Partners Advancing Literacy

 I’m pleased to inform you that the Partners Advancing Learning (PAL) Program will be offered again this year at Memorial School.   This is a program in which volunteers work with teachers to provide specific curriculum based activities for students in the classroom.  The program has been developed in collaboration with the Memorial School Staff and under the guidance of the Memorial School Council.

The intent of the program is to provide additional support for teachers within the curriculum, such as reading, writing and math.  This is in addition to the other volunteer programs the school is currently offering. 

This year we plan to expand Book Worm Buddy into other grade levels.  This program will provide volunteers the opportunity to lead a read aloud and discussion group with 3 to 5 students in a second or third grade classroom.  The time commitment is approximately 45 minutes to one hour bi-weekly.    This program provides children time to practice reading skills and improve their confidence.  Orientation and materials are provided. If you would like to share your love of reading with children, then this is a great way to do it.  We are also hoping to add support in the areas of written language and mathematics. 

To insure the safety of our children, all volunteers must have a current CORI form on file with the school.  Please see Carol Gibson in the front office if you need to update your CORI.  All participants in this program will receive training which will address the specific activity they will be implementing. Several volunteers are still needed.

If you have any questions or would like to support this program, please contact Mrs. Swain at dswain@mu-regional.k12.ma.us.