OttawaReads
When "OttawaReads" everyone benefits!
OttawaReads is a unique school/business partnership that draws
volunteers from the corporate and public sectors to read one-on-one
with children in JK/SK and Grade One classes in Ottawa schools.
After attending an orientation/training session in their place
of work, volunteers fulfill a weekly one-hour commitment to read
to students in local schools. Each participating organization is
partnered with a school in their own geographic location. The number
of volunteers requested from each organization is based upon the
size of the company and the requirements of the partnering school.
Program Goals
- To strengthen, enrich and improve student learning, specifically
in Early Literacy skills.
- To create a climate for involvement and interaction between
schools and community.
- To foster volunteerism within the corporate and public sectors.
- To facilitate an increase in social and economic capital through
enhanced literacy.
Should your company/organization wish a corporate presentation
on OttawaReads, please let us know and a mutually convenient date
will be arranged.
Program materials can be obtained by contacting the Program Manager. |
