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Program impact
Triple Win
For Students
For Students
Higher test scores and gains in reading achievement.
"Research shows that Experience Corps tutors can increase student reading skills. That’s great news for the many people of all ages who want to respond to President Obama’s call to service and want to know that their efforts make a significant difference."
– Jean Grossman, Princeton University
For Schools
For Students
A reduction in suspension rates and principal referrals.
"We had no suspensions this year of K-3 students as a result of Experience Corps. The volunteers caught a lot of situations early, which made the difference. Plus, the program has made a difference in reading comprehension, language, and vocabulary. It allows teachers to individualize instruction better and meet the specialized needs of children."
– Jackie Waters-Scofield, principal
Guilford Elementary/Middle, Baltimore
For Members
For Students
Improved physical, mental and social well-being
"Giving back to your community may slow the aging process in ways that lead to a higher quality of life in older adults."
– Linda P. Fried, M.D., Mailman School of Public Health,
Columbia University, New York
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"In the 21st century, the best anti-poverty program around is a world-class education. And in this country, the success of our children cannot depend more on where they live than on their potential."

-President Obama, "State of the Union," January 27, 2010
"Together, we can continue our commitment to education innovation by investing in Experience Corps, a program that helps elementary students by increasing the number of older adult tutors and mentors in the classroom. Independent research shows that Experience Corps works: Third-grade reading and math scores are rising and students feel safer at school."

-Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, State of the City Speech, February 22, 2010