Our volunteers enrich the learning experience for the schools they serve - from helping a child learn to read to demonstrating chemistry techniques. We understand every experience is as different as the students and teachers with whom S.A.G.E. members interact. We at the board of directors, are arming our wonderful members with the tools needed to thrive. Through a series of 2-3 hour training sessions, our members will become a further asset to their schools.
Our first training session was held on February 23rd at the Northampton Library. 22 volunteers participated in "S.A.G.E.'s Ages in Stages" which focused on child development. Participants were a mix of new and seasoned volunteers.
Board members Christine Moran and Samantha Zirolli organized and headed up the training. Samantha shared some of the training details. "Specifically, we covered the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual characteristics of children ages 5-12. We focused on this age group because most of S.A.G.E.'s volunteers are placed in an elementary school setting, and these ages represent grades K-6."
Our first training session was held on February 23rd at the Northampton Library. 22 volunteers participated in "S.A.G.E.'s Ages in Stages" which focused on child development. Participants were a mix of new and seasoned volunteers.
Board members Christine Moran and Samantha Zirolli organized and headed up the training. Samantha shared some of the training details. "Specifically, we covered the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual characteristics of children ages 5-12. We focused on this age group because most of S.A.G.E.'s volunteers are placed in an elementary school setting, and these ages represent grades K-6."
Christine and Samantha used a PowerPoint presentation and worksheets to present information. Seniors also had the opportunity to share their experiences in the classroom which was a valuable connection to the material at hand. The training's closing activity allowed seniors to pair up and write a cinquain regarding their experience with SAGE. "Being board members, Christine and I appreciated the volunteers sharing bits and pieces as well as their opinion of their experience as we don't get to see them within the classrooms," Samantha adds.
The seniors really enjoyed themselves at the training. At the moment, Christine and Samantha are throwing some ideas around for the next training. A suggested topic is "technology in the classroom" but we are open to anything. It really depends on what our seniors are most interested in learning about. We have the resources so why not tell us what will help you out the most!
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