Volunteers needed in local schools

Peg Kelley works with a student
Photo courtesy Power of One

Get Involved, Go Back To School

The Power of One Volunteer program is launching a new effort to help students in Shoreline Public Schools with their homework, math and reading skills. To do that, more volunteer tutors are needed at several elementary schools in the district.

Becoming a volunteer tutor is easy. There is a short training and orientation as well as an application process and Washington State Patrol background check. Adults who can give his or her time on a consistent basis is welcome.

Teachers and staff appreciate the help community volunteers can give in busy classrooms and libraries. Volunteers stay active and feel more connected to the students in their neighborhood and community.

• Briarcrest, Syre and Meridian Park are in need of volunteer tutors to help students after school in the homework lab. These programs are held at school after the school day ends and are lead by a teacher or staff person.
• Cascade K-8 is looking for tutors to help students in grades 4-6 with basic math skills, mornings Monday-Friday.
• Meridian Park 1st and 2nd grade reading groups mornings Monday-Thursday.

Other opportunities at area schools are also available. Benefits of joining Power of One include access to free training and resources, a school district badge, and coordinator support.

By joining Power of One, volunteers provide consistent help to students, teachers and staff in Shoreline Public Schools. They become part of the school community, showing students that education matters. Power of One Volunteers must undergo a Washington State Patrol background check and a short application process.

To apply to the program, contact volunteer coordinator, Karen Kessinger, 206-365-1169, or 

Sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center, Power of One matches people from the community with volunteer opportunities in the Shoreline school district..

About Power of One Senior Volunteer Program

The program started in 1996 and is a partnership of the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center and the Shoreline school district. During the 2011-12 school year, a core of about 55 Power of One Volunteers put in nearly 4000 hours of time at Shoreline schools and programs. The Shoreline Public Schools Foundation also supports Power of One.