Reading Is Fundamental is in jeopardy of losing its federal funding, as it is not included in the current FY09 federal budget.
If you would like to do something about continuing the program, log on to www.RIF.org or http://capwiz.com/rif/mailapp/ and let the country know children need these books.
The proposed budget eliminates the Inexpensive Book Distribution program, which is managed by Reading Is Fundamental (RIF). It is authorized under the Elementary & Secondary Education Act, SEC.5451 Inexpensive Book Distribution program for Reading Motivation and is not funded through earmarks. It has been funded by Congress and six Administrations without interuption since 1975.
Unless Congress reinstates funding for this program, RIF will be unable to distribute 16 million books annually to the nation's youngest and most at-risk children. This would be devastating to children here in Rockland and to the other 4.6 million chidren and their families who receive free books and reading encouragement via RIF programs at nearly 20,000 locations throughout the United States.
Head Start of Rockland programs in Haverstraw, Nyack, and Spring Valley serve approximately 411 low income children and their families. Through the RIF program, we have been able to give each child three books. The program brings families into the classroom for RIF events to share the joy of reading and learning with their children. It is an integral part of the education program.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Monday, February 25, 2008
Adopt-A-Road SECOND AVENUE CLEANUPS
Linda Caliman, Family and Community Partnership Supervisor at Spring Valley Head Start, has announced plans for continuation of Head Start of Rockland's Adopt-A-Road Cleanups of Second Avenue in collaboration with the Clarkstown Highway Department. The cleanups are performed by Head Start staff and volunteers, parents, and neighbors who reside on Second Avenue.
Dates for 2008 Adopt-A-Road Cleanups are: April 19, June 14, June 28, September 27, October 4, and October 18. If you would like to volunteer to help on a Saturday morning, please call Linda Caliman at 845-352-6671. Head Start of Rockland is a not-for-profit charitable organization and the leading provider of preschool and early childhood education in Rockland County, and is accredited by the National Association for Education of Young Children.
Dates for 2008 Adopt-A-Road Cleanups are: April 19, June 14, June 28, September 27, October 4, and October 18. If you would like to volunteer to help on a Saturday morning, please call Linda Caliman at 845-352-6671. Head Start of Rockland is a not-for-profit charitable organization and the leading provider of preschool and early childhood education in Rockland County, and is accredited by the National Association for Education of Young Children.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
IMAGINE A COUNTY...
Imaging a county where everyone works to end domestic violence. That is the vision of Michael Mandel, the featured speaker for the DELTA S.T.O.P. Fear Coalition at the Rockland Family Shelter, 9 Johnsons Lane in New City on Wednesday, February 27th from 12:00-1;30pm. Domestic Violence: What Employers Need to Know is the theme as you learn what Rockland County business management is doing to help end domestic violence. RSVP by 2/25 to 845-358-9390 or e-mail eileengrimm@hotmail.com.
RTC EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
The Rockland Teachers' Center Institute is a testing site for College Level Examination Program or CLEP. Students may register to take the exam Monday, March 10 or Thursday March 13 at the RTCI's computer lab at 14 Vanderlip Circle in Thiells.
The process can shorten the path to a college degree. Each 90-minute, computer-based CLEP exam will allow them to get instant score results. Participants can receive credit for what they already know by earning qualifying scores. For information on how this might apply to you, contact Joleen Murray at 845-942-7603 or vist their website at www.rockteach.org.
The process can shorten the path to a college degree. Each 90-minute, computer-based CLEP exam will allow them to get instant score results. Participants can receive credit for what they already know by earning qualifying scores. For information on how this might apply to you, contact Joleen Murray at 845-942-7603 or vist their website at www.rockteach.org.
Monday, February 04, 2008
NEED CASH? United Way Tax Prep Can Help
NEED CASH? United Way of Rockland County Kicks Off Its Free
Tax Preparation Program Focused on Creating Assets, Savings and Hope
The United Way of Rockland County kicked off CASH, its free tax preparation program on Monday, January 28 at 10 a.m. at Key Bank in Spring Valley. CASH – Creating Assets, Savings and Hope - provides free tax preparation by IRS-certified volunteers to those who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), as well as other tax credits that may be available to them, by filing their federal and state tax returns. Partners in the United Way’s CASH initiative -- including the County of Rockland, Haverstraw Center, the IRS, Key Bank, Palisades Federal Credit Union, Temple Beth Torah and The Herman Goldman Foundation – were recognized at the kickoff as well. Participants in last year’s CASH effort will be on hand to provide testimonials about the program.
CASH is one of UWRC’s Community Impact Initiatives aimed at helping Rocklanders meet their basic needs. CASH is focused solely on providing tax preparation assistance to those families with a household income of $40,000 or less a year (or singles making $12,400 or less). EITC tax refunds are often used by Rocklanders to help meet basic needs including car repairs, medical expenses and more.
This is the third year that United Way of Rockland County is spearheading the CASH effort. In 2007, 55 United Way CASH volunteers helped recoup $307,962 in refunds ($184,839 in EITC) for Rocklanders. The United Way’s CASH program underscores its commitment to help Rockland residents protect and meet their basic needs at a time when the gap between take home wages and essential expenses is growing rapidly. Individuals can learn if they are eligible for the CASH program and schedule an appointment at one of three CASH sites in Spring Valley, Nyack or Haverstraw by calling United Way’s 211 helpline.
United Way of Rockland County is a local, independent non-profit dedicated to building a stronger Rockland community. Here in Rockland, UWRC is focused on the most critical issues including protecting and meeting basic needs, nurturing children and youth and enhancing seniors’ independence. For more information, contact Diane Serratore, UWRC Director of Community Impact, at 845-358-8929, ext. 14.
Tax Preparation Program Focused on Creating Assets, Savings and Hope
The United Way of Rockland County kicked off CASH, its free tax preparation program on Monday, January 28 at 10 a.m. at Key Bank in Spring Valley. CASH – Creating Assets, Savings and Hope - provides free tax preparation by IRS-certified volunteers to those who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), as well as other tax credits that may be available to them, by filing their federal and state tax returns. Partners in the United Way’s CASH initiative -- including the County of Rockland, Haverstraw Center, the IRS, Key Bank, Palisades Federal Credit Union, Temple Beth Torah and The Herman Goldman Foundation – were recognized at the kickoff as well. Participants in last year’s CASH effort will be on hand to provide testimonials about the program.
CASH is one of UWRC’s Community Impact Initiatives aimed at helping Rocklanders meet their basic needs. CASH is focused solely on providing tax preparation assistance to those families with a household income of $40,000 or less a year (or singles making $12,400 or less). EITC tax refunds are often used by Rocklanders to help meet basic needs including car repairs, medical expenses and more.
This is the third year that United Way of Rockland County is spearheading the CASH effort. In 2007, 55 United Way CASH volunteers helped recoup $307,962 in refunds ($184,839 in EITC) for Rocklanders. The United Way’s CASH program underscores its commitment to help Rockland residents protect and meet their basic needs at a time when the gap between take home wages and essential expenses is growing rapidly. Individuals can learn if they are eligible for the CASH program and schedule an appointment at one of three CASH sites in Spring Valley, Nyack or Haverstraw by calling United Way’s 211 helpline.
United Way of Rockland County is a local, independent non-profit dedicated to building a stronger Rockland community. Here in Rockland, UWRC is focused on the most critical issues including protecting and meeting basic needs, nurturing children and youth and enhancing seniors’ independence. For more information, contact Diane Serratore, UWRC Director of Community Impact, at 845-358-8929, ext. 14.
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