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Literacy Lab Programming
Literacy Lab is a program dedicated to provide support for children in elementary school who struggle to read. Our program aims to address this issue by providing 1:1 research-based tutoring with a William & Mary volunteer at least once a week to grow the child's knowledge and skills with reading. We partner with William & Mary School of Education's Clinical Faculty and Coordinator of the Elementary Education Program, Debbie Ramer.
Literacy Lab Volunteer Requirements
Weekly AttendanceAs a Literacy Lab tutor, you will volunteer in the schools 1.5-2 hours each week, supporting students who need extra literacy help. You will follow tutoring plans made by the graduate students in the School of Education to assist the students and receive feedback on tutoring notes you will write after each session. Consistent, on-time weekly attendance is critical to our relationships with schools, students, and families. In the case of illness/family emergency, you must inform your team leaders in advance |
Trainings & Issue EducationFor Literacy Lab, Professor Ramer will lead her own, individual training sessions throughout the semester, in addition to onboarding trainings for new members. As a Literacy Lab volunteer, you are exempt from GSP trainings (not including onboarding). You are required to go to one issue education per semester. |
Reflection SessionsCommunity engagement is most meaningful when it is paired with education on the social issue being addressed and critical reflection. Being part of Literacy Lab, you are required to participate in at least two reflection sessions a semester with the group facilitated by the Literacy Lab Coordinator or Professor Ramer. |