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Volunteers and Partners
APS continuously strives to develop strong connections among schools, families, and the community to broaden opportunities for student learning, development and growth. APS volunteers and partners make a difference in the lives of our students every day.
APS Launches “Readers Rise” Program to Inspire a Love of Reading
APS is proud to launch the Readers Rise Program: Empowering Young Minds Through Reading —
an initiative designed to foster a love of reading, strengthen literacy skills, and build lasting connections for students.
- The Readers Rise program pairs trained community volunteers with elementary students in grades K–2
- Volunteers must commit just one hour per week, creating consistent, meaningful opportunities for students to practice reading and build confidence.
- The sessions will be held at Long Branch, Hoffman-Boston and Barrett elementary schools
Readers Rise will begin in mid-October and run through May 2026. Thank you for the strong interest! We received sufficient applications. Please check back for the next opportunity.
Get Started
Reach out to us at [email protected]. Our partnership team will respond within three business days.
- Dawn Smith, Volunteer, Partnership, and Events Manager
- Pam Nagurka, Work-Based Learning Partnership Coordinator
- Dulce Carrillo, Supervisor of Community Partnerships and Engagement