ALBANY– The Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York (JFNENY), working with the Jewish Coalition for Literacy, is creating a group of volunteers to work with school children in the Albany City School District. The Jewish Coalition for Literacy is looking for Albany-based volunteer reading coaches. To become a coach, interested participants must volunteer for at least one hour a week to read with children in kindergarten through third grade in one of the participating Albany schools to.
According to the National Literacy Institute, approximately 40% of students across the nation cannot read at a basic level and almost 70% of low-income fourth grade students cannot read at a basic level.
“The Capital Region Jewish community wants to do its part to bring a love of reading and learning to students,” said Lauren Iselin, chairwoman of the JFNENY’s literacy committee. “We’re proud to partner with Albany City Schools on this program which can make a difference in many young lives.”
Miriam Kean, literacy coordinator, at [email protected] or 518-783-7800, ext. 239, can provide details about joining the Jewish Coalition for Literacy.
