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Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions

How do I become a volunteer?

Step One:
Fill in our Volunteer Form

Step Two:
Fill in paperwork to be approved to volunteer in the school you’ve chosen to volunteer.

Links to forms and information on the schools we serve can be found here.

NOTE: If you are not working directly with students you do not need to fill in the district forms (i.e. helping with NEWSLETTER or social media)

How much time will I need to commit to as a ROW volunteer?

30 minutes a week.

We ask that volunteers commit to meeting with their student weekly for roughly 30 minutes throughout the entire school year.

Our goal is to create a relationship between the student and volunteer. We realize that time will be taken off for vacations and illnesses.

Can I read with more than one student?

Absolutely! Many volunteers love the experience and they choose to read with two or more students. Each student is read with independently.

Do I need to bring materials to read with the student?

The teacher will provide appropriate reading materials for the student. This may include a passage, word game, whiteboard, flashcards or a book.

Do you have any other volunteer positions available?

YES! Your help would be greatly appreciated with inputting data, greeting new volunteers or compiling our newsletter. If you are interested, please contact us to find out more!

What schools do you serve?

You can read about the schools we currently volunteer with here.

Can I choose the Grade Level of my ROW Reader?

You will be provided list of available students, their teacher’s name, grade level and available days and times of the week that student can be read with.

You then get to choose what works best with your schedule.

The day and time of the week that you choose, then becomes your scheduled weekly time to read with your student.

How do I know where to go once I sign up for a student?

A representative of ROW will meet you at the school before your first ROW session to show you around the school and orient you to the program.

Students Reached

727

Books Gifted

4,882

Reading Hours

5,162

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