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SSV Pilots New Program!

A leader in school-based mentoring in Springfield, Springfield School Volunteers (SSV) is partnering with Boy Scouts of America (BSA) to undertake a new venture – a program we are calling Mentoring Through Scouting.

September 17, 2019|

Back to School Celebration Event

In preparation for the new school year, Springfield School Volunteers joined Springfield Public Schools and the Parent and Community Engagement Center for the annual Back to School Celebration Event. 

August 24, 2019|

Springfield School Volunteers on Mass Appeal

Our President and CEO Denise N Cogman is joined by Dr. Sharon MacDonald and host Lauren Zenzie to discuss the history and the impact of our City Wide Read Aloud Program on Mass Appeal this past Tuesday.

October 26, 2018|

Mentoring Budget Increase for the 2019 FY

Mass Mentoring Partnership (MMP), a statewide organization dedicated to expanding empowering youth-adult relationships in Massachusetts, announced today an increase in support for mentoring programs across Massachusetts following the signing of the FY19 Massachusetts budget.

August 1, 2018|

Difference Makers Recognition

Our President and CEO, Denise N. Cogman, was recognized this past week by the Mass Mentoring Partnership as a "Difference Maker" for the past decade.

November 13, 2017|

Springfield School Volunteers Receives Mentoring Match Grant

Springfield School Volunteers (SSV) announced it has been awarded a Mentoring Matching Grant of $26,110 from Mass Mentoring Partnership (MMP), a statewide organization fueling the movement to expand empowering youth-adult relationships in Massachusetts.

September 15, 2015|

Women to Watch Award

Springfield School Volunteers has been chosen as the first non-profit community service award winner which is presented by Women to Watch for 2013-2014 voted on by the public for THE WESTERN MASS WOMEN MAGAZINE’S Annual “TOP WOMEN TO WATCH EVENT ! the event will take place at Chez Josef in Agawam, MA on October 10, 2013.

September 30, 2013|

Volunteer Opportunities

Just one hour a week can make a difference in the life of a young student. Volunteers encourage students and inspire them to reach their potential.

Thank you for your interest! We are currently in need of Read Aloud Volunteers at all participating schools, and we are always accepting applications for our other programs. Please click the Sign Up Now button below to let us know the program(s) and school(s) you are interested in volunteering for. Visit the Forms page to complete a Volunteer Application and CORI form to get started or contact us to see if your current CORI is still valid.

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Volunteer Spotlight

Ghida Khamis El-Banna

Role: Mentor & Tutor

Ghida has impacted the lives of young people by sharing her experiences.

Name: Ghida Khamis El-Banna

I am a Mentor and Tutor at: Kensington International School.

I have been a Springfield School Volunteer for: Two years.

I became a volunteer because: I felt that I had some tools and skills to share such as the Arabic language and my experiences as a refugee.

By volunteering I have learned:  I have learned to appreciate the things that I have and the recognize the importance of the work I do with the little kids because it helps shape their lives. I have also learned how to be an ally and a friend with kids who have similar life experiences to mine or come from a disadvantaged or oppressive community.

My favorite thing about volunteering is:  When I come back to the school for a new year the students warmly greet me and remember all the good things we did together.

Why should another caring person in the community join you as a mentor? Other volunteers should join us because we work really hard to empower young kids.They will see the students growing and learning effectively. It is very rewarding!

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“I have been participating in the Read Aloud Program for the past 10 years and had planned to make this my last year, but my experience was so heartwarming and I loved every minute of [it.] I am anxious to return next month.”

– Marjorie Hurst, Volunteer

Marjorie Hurst, Volunteer

“Thank you very much. I just wanted to say that helping in our schools has truly been a life changing event for me. I should be paying them for letting me help.”

– Don Dorn, Jr., Volunteer at Samuel Bowles School

Don Dorn, Jr., Volunteer at Samuel Bowles School

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