Make A Difference in a Child’s Life With School on Wheels of Massachusetts

The Following is a press release from School on Wheels:

Can you spare an hour or two a week to change the future of a child experiencing homelessness?

School on Wheels of Massachusetts (SOWMA) is seeking volunteers to become one-on-one afterschool tutors/mentors and positive adult role models for children experiencing homelessness in New Bedford.

The greatest need now is for English- and Spanish-speaking volunteers to tutor at the HarbOur House in New Bedford on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Volunteer tutor training will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2012, from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm at HarbOur House, 713 Shawmut Ave., New Bedford.

SOWMA tutors help pre-K through 12th grade students overcome obstacles to learning and achieve their full educational potential. Tutors receive training in effective tutoring strategies and ongoing support from SOWMA’s professional staff. No prior experience is needed. A three month commitment is requested. Volunteers are required to go through a 2.5 hour tutor training session before working with a SOWMA student.

To find out more about becoming a one-on-one afterschool tutor/mentor for a child experiencing homelessness in New Bedford, Brockton, Middleboro, Norwell, or Stoughton, contact Robin Gilbert at robin@sowma.org, or phone 508.587-9091. Learn more by visiting the SOWMA website at www.sowma.org.

ABOUT SCHOOL ON WHEELS OF MASSACHUSETTS

School on Wheels of Massachusetts is the only organization providing one-on-one tutoring, new backpacks and school supplies, and educational advocacy and support to children experiencing homelessness in multiple locations. SOWMA is dedicated to helping each child reach his or her full academic potential. To make a donation to SOWMA or to find out more about their programs for children and teens impacted by homelessness, visit their website at www.sowma.org, or call 508-587-9091.