- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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90 people are interested
Reading Buddy
ORGANIZATION: Scholars Unlimited
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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90 people are interested
Scholars Unlimited' mission is to support low-income, academically struggling young learners by providing rigorous literacy instruction and enrichment programs to help students achieve measurable success and to inspire life-long learning. Our programs include a summer literacy and recreation program, an after school program (Scholars After School), and a Family Literacy Program.
The volunteer Reading Buddy will work in a partnering elementary school within Denver Public Schools. scholars Unlimited partner school locations may vary we are currently partnering with the following schools: John Amesse, Columbine, Dora Moore, Florida Pitt Waller, Ford, Harrington, Knapp, Oakland, Stedman, Swansea and Whittier.
Responsibilities
- Reading Buddies will work with young children, grades 1 st - 5 th
- Work in small groups and individually
- Under the direction of a classroom teacher
- Help students develop their reading skills
- Assist with classroom set-up and clean-up
- Serve as a mentor and role model for students
More opportunities with Scholars Unlimited
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Scholars Unlimited
Location:
3705 E 40th Ave, Denver, CO 80205, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to foster academic, social, and emotional growth for children living in low-income communities around metro Denver. Our organizational vision is an unwavering commitment to empower students to achieve academic and personal success.
Description
Summer Scholars is a year-round community-based literacy program for elementary students (ages 4-12) in Northeast Denver who are below grade level in reading and at risk of school failure. Summer Scholars attacks poverty and crime by promoting literacy and academic achievements in a safe, stimulating environment. Summer Scholars was founded by Park Hill activists in response to the 1993 "Summer of Violence." In nine years, our program has grown from 20 students at one school to over 1250 students at 20 schools. Summer Scholars is a collaborative organization with partnerships with Denver Public Schools, Denver Parks and Recreation, the Scientific Cultural and Facilities District, Corporation for National Service (AmeriCorps *VISTA), and other organizations. Summer Scholars' programs are professionally evaluated and outcomes are measured. Last year, 86% of the students in the summer program made significant gains in their reading skills. Summer Scholars operates summer and school year programs designed to enhance the reading skills of students. Specifically, Summer Scholars programs include: six and four week summer literacy and recreation programs at 20 schools, family literacy pilot project at three sites, and school year literacy enrichment program at 9 schools. All Summer Scholars programs feature several key components: additional time for instruction, low student to teacher ratio, professional development for teachers, and family involvement through home visits and literacy events.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
3401 Quebec StreetSuite 5010Denver, CO 80207
DATE POSTED
October 3, 2016
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Community Outreach
- Reading / Writing
- STEM
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 15
- Orientation or Training
- two hours a week