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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."
"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
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."
"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
Guilford Elementary/Middle, Baltimore
