Testimonials - Teachers and Volunteers

After reading the Plastic Brain and hearing about the reading program at Beavercrest School, I was sure that using my time with children could make a real difference for them. I believe that investing in reading fluency at the elementary level will lead to a better/richer high school experience for students. I really like the Reading Rescue Program as it is easy to administer; all of the steps are clearly explained and the volunteer for the next day can pick up where I leave off.  I can see students progressing and that makes it very rewarding for me.  

Kathryn-  Volunteeer

 

I like volunteering at Beavercrest as there is real satisfaction in contributing to the development of literacy skills, a cause in which I believe passionately.  The program provides a welcome opportunity to give of one’s skills and time to the community and, especially, its young people.  The Reading Rescue Ontario program provides a structured framework while allowing volunteers to tailor the approach to the needs, preferences and interests of individual students.  This program gives me the opportunity to work with some wonderful young people.

Ron, Volunteer

 

Reading Rescue Ontario allows children to work at their own level and get exactly what they need in a one to one setting. 

Pauline, Grade 3 teacher

 

As a retired elementary school teacher with 25 years of experience, I am delighted to be able to volunteer at Beavercrest Community School.  I enjoy seeing the progress of the students with whom I am working and see the pride that they exhibit with each new accomplishment.  Linda’s program offers many different strategies to strengthen reading skills.  These strategies help maintain the child’s interest and reinforce what has already been learned.  It is easy to follow the instructions and present each lesson to the child. If one component becomes frustrating, it is easy to change tactics and switch to another part.  I am happy to be able to continue to use my teaching skills and remain connected to children.  I love to witness their accomplishments.

Patricia- volunteer