Since 2007, the public schools of New Orleans (NOLA) have benefited from university volunteers engaged in service-learning experiences. Teacher candidates,and faculty from NLU work with NOLA teachers to help clean and set-up classrooms, develop curriculum and libraries, and prepare materials for children beginning the new school year. Service-learning experiences transform pre-service teachers into civically engaged educators and active community leaders.
Friday, July 30, 2010
from Toni
WOW - What an enlightening experience! This is my first year participating in the NOLA experience. It feels good helping to facilitate and provide necessary support to Kipp Central Academy, which can boast of a strong and positive academic environment. The teamwork between NLU participants, and Kipp staff was phenomenol. The students that we met were ready to learn, as Kipp welcomed them with open arms. I especially took note of the students' cheers and chants that emphasized the importance of college preparation. This school-community partnership is one that will surely last.
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