The Reading Champions program is now at all Greenwich elementary schools and four after-school programs. Continue Reading →
Reading Champions Celebrates Kick-Off, Volunteers Sought
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United Way’s Reading Champions Program Expands to Parkway School
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The literacy program, which draws its strength from its number of trained volunteer tutors, is now in all 11 public elementary schools in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Volunteering, David Rabin, Marie Wardell, Reading Champions, United Way
Greenwich United Way Honors 450 Students at Reading Champions Ceremony
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In its 9th year, Reading Champions supports public elementary schools and after school programs with specialized curriculum. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Volunteering, Greenwich United Way, Marke Wardell, Reading Champions
Reading Champions Volunteer: Helping Greenwich Children with Language Fluency Is Most Rewarding
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Reading Champions, a program of the United Way, is actively seeking volunteer tutors for the school year. Volunteer tutor Patricia Santonocito said, “The Kids tend to say things like, ‘I’m in love with reading now,’ or that they read to a younger brother or sister or the family dog. Or they’ll say they’re not afraid of new words.” She described the program as very rewarding. “It’s amazing to know you are having a positive impact on a child’s development,” she said. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Schools, Volunteering, Greenwich United Way, Patricia Santonocito, Reading Champions
The Greenwich United Way Reading Champions Program Needs You!
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If you have an hour free a week, Reading Champions is a well-established program that pairs volunteers with local children to improve their fluency. Volunteers receive free training. The application is available online. This is a very gratifying volunteer opportunity. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Volunteering, Greenwich United Way, Reading Champions
Got One Hour a Week? Join the Champs and Make a Difference
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To date, Reading Champions has helped more than 2,000 local students become stronger readers. There are currently wait lists at three afternoon locations. But….they are short of volunteers. It’s just an hour a week and training is provided. What a great way to make a difference right here in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Volunteering, Reading Champions, United Way of Greenwich
Wanted: A Few Good Volunteers for Reading Champions
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If you have an hour free a week, Reading Champions is a well-established program that pairs volunteers with local children to improve their fluency. You get free training and work 20 minutes each with three children during the hour of volunteering. It’s a very gratifying volunteer opportunity. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Volunteering, Greenwich United Way, Reading Champions
Reading Champions Shortage: Do You Have One Hour a Week to Spare?
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Reading Champions volunteers receive free training and volunteer one hour a week in a local school, BANC, the Boys and Girls Club or the YMCA. Despite having 100-strong volunteers serving about 300 children, Reading Champions has a critical shortage at the moment, and waiting lists have formed. Continue Reading →