Thanks to our Real Men Read Sponsors
Thanks to our 2016-2017 Real Men Read sponsors for bringing MENtors and books into the learning lives of kindergartners.
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3, 2, 1... Countdown to Kindergarten
June 2016
“I know all of my letters.”
“I can spell my name.”
Learn + Read + Play + Laugh = Succeed
April in Bloomington is the Month of the Young Child, and United Way of Monroe County has reason to celebrate! By focusing attention on the needs of young children and their families, United Way of Monroe County is investing in the future of our community’s children through several programs and partnerships.
High School + Career Help at Your Fingertips
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Growing a Love for Reading
"They're totally awesome." "I read 'Corduroy' yesterday, and my brother read a little bit of it." Kindergarteners are clearly excited to be taking part in United Way’s Real Men Read program.
Once a month, male volunteers read to kindergarteners in their classrooms, and each child is provided with a copy of the book to take home. These 18 volunteers, called “MENtors,” show students that reading is important to everyone.
Roadmap to Success
For students, parents, and counselors, an innovative tool to help guide career and school choices is now available.
Kindergarten Countdown 2015
The City of Bloomington Fire Department (BFD) is partnering with United Way of Monroe County and IU Health f
Parent Tools
Welcome to your one-stop shop for early learning education materials. United Way believes that one of the building blocks for a better life is supporting a vibrant and strong early childhood experience. Along with partners we strive to educate community members about the importance of early learning activiites, such as reading regularly and learning through play.
Buy Books, Help Kids!
Thinking about a new spring read? Head to Barnes & Noble between April 18 and 25 and your purchase can provide books for at-risk kids taking part in this summer's Kindergarten Countdown!
Duke Energy Grant Makes Literacy Initiative Possible
Volunteer mentors will be will be returning to Spencer-Owen Community Schools’ kindergarten classrooms this year and begin visiting Richland Bean Blossom Schools' kindergarten classrooms to inspire a love of reading.
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