Wednesday, May 5, 2010

El Buen Pastor - Summer Volunteer Opportunities

For more information or to volunteer: 924-0401 or Info@elbuenpastorLCS.org

Join us for an exciting summer of enrichment and learning at El Buen Pastor Latino Community Services!

· Our summer programs will be offered for 6 weeks, from June 21 through July 29.

· Volunteers must be 16 years of age, although students who have completed 6th grade may serve along with a parent or other adult.

· Spanish language skills are not necessary, although bilingual volunteers are welcome.

Elementary Tutoring Summer Enrichment: Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, 4:00-5:15. Volunteers to work one-on-one helping with reading and basic skills. Volunteers must be able to attend 8 of the 12 sessions.

Elementary Tutoring Summer Remediation: Monday and Wednesday afternoons, 4:00-5:15. Trained educators to help students who are working below grade level. Volunteers must be able to attend 8 of the 12 sessions.

Gang awareness and prevention program for elementary students: Monday and Wednesday afternoons, 4:00-5:00. Mentors and facilitators to work with children and/or their parents, on a one-time or throughout-the-summer basis.

Summer Arts Program: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 5:00-6:00. Volunteers to guide or assist with a variety of creative and performing arts, including 2D and 3D art, crafts, dance, pantomime, and music. We can use volunteers who can come only one or two sessions, as well as those who can serve all 6 weeks. Donations of art supplies are welcome!

Youth Enrichment Activities: Monday- Thursday 2:00-4:00. Volunteers to develop mentoring friendships with middle school students through various activities at El Buen Pastor and throughout the community. Volunteers are asked to participate in at least 4 sessions.

Family Sports Activities: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 6:00-7:00. Families and individuals are welcome to join the folks of El Buen Pastor for informal volleyball, soccer, basketball, running, and playground play.

Community Vegetable Garden: throughout the summer! Let us know if you are interested in donating plants, tools, or expertise.