by TeamReadUser | Nov 21, 2016 | Newsletter Archives
Christine’s first language was Cantonese and as an elementary student learning English she struggled with reading. In 8th grade she applied to be a reading coach. “I wanted to give back to kids who were like me,” she said. Christine was also excited to join her...
by TeamReadUser | Nov 2, 2016 | Newsletter Archives
As part of the Team Read reading mentor/coach application process, candidates must write an essay that explains why they would be a good reading coach. As always, we received many great responses, so it was hard to choose just one to share. Below is an essay written...
by TeamReadUser | Nov 1, 2016 | Newsletter Archives
Kimhieng was so excited to meet her Team Read coach, she could barely sit in her seat. “I told my dad, I want to do Team Read! I’m so happy to do Team Read! I’m so happy to see my tutor!” Melody, Kimhieng’s coach, did her best to contain this enthusiasm. “I want to...
by TeamReadUser | Nov 1, 2016 | Newsletter Archives
On Friday, October 21st, we hosted an exciting event at Social Venture Partners to kick off the newly-formed Team Read Alumni Network. Former reading coaches had the opportunity to participate in a discussion with local business professionals, as they talked about...
by TeamReadUser | Oct 31, 2016 | Alumni Stories
Job Title: Bilingual Teaching Fellow Company: Highline Public Schools I didn’t know it at the time, but my experience as a Team Read reading coach at the age of 16 would be one that would greatly influence my professional trajectory in my adult years. In 2000, during...
