Wednesday, December 19, 2007

Interview with Andrea Ybarra-Jones on Schools of Hope

Andrea Ybarra-Jones is beginning her year in AmeriCorps VISTA and she is here today to talk with us about the Schools of Hope in-school literacy program.

The effort, a partnership between the Grand Rapids Public Schools and the Heart of West Michigan United Way is looking to add 2,000 volunteers in an effort to provide in-school tutor assistance to children who are reading just below grade level.

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posted by Rob Huisingh @ 12:30 PM  


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