As most of you know by now, I am leaving SAYL due to a family matter. As I look back over the last year I am proud of the transformation I have witnessed at SAYL. When I came on board I distinctly remember hearing every day from the SAYL staff, “Do you have internet?”  That is not what you want to hear when you are trying to run a business! Today, the infrastructure is in place and the Reading Buddy Program is solid… Read full article here.

Save the date! Join the Big Give Movement and join SAYL on Tuesday, May 3 for SA’s day of giving!

Tell us why you will #givelocal on May 3. Take a selfie or post a short video, and don’t forget to tag us! @SAYouthLiteracy

Reading Buddy Tip – Read Aloud

Take some time occasionally in your reading sessions to read TO your students. Remember that their listening comprehension is higher than their reading comprehension, so they can understand and enjoy a story that they might not be able to read on their own. Select a book from the SAYL trunk at a higher level or visit the school’s library.

Our April Reading Buddy of the month is Officer Leigh Holderby. This is Officer Holderby’s first year as a Reading Buddy at Ball Elementary. When our staff met Officer Holderby for her day of tutoring she was enthusiastic and excited to meet her two students.

Do you know a Reading Buddy or Site Director that should be featured as one of monthly spotlights? Nominate them here!