Category Archives: Power Lunch

Guest Blog: ASA is Back in Action

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Boston Partners in Education

Guest blog post by volunteer academic mentor Tim Morris of American Student Assistance Here at Boston Partners, fall is the season to gear up for the new school year and get volunteers back into classrooms.  For Power Lunch in particular, this … Continue reading →

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On Your Marks, Get Set…Go! 2014 Marathon Team is off to a Strong Start

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Boston Partners in Education

Sidewalks and roads are treacherous as winter storms continue to strike the Boston area. Considering the harsh conditions, most people would balk at the chance to run outside for 15+ miles each week. Yet we have a hearty group of … Continue reading →

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State Street Wins Top Honor for Dedication to Mentoring

Posted on January 14, 2014 by Boston Partners in Education

Congratulations to our loyal supporter State Street for being named to the Corporate Mentoring Honor Roll and receiving its highest honor– the Ignite Award! This award program was launched this year by Mass Mentoring Partnership to recognize Massachusetts businesses of … Continue reading →

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An Investment with a Priceless Return

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

Financial services company becomes integral part of school community For companies in the financial sector, success begins with making a good investment. Natixis Global Asset Management (Natixis), a global firm with a Boston office, took this idea to a new … Continue reading →

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More Than a Part-time Job

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

What makes a job more than just work? One answer might be when you really enjoy it. Another is when it impacts your life positively, encouraging involvement in your community. For our Site Coordinators, their position is so much more … Continue reading →

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A Lasting Impression

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

Jim Malerba is the Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer at State Street Corporation. He’s also a Big Cheese Reader. The Big Cheese Reads is an opportunity for successful business and community leaders like Jim make visits to middle school … Continue reading →

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National Volunteer Week Profile: Corporate Volunteer, Eric Hautala

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Boston Partners in Education

Boston Partners in Education is always recruiting volunteer academic mentors. We search for volunteers from the community and local businesses. The opportunity to work in a classroom in the Boston Public Schools (BPS) appeals to many different people, from all … Continue reading →

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Spotlight On: Gardner Pilot Academy

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Boston Partners in Education

For 13 years, Boston Partners in Education has brought Power Lunch to the students of the Gardner Pilot Academy (GPA). Every week volunteers from Abt Associates, The Bulfinch Companies, and Genzyme Corporation come to read to and mentor first-third grade … Continue reading →

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Once Upon A Time

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Boston Partners in Education

In fairytales, fairy godmothers are whimsical characters – able to grant wishes with the wave of a wand. They are special figures in the life of a main character that help to make their dreams come true. For one teacher … Continue reading →

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Happy Summer Reading!

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Boston Partners in Education

Power Lunch volunteers: what book are you buying as an end of year gift for your student?!? If this question has been plaguing you during Power Lunch pizza party season – have no fear! Here are some wonderful age-appropriate selections … Continue reading →

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