by TeamReadAdmin | Jun 17, 2026 | Coach Corner, Newsletter Archives, Tutor Stories
Aurora, a 2026 graduate and four-year-coach, delivered these remarks at a recent celebration: My name is Aurora Currie Palmer. This is my 4th year doing Team Read. I am a site assistant and coach at Campbell Hill Elementary and a Team Read ambassador. When I was a...
by TeamReadAdmin | Jun 17, 2026 | Events, Impact, Newsletter Archives, Success Stories, Uncategorized
This year, 329 reading pairs worked hard and accomplished great things with Team Read. We’re incredibly proud of the dedication and effort shown by all of our readers and coaches as we wrapped up our 28th year of school year programs. The final weeks were action...
by TeamReadAdmin | Apr 23, 2026 | Coach Corner, Impact, Newsletter Archives, Tutor Stories
Four years ago Juno was a freshman at Garfield High School, and a first-year coach at Team Read. In early 2023, Juno and her reader Barkot, were featured in the Team Read video She Looks Like Me. We recently checked in with Juno who is now a senior, and talked about...
by TeamReadAdmin | Mar 5, 2026 | Events
A magical experience is in store! At this year’s benefit luncheon, you’ll take a peek behind the curtain as Team Read staff and teen reading coaches reveal what makes this program so special. We’re proud to welcome Newbery Award winning author...
by TeamReadAdmin | Feb 18, 2026 | Impact, Kids Perspective, Newsletter Archives, Success Stories, Tutor Stories
Team Read coaches are juggling a lot. Beyond their time in our program, they’re balancing schoolwork, friendships, family responsibilities, extracurriculars, and the big question of what comes next after high school. And within Team Read, the juggling continues....
by TeamReadUser | Dec 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
By Mae Dela Cruz My journey at Team Read started when I was in Elementary School. I was in third grade when I remember being told that I had to start going to an after-school program where I would practice my reading, as English was my second language. For the rest of...
by TeamReadUser | Oct 15, 2025 | Impact, Tutor Stories
It’s the first day of Team Read coach training and teens are gathered on Zoom, using a “mood meter” to share how they feel. Looking at a collage of different sheep, each coach chooses a sheep that they find most relatable in the moment. They put their answers in the...
by TeamReadAdmin | Sep 16, 2025 | Events
We hope you’ll join us for a festive fall event to launch Team Read’s school year programs! All ages are welcome. Free to attend, no RSVP is necessary. Books and funds donated through this event will set readers and coaches up for success in the...
by TeamReadAdmin | Aug 19, 2025 | Newsletter Archives, Success Stories, Tutor Stories
Finding My Voice When I first started this internship, I was nervous. I showed up to my first Zoom meeting in a white button-down shirt, unsure of what to expect, only to realize everyone else was in casual clothes. I barely spoke. My voice was quiet. But...
by TeamReadAdmin | Aug 19, 2025 | Executive Director Reflections
Recently, while taking a walk, I was struck by the beauty of a multicolored tree in my neighborhood. After taking in the hues of green, yellow, orange, and red, I was hit with the realization that fall is right around the corner! With every changing season, I’m...
