On an average day, a trip to Kyle from San Marcos might take thirty minutes. In a half an hour, a parent can make a quick evening meal or a family can watch one episode of their favorite TV show. In the grand scheme of things, 30 minutes might seem inconsequential, but in certain regards, it can make all the difference in the world.
In the life of a third grade reader, for example, thirty minutes a week with a focused volunteer tutor can mean the difference between struggling below grade level and finally reading with confidence.
This August, as San Marcos teachers greet their new students, DeZavala, Mendez and Travis Elementary Schools will welcome RSVP - America Reads, a program that pairs local seniors aged 55 and up with kindergarten through third graders to help foster a lifelong love for reading.
