Tag Archives: Boston

Meet our 2015 Marathon Team

Posted on December 10, 2014 by Boston Partners in Education

marathon: (măr-ə-thŏn’) Noun 1). A footrace of 26 miles, 385 yards; 2). A contest of endurance As if it wasn’t already, The Boston Marathon® has become a household name across the U.S. and quite possibly, the world.  There are many reasons one … 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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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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The 2013 Rodman Ride for Kids: One Day, One Big Difference

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

Imagine a crisp September morning in the gentle hills of Foxborough, Massachusetts, brisk but with the promise of summer-like day.  A large crowd gathers, and within it patches of bright colored shirts begin to form as teammates locate one another. … 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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Big Cheese Readers Encourage Students to “Read in Between the Lines”

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

Boston’s best and brightest community and business leaders teach middle schoolers that career success is viable, but literacy is the first step. For Boston’s students, summer is here and school is almost out.  However, we hope that students will remember … 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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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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5 Things I’ve Learned

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

This summer the Pearson Foundation launched a website showcasing a collection of personal reflections from education leaders devoted to improving the fortunes of others through learning called, Five Things I’ve Learned. We were intrigued by the concept and asked our … Continue reading →

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