p.m. to all regular bus riders.

    What do I need to do to participate in Viking Time?

    Fill in the permission slip avaiable in the student office or from Mr. Brown. Turn the completed form into the office.

  • Study Buddies

    What is Study Buddies?

    Students from Gonzaga University meet with Shaw students to offer tutoring and academic support.

    When is Study Buddies?

    Tuesday and Thursday after school in the Shaw Library. Study Buddies runs 3:45 - 5:10 p.m. The Activity Bus is available at 4:45 p.m. to all regular bus riders.

    How do I participate in Study Buddies?

    Pick up a Gonzaga Programs permission slip from the student office and return it completed. See Ms. Halverson in the Community in Schools room for more information.