Site Spotlight: Oliver Elementary School
How many members are serving at this site?
During the 2016-2017 school, there was one Teach For America teacher and AmeriCorps member working at Oliver Elementary School, Bibi Tillery, who was in her first year teaching. In addition, we have 4 Teach For America and AmeriCorps alumni members working at Oliver Elementary School. Another AmeriCorps affiliated program, Jones Valley Teaching Farm, also places members at this site. What is your organization’s goal at this site?
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Elizabeth Jackson - Birmingham Engaging in STEM
Why did you join AmeriCorps? "When I first applied to the program it was my hope to help the children I would meet fall in love with reading, as I did at an early age. At that time I didn’t know that the focus of the program had changed to STEM. Science is my passion, but to get through it you need a strong foundation in math. I want to help the children I tutor learn to enjoy math so that later they can find even greater enjoyment in science. The mission of BETA is one that
Viny Memula - IMPACT Alabama
Why AmeriCorps? "I wanted to have an opportunity to actively work in the community before I applied to graduate school." Favorite part of service? "I love interacting with the little kids on FocusFirst screenings and coaching a middle school debate team!" Favorite thing to do when you aren't serving? "I like playing going to the gym and playing basketball." Favorite snack? "POPCORN." Favorite soda? "Pepsi."
What are your plans after AmeriCorps? "I hope to get into medical sc
Che J. Hatter - YWCA of Central Alabama
Why did you join AmeriCorps? "I have a background in social justice work, and I wanted to utilize my experience to benefit my hometown." What is your favorite part of service? "I'm partnered with an organization addressing poverty and homelessness. My service site deals with a wide range of issues, because housing is a foundation for community and building a healthy community means empowering people who are experiencing homelessness. So I have the opportunity to impact folks
Site Spotlight: W. O. Parmer Summer Camp
How many members are serving at this site? We have two members serving at this site. What is your organizations goal at this site? During the summer the AmeriCorps members serve in classrooms on a rotational basis performing interventional activities in reading and math. Because of the Summer Camp theme, members also participate in arts, crafts, drama and recreational activities during the day. What is something exciting that has happened at this site? In July, the entire Sum
Site Spotlight: Norwood Resource Center
How many members are serving at this site? We currently have 3 Americorps service members. What is your organizations goal at this site? Our core focus is to improve the livelihood and quality of life in all of the families we serve. \ What is something exciting that has happened at this site? We recently received a grant that will change the lives of 10 families!
Site Spotlight: Martha Gaskins Elementary School
How many members are serving at this site? We have two members serving at Martha Gaskins Elementary. What is your organizations goal at this site? The goal of BETA is to ensure 200 urban students are proficient in mathematical and scientific concepts by year end. What is something exciting that has happened at this site? The students have thoroughly enjoyed practicing math fluency skills with Ms. Harris and all of their scores have increased tremendously.
