Posted on January 14, 2022 in Updates by ADuvalZinn
As we head into the third year of the pandemic (which feels more like the tenth year), we wanted to give some background on how MEC has been impacted and how we’ve adapted our services as a result.
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Building Meaningful Relationships
By: Julia, K-3 Literacy Interventionist
Reeths-Puffer Schools
One of my students excitedly met me at the door to her classroom. She handed me her red “Read at Home” folder, and I opened it to see if she
Posted on December 3, 2021 in Uncategorized by ADuvalZinn
Attitudes Are Contagious
Andrew – Lead Literacy Interventionist
K-3 Reading Corps – Kentwood Public Schools
There is a saying: “Attitudes are contagious; is yours worth catching?” In the past, when I worked as a teacher, I put up a poster
Racing to Read
Beth, K-3 Literacy Interventionist
Mount Pleasant Public Schools
I picked up my friend from class and we were walking to the Reading Corps room to start our session. My friend skips down the hallway, a little too
Be The Change
Nehe-Miah, K-3 Reading Corps Member
University Prep Schools, Detroit, MI
What does service mean to you? I define service as providing support or assistance where there may be gaps.
What inspired you to join AmeriCorps and serve
MEC Member Spotlight
Jennifer, K-3 Reading Corps Member
Decatur Public Schools
What does service mean to you? Serving with AmeriCorps gives me the opportunity to help inspire and shape our future generations. It means serving as a role model to
Reflections
Jonathan Xi – MEC Summer Corps Alum
Ypsilanti Community Schools
I fondly remember the day when I committed to a summer of service with AmeriCorps and Michigan Education Corps, serving with Ypsilanti Community Schools (YCS). Feelings of joy, excitement
Partnerships are Essential to a Better Society
Cheryl, MEC Summer Corps Alum
Center for Success, Pontiac, MI
It was truly an experience while serving at the Center for Success in Pontiac, MI. I have learned and benefited from this tenure
Seeing Progress
Andrew – MEC Summer Corps Member
Refugee Education Center
The “aha moment”. That’s what every teacher strives for. It’s the moment they all hope to see – the moment when the light bulb turns on and the student
Commitment to Service
Marleca – MEC Summer Corps Member
Kalamazoo, MI
As a previous AmeriCorps member, I understand the value of service. I, now, understand the value of being committed to a mission. This is particularly powerful in times where