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Reading Mentors
Reading Mentors
Mentores de Lectura
Reading Mentors inspires a love of reading by providing students with their own library of books and consistent, one-on-one reading
with a caring adult.
Reading Mentors Volunteer Roles
Weekly Mentor
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Commit to a 1-hour reading time each week
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Read with students on-site at Canby elementary schools
Substitute Mentor
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Commit to fill in for Weekly Mentors as able
Lead Mentor
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Oversee a weekly reading session at your designated school
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Schedule Substitute Mentors
Assistant Lead Mentor
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A Weekly Mentor who fills in for the Lead Mentor as needed
Volunteer for Summer Book Club
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Volunteer as a Weekly or Substitute Mentor at our Reading Mentors summer program on Tuesday afternoons. Learn more about Summer Book Club here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sort of training will The Canby Center provide to mentors?
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Prior to their first reading session with a child, Reading Mentors will be provided with all the training they need. This includes school specific orientation, safety measures, reading tips, and more.
What is the time commitment?
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Weekly Mentors commit to a 1-hour reading time each week, through the 2024-2025 academic year.
What if I want to volunteer but am not available weekly?
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You can be a Substitute Mentor, filling in for Weekly Mentors as needed.
How are students selected for this program?
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Since principals and other school staff are most familiar with the needs of their individual students, we believe that they are best qualified to identify the students who are likely to benefit from our model of support. School staff select students they think will benefit from the program.