Beacon Hill Preparatory Institute’s (BH) mission is to provide holistic child development through academic, cultural, and life-skill program with active parental involvement. BH began when two African American mothers (who lead the organization and come from families of educators) became concerned with meeting the needs of their own children and even more so as they became aware of how so many minority and low income students continued to score low on standardized tests. They knew that education had to be a partnership between the teacher, student, and parent – all three working together for the child to excel! With their determination and help from educators and volunteers, BH now provides an innovative reading and math tutoring in-school, after-school, and summer program for low-income students in PK4-12th grades. Reading on grade level by 3rd grade is a recognized benchmark for predicting dropout and incarceration rates. In the latest Kids Count report it found only 36% of Dallas County 3rd graders read on grade level. We need your help to reach as many students as possible! You will help recruit volunteers, raise money, and expand our communications efforts. Visit beaconhillprep.org to learn more about our organization and how you can make a difference in breaking the cycle of poverty.
Service Activities
Donor tracking, retention, and relationships. Outreach and communications
Community Need Addressed
Reading on grade level by 3rd grade is a recognized benchmark for predicting dropout and incarceration rates. In the latest Kids Count report it found only 36% of Dallas County 3rd graders read on grade level.
Position Outcomes
Increase academic skills
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Education Benefits
n/a
Skills you will gain
Leadership , Team Work , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Computers/Technology , Recruitment , Youth Development , Teaching/Tutoring , Communications , Public Speaking , Writing/Editing , General Skills , Community Organization , Education .
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served