What they say:
Does volunteer reading, tutoring and mentoring really matter?
"Reading with children builds confidence in children. They don't believe they
can do it until someone else believes in them."
"I never used to read books. I didn't even like reading, but now I enjoy
reading. I feel good about myself because I learned how to read better."
"My weekly visits are the highlight of my week. I have grown so much from the
experience. The children open themselves up and work so hard. It gives me
strong feelings of hope about their futures, as well as the future of our
community." |
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Together we can make a real difference in our schools. All over the country,
struggling elementary school students are now making dramatic improvements in
reading skills. What's making the difference? Community volunteers are stepping
up to tutor students who need individual help, to read with kids in and after
school, and to mentor kids who need someone to believe in them.
One million volunteer readers, tutors and mentors can make a difference. Young
adults, retirees, faith communities and employees - can join the effort over
the next three years.
Anyone with passion and commitment can help a young person achieve greater
academic success.
Join with volunteers in your community, and show the power of Living United.
How You Can Get Involved
It could take as little as one hour a week - during school, after school or
even on the weekends. Here are just a few examples: |