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What is Leaders of Literacy?

Thank you for your interest in Y-Serve’s Leaders of Literacy program! Leaders of Literacy is a dedicated service program where volunteers commit their time to reading with students at local elementary schools. This engaging and enjoyable activity not only provides a fun experience for both the volunteers and the children but also plays a crucial role in enhancing the students' literacy skills. By fostering a supportive and interactive reading environment, Leaders of Literacy helps children develop a love for reading, improve their comprehension, and build their confidence in their literacy abilities. Volunteers in this program make a meaningful impact on the children's educational journey, contributing to their academic success and future opportunities. Through consistent, one-on-one reading sessions, Leaders of Literacy strives to empower young learners and cultivate a community of proficient and enthusiastic readers.

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How do I get involved?

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Northridge Elementary

Volunteer Description: Volunteers will travel to the school and spend that time with a student helping them in any areas they need or just being a friend.

Volunteer Commitment: Northridge Elementary is looking for volunteers each day of the week from 12 - 1PM. We ask you to commit to at least one semester. Other opportunities are flexible to your schedule and needs.

Step 1:

Sign up by contacting Nathan Naillon at 360-261-8021.

Provo Peaks Elementary

Volunteer Description: Volunteering with Provo Peaks is great for busy schedules. You will be in charge of your own transportation, however, Provo Peaks is 1 mile south of campus so walking is an option.

Volunteer Commitment: We ask you to commit to at least one semester. Other opportunities are flexible to your schedule and needs.

Step 1:

Sign up by contacting Clay Cummings at 210-232-5367.

Step 2:

Please complete this mandatory 25-minute Minor Protection Training before you begin working with this program.

Treeside Charter Elementary

Volunteer Description: Volunteers will travel to the school and spend time helping students with their literacy skills.

Volunteer Commitment: Any days Monday-Thursday, preferred times are 12:00-12:45 or anytime after 1:30 PM. Please commit to the same time each week for a semester.

Step 1:

Contact Benjamin Lee at 737-587-7791

Step 2:

Please complete this mandatory 25-minute Minor Protection Training before you begin working with the children.

Please contact Marian Janis with any other questions: leadersofliteracy@byu.edu

Contact Info

Directors

Available by email at leadersofliteracy@byu.edu

Matt Keller, Lead Program Director

435-554-9839
Office Hour: Tuesdays 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Ethan Caine

206-790-9239

Katie Christensen

509-979-9439

Ryan Hunt

435-901-9762
Reading with the same students consistently allowed me to build a friendship I wouldn't have otherwise. The student I worked with motivates me and makes me excited about learning all over again as I recognize his motivation and eagerness to learn. Family Literacy is about more than just reading, but the connection found through it.
Jessica
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