Meet Literations
Literations pairs highly-trained volunteer literacy coaches (aged 50+) with 1st-4th graders to deliver evidence-based, one-to-one literacy interventions. Our students significantly improve their reading and social-emotional skills.
Our vision
Literations envisions a day when all students, regardless of zip code, enter the fifth grade as proficient readers poised for academic success.
Our mission
Literations drives educational equity through experienced community volunteers empowering young readers for lifelong learning.
Our core values
Our core values are the soul of our work. They help us to focus on what is important, make the best decisions, hire the right people, fulfill our purpose, and hold ourselves accountable. At Literations, we like to say, “Our values are EPIC.”
Equity
We foster welcoming environments and value diverse contributions.
We actively confront educational inequity.
We create a fighting chance for all kids.
Potential
We unleash potential.
We believe the sky’s the limit for all children.
We challenge ourselves to be and do our best.
Inspiration
We lift up our community.
We motivate kids to be bold and find their voices.
We help children build the foundation for a brighter future.
Community
We put people first.
We build meaningful, authentic relationships.
We generate trust by acting with integrity and grace.
“Years later I can look back and say that I’m very grateful the decision was made for me to be a part of Literations.”
— Zoe Rosemond, Literations Program Alumni
In Their Own Words
“I find the most rewarding aspect of volunteering is the joy of witnessing children’s transformative growth. Seeing the moment when a child’s understanding blossoms, transitioning from struggling to read to flourishing, brings me immense fulfillment. Each breakthrough is a precious reminder of the impact volunteering can have on young lives.”
-Rahiel Bernard, King Elementary School, Dorchester