The Reading Together Program, formerly One to One Children’s Literacy Program, is gearing up for its 22nd year supporting young readers in Vernon-area schools.
“Volunteers are needed in Vernon area schools,” said Bonnie Hutton, district coordinator.
The commitment is one and a half hours, one morning or afternoon per week, from October to early May.
“During this time, you will read with three children for 30 minutes each for about 24 weeks.”
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Children are in Grades 1 to 5 and are selected by their teachers to receive this special reading help.
For more information check the Literacy Society of the North Okanagan website, www.literacysociety.ca. To help at a school and sign on for a September/October training session, contact Hutton at 250-275-3117 or by email at coordinator@literacysociety.ca.
Please note that all volunteers must attend a three-hour training session and complete an online criminal record check prior to working with students.
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