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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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Oh, The Places You’ll Go!

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Boston Partners in Education

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”~ Dr. Seuss   Executive Director Pamela Civins shares her thoughts about Big Cheese Reads on the eve of our … Continue reading →

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National Volunteer Week Profile: RSVP Member Jane Hans

Posted on April 21, 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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Volunteer Spotlight: Martha Byington, Math Rules!

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Boston Partners in Education

Martha Byington is a second year volunteer at the Blackstone Elementary School in the South End. She visits two classrooms each week. One of these is Lisa Goncalves-Lavin’s first grade class. Martha has been a lifelong volunteer: in fact, she’s … Continue reading →

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