- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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49 people are interested
Male Mentor Opportunity - Reading to Students
ORGANIZATION: Communities In Schools of the Midlands
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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49 people are interested
W.S. Sandel Elementary School created, Men of Distinction. An event where men from within the community, fathers, uncles, granddads, etc. spend the morning reading to the students. Readers will be assigned to a classroom or classrooms to read books. This event will take place virtually during COVID-19 school closures.
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About Communities In Schools of the Midlands
Location:
2712 Middleburg Dr., Suite 219 Middleburg Plaza, Columbia, SC 29204, US
Mission Statement
Communities In Schools of the Midlands is working to change the picture by surrounding students with a community of support empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
Description
Communities In Schools of the Midlands (CIS of the Midlands) is a local non-profit organization that links children, families and schools with the resources needed for academic and social success. Many students face challenges to reaching their full potential. Problems such as family dysfunction, peer pressure, poverty and learning disabilities burden not only the student's ability to learn but the teachers ability to teach. These students need access to additional services such as tutors, lunch buddies, service learning projects, and after school programs. CIS of the Midlands builds the caring relationships needed to prepare students for lifelong success. CIS of the Midlands is a part of a national network of local programs. Communities In Schools National is the nation's leading community-based organization helping kids stay in school and prepare for life.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Sandel Elementary School2700 Seminole RdColumbia, SC 29210
DATE POSTED
September 25, 2020
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-3 hours. One time only.
- Please fill out our volunteer form at www.cism.org. Background check and orientation must be completed before volunteering with CISM.