A Letter from Julie McClure, CalSERVES Program Director
2010-2011 AmeriCorps Members,
As CalSERVES programs begin their new year, I wanted to share with you some reflections from those impacted most by our program and my wishes for your year.
I think B has benefited from having a tutor and from being in After School. She lost her mother this year and she really connected with her tutor and was able to open up with her and talk. She’s so shy in the classroom. She’s been through so much. I’m glad she had that all-important one-on-one time with her mentor. I’m grateful to her mentor for taking her under her wing. - Teacher
Remember that every day you can make THE difference in someone’s life.
During my year of service I have come across challenges, and with these challenges have come rewards. The rewards are simple smiles on the faces of my students, and the excitement they share with me when they understand what we’ve practiced for weeks. I have better honed my skills and my patience…and have also reaffirmed my love for helping kids. – CalSERVES AmeriCorps Mentor
I realized this month that Social Services are what I want to do in life, and it took AmeriCorps for me to recognize my talents and passion for helping others. I am so thankful to have come so far and to have gained so much experience being in AmeriCorps. I value this program for a multitude of reasons. –VIP AmeriCorps Mentor
Take advantage of the growth and development opportunities available to you.
I really like tutoring because it is fun and we do the big three: learning, reading, and writing. I have had so many achievements. – CalSERVES Student
Celebrate all your successes!
I am proud of the work you are doing and of the accomplishments I am sure you will have throughout your year of service.
Julie McClure, Program Director
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