Learning Leaders Inc

Filing Period

Jul 1, 2009 to Jun 30, 2010

Signed

Apr 5, 2011

Return Version

2009v1.7

Gross Receipts

$7,843,075

Mission

Major Activities

Activity 2

Elementary School: Learning Leaders' program staff work with principals at elementary schools to design a customized program that meets school goals using two strategies outlined in our mission: 1) recruiting and training volunteers to support student success and 2) providing parent education programs that bridge home and school learning. Volunteer training sessions teach parents and community members to work with students in academic subjects while demystifying the NYC public school system, academic standards and child development. Parent education series include information on school transitions, working with elementary students at home and parents' own personal and educational development. The majority of our volunteers work one-on-one or with a small group of students in elementary school classrooms and libraries. Some volunteers also give general assistance to a teacher. Volunteers are asked to serve a minimum of 2 hours per week from September through May. All volunteers are supervised by school personnel. Learning Leaders' first evaluation of our parent engagement programs, a 2002 study by the Arete Corporation, found that our approach makes a difference in parents' behavior at home with their children, that their children perform better academically than peers, and that the program has a beneficial impact on school environment. Children of Learning Leaders were absent 20% to 25% less and more scored at or above grade level on fourth grade ELA and math exams than peers. Our work with elementary school administrators who recognize the importance of parent empowerment and community involvement helped Learning Leaders' schools receive higher ratings on the NYC Department of Education's Learning Environment Surveys than schools in their cohort groups. Our programs are concentrated in low-income communities of color. Of parent participants, 35% identify as Latino, 29% African as American, and 23% as recent immigrants and 50% speak a language other than English at home.

Activity 3

Middle Schools: The Learning Leaders Middle School Program is a resource that middle schools utilize to provide integrated parental and community engagement, one of the five key elements outlined in the New York City Department of Education's Blueprint for Middle School Success. Elementary schools also utilize our program to prepare families of fifth grade students for the transition from elementary school to middle school. For parents a program is designed help parents of fifth, sixth, seventh or eighth grade students to confidently support their children's educational development through the middle school years and beyond. Parents can volunteer and or participate in our Middle School Family Education Program. All volunteers can participate in Learning Leaders Middle School Program giving a unique opportunity to get involved in New York City public schools and support our students.The following are the Middle School programs offered by Learning Leaders. "How to Volunteer in Middle School." By attending the Learning Leaders Middle School Program training, you will learn about adolescent development, working with middle school students, middle school standards and ways you can provide assistance to students and schools. Once you have completed the three day training, you can participate at a Learning Leaders middle school in: "General Service Volunteers" General adult support with events, parent outreach, clerical help, and student activities such as service projects and school clubs. "Academic Volunteers" As tutors: under the direction of a school staff member, assist with one to one, or small group academic study. "Class Coaches" support to teachers by working with students during class, assisting with group projects, offering class talks on industries, careers and education. "Making the Transition to Middle School" This session informs participants about their middle school choices, the middle school environment and the changes that children and families will face during this transition. "Help Your Child Select a High School" This session informs families about the New York City High school admissions process, the types of high schools and their selection processes. We will also provide tips on how to find and select the right high school for their child. "Making the Transition to High School" This session helps families understand the high school environment, and requirements for promotion, graduation and overall success. "Support Your Child Through Early Adolescence" In this session families receive information about the developmental Middle Schools: The Learning Leaders Middle School Program is a resource that middle schools utilize to provide integrated parental and community engagement, one of the five key elements outlined in the New York City Department of Education's Blueprint for Middle School Success. Elementary schools also utilize our program to prepare families of fifth grade students for the transition from elementary school to middle school. For parents a program is designed help parents of fifth, sixth, seventh or eighth grade students to confidently support their children's educational development through the middle school years and beyond. Parents can volunteer and or participate in our Middle School Family Education Program. All volunteers can participate in Learning Leaders Middle School Program giving a unique opportunity to get involved in New York City public schools and support our students.The following are the Middle School programs offered by Learning Leaders. "How to Volunteer in Middle School" By attending the Learning Leaders Middle School Program training, you will learn about adolescent development, working with middle school students, middle school standards and ways you can provide assistance to students and schools. Once you have completed the three day training, you can participate at a Learning Leaders middle school in: "General Service Volunteers" General adult support with events, paren

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EIN

13-2658549