What a time we are (still) navigating. The ever-evolving pandemic and the new risks with the Delta variant are making us much more wary of what the fall will look like. As schools and programs begin to reopen, we want to share some helpful links to the up-to-date resources to help with your planning...
Announcing a special discount for staff of YDEKC Member Organizations:
$50 off registration for School's Out Washington's virtual Bridge Conference on October 26-29!
Available to the first 20 YDEKC Member staff to request them (two discounted tickets per organization)! Email info@ydekc.org to request your discounted ticket.
WAHOO! Best Starts for Kids 2.0 has officially passed! See this press release about the implementation plan before King County Council.
Update: The City Budget Task Force for Seattle Human Services Coalition has presented their recommendations to Seattle City Council and the mayor’s office! We will be hearing more soon and will keep you updated on any information.
Team Read has been a YDEKC Member organization since 2013. Since 1997, they have propelled young students to become inspired, joyful readers and have supported teens to become impactful leaders — providing a meaningful first job and building stronger communities for all.Teachers refer second through third grade students (and fourth grade, where available) reading at least one year below grade level proficiency to participate in their programs. Team Read recruits, hires, and trains teen reading coaches from nearby middle and high schools to tutor these young students after school.
Team Read has partnered with twenty-two elementary schools in Seattle and Highline Public Schools during the 2020-2021 school year alone, including several new additions in North and West Seattle — watch for additional growth in South King County. Check out their newsletter archives, featuring program updates and stories about their reading pairs.
They are currently recruiting Seattle teens (Grades 8 – 12) to work as one-on-one reading coaches for the 2021-2022 school year, tutoring elementary students after school 2-4 hours per week online. No experience necessary — if you know teens who have a passion to work with students and build social justice, Team Read provides all necessary training. Apply by September 15!
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