by Traci Murphy | May 31, 2022 | Children's Development
We know that reading at grade level by third grade can change the trajectory of a child’s life. Why? Because reading changes the way our brains work, how we relate to other people and how we understand the world. The importance of reading at a young age cannot be...
by Traci Murphy | Apr 27, 2022 | Volunteer Spotlight
At the beginning of the year, Mike McGuire joined our team of Reading Mentors. Every Tuesday, you’ll find him at Genesis School. Before he joins his class as a “Flextra” Reading Mentor, he heads to the school’s library, logging into a virtual reading session with a...
by Traci Murphy | Feb 10, 2022 | Volunteer Spotlight
We were surprised and honored when newlyweds Ross and Cynthia Merritt told us they asked their guests for donations to Lead to Read KC instead of gifts for their wedding. “Ross and I discussed how we didn’t want or need any more ‘things,’” Cynthia said....
by Traci Murphy | Jan 13, 2022 | Volunteer Spotlight
It’s National Mentoring Month, and Lead to Read KC could not do what we do without our dedicated Reading Mentors, like Diane Stecklein. After her retirement, Stecklein felt called to give back to her community. A TV news story about Lead to Read KC led her to the...
by Traci Murphy | Dec 23, 2021 | Testimonial
We’ve been through a lot during the pandemic. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, we’ve got a remedy. Consider volunteering! That’s right. When you volunteer, not only are you helping people in need in your community, you’re helping yourself, too. The proof is in the...
