Reading Angels/Angeles de la Lectura
Why?
Children who do not read proficiently by third grade are four times more likely to drop out of high school than those who read proficiently. Please help us improve our kids' literacy scores and their reading capabilities.
Reading to children is one of the most important things you can do to prepare students with a foundation for academic excellence. At United Way of Delaware, our Reading Angels are making a difference. Like them, you too can experience the satisfaction, friendships, and joy volunteers discover at reading sessions. It is a grain of salt that you will contribute by reading to a classroom. Collectively, we can build a solid future for all Delawareans. All you need is the willingness to give a little of your time.
How?
Commit to reading to students for 30 minutes. We'll help schedule a convenient date, time, and location – you will help inspire a love of reading in local children!
Requirements
- Willingness to volunteer for a 30-minute reading session
- Transportation
- Profile in U-Volunteer
Process
- Create your profile in the UWDE U-Volunteer Portal. Our staff will assist your team.
- Sign up for the in-person Reading Angels initiative: https://volunteer.uwde.org/need/detail/?need_id=1111422.
- Notify your UWDE POC, Wanda Barrett, wbarrett@uwde.org, or Ken Livingston, at klivingston@uwde.org, for location, date, and time.
- Let the reception at the location know you are representing UWDE/Reading Angels (they will notify the school staff that you have arrived)
- Remember, at all times, you are representing our organization when coming in.
- We will provide books you can select from (School Library).
Remember – Books have the power to benefit children in a myriad of ways.
Enjoy your reading sessions and share your experience with other colleagues.
For additional information, don't hesitate to contact Wanda Barrett at wbarrett@uwde.org or Ken Livingston at klivingston@uwde.org.
Thank you so much for joining the Reading Angels!
