Helping students become confident, independent learners.
Personalized instruction designed around your child's needs — from academic support and homeschool guidance to enrichment and stronger learning habits.
Personalized support for different learners.
Homeschool Families
Additional instruction, structure and academic support.
Students Needing Extra Support
Personalized instruction focused on specific academic needs.
English Language Learners
Support for academic language, comprehension and classroom learning where applicable.
Gifted & Advanced Learners
Enrichment designed to provide appropriate academic challenge.
Meet the educator behind Luminate Minds.
Christie Rivera Forsyth
B.A. Elementary Education K–6 • Reading K–12 • Gifted Education • ESOL
My educational philosophy is rooted in the belief that meaningful learning happens when students feel understood, appropriately challenged, and inspired to explore their interests. Through Luminate Minds, I create personalized learning experiences that strengthen academic skills while cultivating curiosity, confidence, independence, and a lasting love of learning.
Credentials
- B.A. Elementary Education (K–6)
- Florida Certified Educator
- Reading Endorsement (K–12)
- Gifted Education Endorsement
- ESOL Endorsement
- 15+ Years in Education
Specialties
- Elementary through High School Reading
- Reading & Writing Intervention
- Gifted & Advanced Enrichment
- English Language Learner Support
You know your child is capable. Sometimes they just need the right support.
School moves quickly. Homeschooling can feel overwhelming. And sometimes a student simply needs instruction delivered differently.
Does this sound familiar?
- Homework regularly becomes frustrating.
- Your child understands concepts but struggles independently.
- Reading or writing feels harder than it should.
- Your child lacks organization or study habits.
- You're homeschooling and need additional instructional support.
- Your child needs more challenge than they're currently receiving.
- Academic confidence is slipping.
The answer isn't always more work. Sometimes it's more personalized instruction.
More than tutoring.
We don't just teach the lesson. We strengthen the learner.
Tutoring can sometimes become focused on completing immediate assignments. Luminate Minds emphasizes the skills underneath academic performance.
Understand
Identify the student's current needs.
Strengthen
Target academic skills requiring support.
Connect
Help students apply skills across subjects.
Build
Develop stronger learning habits.
Grow
Move toward greater confidence and independence.
The Luminate Learning Approach
Getting started is simple.
Complimentary Consultation
We start by learning about your child, your concerns and what you're hoping to improve.
Understand Their Needs
With an initial assessment, we will identify strengths, challenges and the areas where additional support may help.
Personalized Plan
We develop an instructional approach based on the student's needs and goals.
Learning Begins
Your child begins personalized sessions designed to strengthen skills, confidence and learning habits.
Not sure where to start or which program is right for your child?
Answer a few quick questions about your child's learning needs and concerns. Our 60-second questionnaire will help guide you toward the Luminate Minds assessment that may be the best starting point.
Tell us what you're seeing.
We'll help you find the right starting point.
Prefer to talk it through?
Schedule a complimentary 15-minute parent consultation. We'll discuss what you're noticing and help you determine an appropriate next step for your child.
Find the right support for your child.
Choose your assessment. Each option helps us understand your child's current skills and determine the best starting point for personalized instruction.
Academic Skills Assessment
$85
A focused assessment in one academic area to determine current skills and priorities for instruction.
Orton-Gillingham Reading Assessment
$100
A more in-depth look at foundational reading and spelling skills for students who may benefit from structured literacy instruction.
Comprehensive Academic Assessment
$140
A broader assessment for families who want to understand their child's skills across multiple academic areas.
Secure online payment available. Package contents, session length and frequency are confirmed during your consultation.
Private Academic Tutoring
Give your child the focused support they need to grow with confidence. Our flexible, one-on-one sessions are personalized to your child's needs, goals, and learning pace.
Available for students in:
START
8 Sessions
$440
A focused starting point for students who need targeted academic support.
Includes
- 8 private 1:1 sessions
- Personalized instruction
- Targeted skill practice
- Learning resources as needed
- Progress monitoring
- End-of-plan parent update
GROW
16 Sessions
$880
More time to strengthen skills, build confidence, and work toward longer-term learning goals.
Includes
- 16 private 1:1 sessions
- Personalized learning plan
- Targeted instruction & practice
- Learning resources
- Ongoing progress monitoring
- Midpoint parent update
- End-of-plan progress summary
- Recommendations for continued growth
THRIVE
24 Sessions
$1,320
Extended, consistent support for students working toward significant academic growth and skill development.
