What our
Edison
Volunteers have to say about the
After School Program |
Learning to multiply with a cool teenager,
By Ryleigh Cloyd, Edison State Communications Student
There was a lot of genuine quality and tons of value that came from
tutoring students in grades kindergarten through six. Using free time
throughout the semester to help kids who struggle with reading,
writing, and math is really a great way to spend time. And being able
to work with different kids of different ages every time I tutor was a
nice experience. I became... read
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After School Program at Edison… Making a Difference in the World,
Jim Kildow, Edison Student Volunteer - I have put in over 60 hours at
the afterschool program. As a result I like to consider myself fairly
knowledgeable about the mechanics of the program – how it works, why it
works, and what needs fixing. Originally I had assumed this option for
the final was provided only as an easy way to get more tutors for the
program. By the end of my first day, I understood why...
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After School Program at Edison… An experience I’ll remember forever,
By Kinsey Goins, Edison Student Volunteer - The After School Program
was a very unique, fulfilling, and satisfying experience. At first I
wasn't sure if I was going to like the program since I didn't know any
of the kids, or have any previous experience working in that type of
environment. All of the Edison core values were used over the course of
my participation in the program and it... read
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After School Program at Edison… This may change their future,
By Seth Phillippi, Edison Student Volunteer - I believe I have made a
good choice in choosing to do the after school program. This is one of
the best ways I can spend my free time. I enjoy coming and helping the
kids. I am thinking about helping out even after the semester is over.
I think the after school program has a good benefit from being in
communication class. I have used my own critical thinking during the... read
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After School Program at Edison… A Valuable Experience I’ll need later in
Life,
By Makenzie Stucky, Edison student volunteer - I feel as if I have
gained valuable skills that will benefit me later in life through
helping with this program. As I plan to be a teacher I believe that
this experience has been very valuable to me because it has shown me
some of the things I will have to deal with when I do become a teacher.
I think it was extra valuable because it has taught me...
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After School Program at Edison… This Program has Rededicated my Commitment
to Learning,
By Courtney Toops, Edison Student Volunteer - The program in my opinion
was effective throughout the weeks. I think the children began to have
fun learning, made new friends, learned respect. Some of the students
are less than eager to leave when being told they are being picked up.
The age group is appropriate as well, since K-4th grade is when they
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After School Program at Edison… The Program a Positive Reinforcement to the
Students,
By Samantha Buchy, Edison Student Volunteer - The after school program
was a great addition to our schools, and our students. This program was
designed to open a free after school program for students, which
provided tutoring and companionship for these young students. The
workers help the students with homework or understanding new lessons... read
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After School Program at Edison… Helping kids become better students,
By Bryce Filbrun, Edison Student Volunteer - I have gained a lot from
participating in the after school program. By participating in the
program, I have gained a lot of respect for my parents. I have learned
that my parents have raised me in a way that I respect my schooling and
my grades. I have learned how to be more patient. When working with the
little kids, you have to be patient... read
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After School Program at Edison… Giving back to the community,
By Shayna Emrick, Edison Student Volunteer - I have chosen to do the
After School Program at Edison. It is very valuable to me. I have
always valued knowledge and school, so this program is an excellent way
to get me involved with the community more. Also, there are benefits
from every side. The volunteer benefits from the satisfaction of giving
back to the community and making... read
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Empowering After School Program… Some
are great; some are little rascals,
By Cade McGlinch, Edison Volunteer - The After School Program is a
program to help students with their homework after school. I
learned many things from various kids during the program. I also
thought that there were a few things that could have gone better.
Some kids were great; on the other hand, some kids were little
rascals. One of the things that I learned from these nice... read
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Empowering After School Program… Tiny smiles when something ‘clicks’,
By Madisyn Pieper, Edison Volunteer - I completed over 24 hours of
volunteering for the After School Program. During that time I had some
great conversations and moments with the children. In reflection I wish
that I could have given more time to the program but it was hard to
find time while being a full time college student with two jobs. In my
personal opinion I believe... read
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Empowering After School Program… The experience has been an eye-opener,
By Mac Kirk, Edison Volunteer -- Choosing the After School Program for
my communications final gave me great trepidation. I understood that
participating in a community service activity would be beneficial on my
resume, but then there were the little people. I had zero experience
with children and it gave me anxiety to think about the prospect.
Growing up, I dealt with one older brother. I have no first cousins... read
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After School
Program benefits students, teachers and parents,
By Macy Godown, Edison Volunteer - The value of The After School
Program is significant. Students who may not have gone home and done
their homework in previous years are now getting home in the evenings
with all their work already completed. This is not only beneficial to
the students, but also to the teachers who now have students completing
their work and to the parents who no... read
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Edison students
speak out about After School Program, By Bob Robinson
“This program was a phenomenal experience. It helped me grow as a
person; some days I didn't want to be there or had a bad day and I
would have to put all that aside because some of the kids could be
having a rough day and I’d need to be there for them.” “In my personal
opinion I believe that the After School Program could make the
difference for a child who may be... read
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