SCHOOLS

Bailey Park Elementary
210 8th Avenue
236-2770
Nancy Beck, Principal

Davis Elementary
818 Hamilton Avenue
236-2790
Nancy Beck, Principal

Fairview Elementary
1310 Hobart
236-2780
Nancy Beck, Principal

Grinnell Middle School
S East Street
236-2750
Sarah Hegg-Dunn, Principal
Gary Meldrem, Assistant Principal

Grinnell High School
1333 Sunset
236-2720
Kevin Seney, Principal
Heidi Durbin, Dean of Students

New Horizons Alternative High School
123 6th Avenue West
236-0513
Lori Francis, Director

ESL - English as a Second Language -
Iowa Valley Community College

Mission: Works with Iowa Valley Community College and is responsible for working with students who have another language in their background, for integrating students into their classrooms and building language skills, vocabulary and cultural awareness.

Volunteers are needed to help tutor students, to work with them in one-on-one instruction and to help them build vocabulary and confidence.

Contact Person: Twila Rosenow

ADULT EDUCATION - GED PREPARATION AT IOWA VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE - GRINNELL CENTER
123 6TH Avenue West

Mission: GED classes are held at Iowa Valley Grinnell Center on Monday and Wednesday from 1-4 pm and Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6-9 pm.

Volunteers are needed to work one on one with students, especially helping with reading, math, social studies and science skills. Bi-lingual skills helpful, especially Spanish.

Contact Person: John Wagner, 236-0513 or jjwagner@iowatelecom.net

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION OFFICE
Poweshiek County Office, 114 S. 3rd Street, Montezuma

Mission: This office is part of the Iowa State Uuniversity system, making sure that local people have access to research-based information from the university. We work with community leaders and clubs on various projects and provide programs for youth, schools and families.

Volunteers are needed to work with kids in 4-H clubs and to work on other community projects.

Contact: Cathy Lents, 1-800-769-9986

GRINNELL COMMUNITY DAY CARE CENTER
1436 Penrose

Mission: To provide services to children from infancy though 5th grade. The center offers a loving and caring environment, an excellent nutritional program, a structured program of activities that foster each child's mental, physical and social development. There are about 100 kids enrolled and the center is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. through 5:30 p.m.

Volunteers are needed to help with kids, especially in the mornings, late afternon and in infant rooms. Extra help is also needed for special events.

Contact: Kathleen Penyich, 236-7214.

GIRL SCOUTS

Mission: Girl Scouts of Moingona Council offers a comprehensive, informal education program accessible to all girls, ages 5 through 17 years. The Girl Scout program is based on an ethical code, teaches the skills for good citizenship, and stresses the importance of moral leadership. Girl Scouting is a preventative program that strives to give girls a solid base for their future direction and decisions. Girls learn and practice skills for living, full, responsible lives under the leadership and guidance of adult volunteers. And of course, girls have fun!

Volunteers have many opportunities to be active with the Girl Scouts, including leading a troop and helping with programs.

Contact Person: Linda Tish, 236-6403

Children and Family Urban Ministries
1548 8th Street
Des Moines, IA 50311

Mission: Children and Family Ministries in partnership with our neighbor, address the challenges and builds on the strengths of those living near the north side of Des Moines. Seeks to create welcome, nurture and promote economic and social justice by bringing together a broad and inclusive community to share the resources and abundance for all. Offer before and afternoon school programs for students K-8, gender specific programs, nightly community meal, and several community celebrations throughout the year.

Volunteers are needed after school from 3:00-5:30 pm, Monday - Friday to help children with homework, creative activities, and recreation. Skills desired in volunteers are enjoyment of and effectiveness with students' grade K-8.

Contact Person: Carmen Lampe Zeitler, 515-282-3142, carmen@cfum.org

AFTER SCHOOL CARE PROGRAMS

Grinnell After School Program
Davis Elementary 818 Hamilton

Mission: To provide students with an enrichment of their educational experience through positive and creative activities that promote cooperative learning.

Volunteers are needed to hang out with kids in 3rd and 4th grades, help with homework, assist with crafts and recreational activities.

Contact: Nancy Beck, Principal, 236-2790, nbeck@grinnell.k12.ia.us

The Galaxy Youth Center
824 Commercial Street

Mission: The Galaxy is an ongoing partnership between youth and community to provide fun activities, a safe space and educational programming.

Volunteers are needed to help with after school tutoring and homework help; as chaperones for dances and open evenings; to hang out with kids during open afternoon hours; and help with creative programming for the youth center.

Contact: Shannon McNaul, Director 236-7235, galaxy@iowatelecom.net.