Reading Mentors DO:

• Bring joy to the student’s day!
• Build positive experiences with books and reading
• Provide one-one attention for student
• Use reading material driven by student interest
• Expose students to many genres of reading
• Consistent engagement throughout the school year

Reading Mentors ARE NOT:

• A formal tutor or tutoring session
• A small group lesson
• Assessing the student’s skills pre/post sessions
• Working on spelling lists or homework

Students are identified by the teacher:

• In 1st, 2nd and 3rd grades
• Possibly adding Kindergarten students in future
• To grow confidence
• To practice speaking and reading
• To be read to; to have more positive interactions
• To build comprehension

For further questions or details, email mentoring@poepto.org.