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STARS
Program
The RCS School District collaborates with STARS INTERGEN
INC., a not-for-profit that provides intergenerational
programming for residents in the Towns of Coeymans and
Bethlehem, to enhance the educational experience for RCS
students in grades Pre-K through 12. The unique partnership
draws upon the knowledge and experience of retirees aged 60
and older to enrich the lives of RCS students by promoting
academic success while fostering intergenerational contact
that helps students and retirees better understand and
appreciate each other.
The STARS (Seniors Teaching and Reaching Out to Students)
and STAR HELPERS Programs prove that the needs of retirees,
children and school districts can be addressed in a mutually
beneficial partnership that strengthens the entire community
by providing opportunities for:
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Retirees of all ages to stay active and contribute to
their community;
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Students to make academic, social and emotional gains
through the assistance of STARS volunteers;
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The school district to tap into an experienced pool of
senior volunteers who serve as grandparent mentors and
enhance classroom learning; and
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Interactions between children and retirees who are
increasingly isolated from each other in our society.
NEWS
Photo of
STARS Program recognition held on March 1.
RESOURCES
For more on
STARS, click the following links:
To
make a tax-deductible donation or for more information,
contact:
Karen
Harmon, executive director
STARS Intergen Corp.
439-1505 |
