September 19, 2016 Launching a career of impact and service from Reading Partners to TFA During her time at the University of Maryland, Elizabeth Majchrzak fell in love with teaching as a Reading Partners volunteer. After graduation, she…
September 9, 2016 9/11 Day of Service creates space for reflection by Sarah Westbrook AmeriCorps members from diverse backgrounds serve in the community on 9/11 and reflect on hope for change.
September 7, 2016 Tips for creating your DIY reading nook by Alex Woodhouse Tips on how to decorate and situate a reading space that will encourage kids’ love of reading.
August 29, 2016 Tutoring is a marathon, not a sprint: how tutors motivate kids to love reading by Sarah Westbrook Tips from tutors who found creative ways to inspire their students to love reading.
August 25, 2016 AmeriCorps and Reading Partners expand collaborative service partnership by Krystal Cabrera AmeriCorps VISTA member returns for second year of service with Reading Partners, where she follows her passion for creating opportunities for students in low-income communities.
August 18, 2016 Four compelling reasons to shut off your screen and open a good book by Stacy Kaczmarek Studies show the far-reaching benefits of reading, which can impact everything from stress reduction to empathy.
August 5, 2016 AmeriCorps: What a difference a service year makes by Nicole Vera When faced with the question, “What is AmeriCorps?”, Nicole Vera responds with strong sentiments about the opportunity to make a difference.
July 29, 2016 Kids say the darndest things — Reading Partners Baltimore edition by Tiffany James To get a sense of what gives volunteers such a satisfying tutor experience, read these memorable student quotes shared by Reading Partners Baltimore’s site coordinators and reading partners.
July 25, 2016 Reading Partners and Picture Book Summit team up to encourage new authors, and readers Turn your picture book ideas into realities at the Picture Book Summit.
July 21, 2016 Truancy officer changes student attitude toward school by Jackie Walker By becoming a reading partner, truancy officer Ms. McCann helped change third-grader Ashleigh’s attitude about school and learning.