Includes
- 24 private 1:1 sessions
- Personalized learning plan
- Targeted instruction & practice
- Learning resources
- Ongoing progress monitoring
- Regular parent progress updates
- End-of-plan progress summary
- Recommendations & next-step planning
Structured Literacy Plans
Multisensory, systematic reading intervention for students who need explicit, sequential phonics and decoding support.
START
8 Sessions
$480
An entry point into structured, multisensory reading intervention for students needing foundational support.
Includes
- 8 private 1:1 OG sessions
- Multisensory phonics instruction
- Targeted decoding & encoding practice
- Learning resources as needed
- Progress monitoring
- End-of-plan parent update
GROW
16 Sessions
$960
Consistent structured literacy support to strengthen reading skills and build lasting confidence.
Includes
- 16 private 1:1 OG sessions
- Personalized OG learning plan
- Systematic phonics & fluency work
- Learning resources
- Ongoing progress monitoring
- Midpoint parent update
- End-of-plan progress summary
- Recommendations for continued growth
THRIVE
24 Sessions
$1,440
Extended, intensive intervention for students working toward significant gains in reading and spelling.
Includes
- 24 private 1:1 OG sessions
- Personalized OG learning plan
- Systematic, sequential instruction
- Learning resources
- Ongoing progress monitoring
- Regular parent progress updates
- End-of-plan progress summary
- Recommendations & next-step planning
Every Private Learning Plan Includes
Not sure where to begin?
Start with an initial assessment so we can identify your child's needs and recommend an appropriate learning plan.
Initial assessments are purchased separately. Learning plan recommendations are based on the student's needs, goals, and assessment results.
Fall Session Offerings
Learn together. Build skills. Grow with confidence.
• 8 Virtual Sessions • $200 • BEGINS WEEK OF 10/5/26
Literary Book Club
Read, discuss, think deeper, and connect with other young readers.
Schedule
Grades 2–3
Tuesdays · 12:30–1:30 PM
Grades 4–5
Thursdays · 12:30–1:30 PM
Small-Group Reading
Targeted reading instruction and guided practice in a supportive small-group setting.
Schedule
Grades 2–3
Tuesdays · 2:45–3:45 PM
Grades 4–5
Tuesdays · 4:00–5:00 PM
Small-Group Math
Build stronger math skills, problem-solving strategies, and confidence through guided practice.
Schedule
Grades 2–3
Thursdays · 2:45–3:45 PM
Grades 4–5
Thursdays · 4:00–5:00 PM
Your enrollment includes:
- 8 virtual, 60-minute virtual sessions
- Certified teacher-led instruction
- Small-group learning and guided practice
- Program-specific learning activities
- Digital resources and materials as needed
- Ongoing progress monitoring
- Parent progress update
Ready to Join a Small Group?
Group sizes are intentionally kept small to provide a focused and supportive learning experience. A minimum is required for each group to begin, and enrollment is limited.
Choose your learner's program and grade level to reserve their place for the Fall Session.
Enrollment is confirmed once registration and payment are completed.
What parents are saying.
"best teacher ever to help my son advance in his reading and writing. My son still uses her methods to this day and was able to get into Suncoast High. She is the best teacher in the business!"
Lessons are thoughtful, engaging, and tailored to our child's pace. We especially appreciate the patience and clear communication—it feels like we have a true partner in our child's education.
The individual attention has helped build confidence, and we've loved seeing our child become more comfortable asking questions and tackling challenging work.
Let's talk about your child.
Choose a convenient time below. We'll learn more about your child, answer your questions and help determine the right next step.
October 2026
Questions parents often ask.
What ages and grade levels do you work with?+
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Do you work with homeschool students?+
Yes. We provide additional instruction, structure and academic guidance tailored to homeschool families.
Do you offer online sessions?+
Yes — flexible virtual academic support is available when appropriate for the student.
Do you help students who are already doing well academically?+
Yes. Gifted and advanced learners receive enrichment designed to provide appropriate academic challenge.
How do you determine what my child needs?+
We begin with a consultation and needs review, then develop a personalized instructional approach based on the student's goals.
What happens during the first consultation?+
We learn about your child, your concerns and what you're hoping to improve, then recommend clear next steps.
How often will my child meet with an educator?+
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How do you track progress?+
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What makes Luminate Minds different from traditional tutoring?+
We don't just teach the lesson — we strengthen the learner. Instruction targets the skills, habits and confidence underneath academic performance.
Can I pay online?+
Yes. Secure online payment is available through the approved platform integration.
Give your child support built around how they learn.
Tell us what you're seeing at home or school. We'll help you understand the next step.
No pressure. Just a conversation about your child's needs.