Category Archives: Volunteer Stories

More than a Mentor

Posted on January 9, 2015 by Boston Partners in Education

It’s National Mentoring Month, a time to focus national attention on the need for mentors, and work together to ensure positive outcomes for our young people. At Boston Partners in Education, we refer to our volunteers as academic mentors, caring … Continue reading →

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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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Mother Knows Best

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Boston Partners in Education

On Mother’s Day we celebrate the bonds we have with some of the most loving and nurturing people we know. At Boston Partners in Education, we’re always celebrating our wonderful academic mentors, who nurture and encourage a dedication to academic … Continue reading →

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Volunteer Week Spotlight: Kathy Strand

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Boston Partners in Education

National Volunteer Week, April 6-12, 2014, is about inspiring, recognizing and encouraging people to seek out imaginative ways to engage in their communities. It’s about demonstrating to the nation that by working together, we have the fortitude to meet our … Continue reading →

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Exceeding Expectations: College Student Uncovers His Passion for Teaching through Volunteerism

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

When an academic mentor enters a Boston Public Schools classroom to work with a struggling student, the extra attention from a caring adult can have a huge influence on the student’s life. While assisting a student with reading, writing or … Continue reading →

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Energy Company Gives Math Rules! a Power Boost

Posted on August 2, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

$9,500 grant from The National Grid Foundation will support the Math Rules! program in the 2013-2014 school year We all know that National Grid is in the business of providing energy to millions of homes and businesses, but did you … Continue reading →

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Riding Bikes and Changing Lives at the Rodman Ride for Kids

Posted on July 19, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

Team Boston Partners has its sights set on raising $25,000 in under three months On September 28, 2013, over 1,500 bicycling enthusiasts will gather in Foxboro to participate in a non-competitive cycling event to help raise funds and awareness for … Continue reading →

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Mother-Daughter Bond Strengthened Through Volunteering

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

Volunteering can be a great way to get out into the community, try new things and meet new people. But did you know it can also bring you closer together with a loved one? For Joan Farahmand and her daughter … 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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Guarding The Future

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

When Wendell Williams’ grandson was four years old, he told Wendell that reading was for suckers. Wendell, a long-time academic mentor with Boston Partners in Education’s program, Math Rules!,  was unwilling to let his grandson grow up with such a … Continue reading →

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