Everybody Wins DC

10/26/2021

The Everybody Wins DC October Newsletter is out now!

Our newsletters are filled with updates on programs, volunteer activities, events and more! Read all about it!

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The Everybody Wins DC October Newsletter is out now!

Our newsletters are filled with updates on programs, volunteer activities, events and more! Read all about it!

View newsletter: https://conta.cc/3CkG6a6
Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/2PkGXDa

10/24/2021

Toxic Positivity Has No Place in Schools (Opinion)

“Toxic positivity has no place in schools,” the author shares. “If we stay grounded by starting from where we are and doing what we can with the skills and resources we have, there is no need for shame or heroism.”

Educators can’t do everything, but we can do some things, writes district leader Cherisse Campbell.

10/23/2021

Resources for Promoting Social and Emotional Learning at Home

Edutopia shares a few great tips to help parents/caregivers integrate #SEL into their homes. We love the idea of providing questions students can ask their parents/caregivers.

Providing families of students in preschool to second grade with strategies to bolster SEL skills can also strengthen family bonds.

10/21/2021

Photos from Little Free Library's post

10/21/2021

Our winners names have now been etched into history. Congratulations to the S-3 Group Team, winners of the Ag Open Katrichis Cup!

Fun fact: S-3 Group has consecutively placed 1st and as Runner-Up in the Ag Open since 2018.

Click here to learn more about the 2021 Ag Open: https://bit.ly/3pnIj0E
Click here to watch the 2021 Ag Open reel: https://bit.ly/3kz2VQW

Our winners names have now been etched into history. Congratulations to the S-3 Group Team, winners of the Ag Open Katrichis Cup!

Fun fact: S-3 Group has consecutively placed 1st and as Runner-Up in the Ag Open since 2018.

Click here to learn more about the 2021 Ag Open: https://bit.ly/3pnIj0E
Click here to watch the 2021 Ag Open reel: https://bit.ly/3kz2VQW

10/19/2021

📚It’s All About Books and Baseball⚾️!

Everybody Wins DC in partnership with Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy are proud to unveil a new Little Free Library Read in Color (RiC) library. The library, located on the campus’ All-Star Pavilion includes fully stocked shelves lined with books highlighting diverse characters, elevating marginalized voices, promoting equality, inclusion + social justice.

The evening featured a book distribution and note writing activity led by #EWDC, an interactive story time reading of “Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf” by Monisa at DC Public Library and baseball sessions as part of the organization’s Books and Baseball early childhood development program.

Thank you to the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy for your commitment to bringing diverse books to Ward 7!

10/17/2021

Good luck to Margeaux Hummerstone, who is running her first marathon, the 46th Marine Corps Marathon in late October to raise awareness and critical funds for Everybody Wins DC.

Help push Margeaux forward by sharing or considering a gift at: bit.ly/37TJZVQ

Good luck to Margeaux Hummerstone, who is running her first marathon, the 46th Marine Corps Marathon in late October to raise awareness and critical funds for Everybody Wins DC.

Help push Margeaux forward by sharing or considering a gift at: bit.ly/37TJZVQ

10/16/2021

Calls to Ban Books by Black Authors Are Increasing Amid Critical Race Theory Debates

Despite opposition from the ALA, books continue to be banned by school and public libraries across the U.S.

Most recently, due to disinformation concerning CRT, books by Black authors or about the Civil Rights Movement were removed from public libraries.

Books about race and the experiences of Black Americans are being challenged by parents who claim they make white children feel uncomfortable.

10/14/2021

Today is the one-year anniversary of #ReadInColor!

Everybody Wins DC is proud to be part of Little Free Library's diverse books initiative in Washington D.C., which amplifies BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other important voices.

Join us in celebrating diverse books and sign the Read in Color pledge! https://littlefreelibrary.org/read-in-color-pledge/

10/13/2021

Top Trendsetting Podcasts from 2020 | Kidcasts

DYK: One in four kids tuned in to podcasts in 2020, drawn to stories and discussions of the #coronavirus, money, activism, racial justice, and other topics. #kidcasts https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=top-trendsetting-podcasts-from-2020-kidcasts-coronanavirus-libraries

One in four kids tuned in to a podcast in 2020, drawn to storiesand discussions aboutthe coronavirus, money, activism, racial justice, and other topics.

10/13/2021

In support of the Book Project and the Little Free Library Read in Color initiative, volunteers from the Manor House Chapter NSDAR gathered at the Southwest Library(DC Public Library) as a part of their day of service.

These volunteers prepared over 200 diverse books for distribution, and wrote a personal, encouraging note to go with each and every one. They powered through this book preparation in record time—must have been the Halloween music playlist keeping them motivated.

Thanks so much for your support!

10/11/2021

October 11 is #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Today, we join the people and states celebrating this native-led movement by reading books from indigenous authors.

These curated books offer an unbiased and non-stereotypical perspective of native people: bit.ly/3oVT227

October 11 is #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Today, we join the people and states celebrating this native-led movement by reading books from indigenous authors.

These curated books offer an unbiased and non-stereotypical perspective of native people: bit.ly/3oVT227

10/09/2021

Power Readers Volunteer Orientation

What can Power Readers volunteers expect this school year? Everybody Wins DC’s Lead Program Manager, Yashika Okon has all the answers. Watch here: https://youtu.be/iMxmlV0YOFg

This watch-as-you-can orientation provides an overview of Everybody Wins DC's signature 1:1 virtual mentoring program, Power Readers for school year 2021-202...

10/06/2021

We matched our first mentor student pair - Tara and Hope - today at JO Wilson Elementary School. The two were all smiles as they begin their hybrid Power Readers journey. We’ll check back later in the school year to see how they’re doing!

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10/06/2021

The Everybody Wins DC team is growing: We're hiring Program Coordinators!

Program Coordinators will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery and operations of Power Readers, EWDC’s one-on-one reading-based mentoring program.

Interested in the position or want to learn more? Click here: https://bit.ly/3ix4o8D

The Everybody Wins DC team is growing: We're hiring Program Coordinators!

Program Coordinators will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery and operations of Power Readers, EWDC’s one-on-one reading-based mentoring program.

Interested in the position or want to learn more? Click here: https://bit.ly/3ix4o8D

10/05/2021

Great News: Power Readers sessions kick off this week!

This school year, Power Readers will be offered in two formats - virtual and hybrid - to allow for greater reach as students return to classrooms. Virtual sessions will be 100% online; hybrid sessions will have students and Everybody Wins DC staff in-person with mentors remaining virtual.

We look forward to meeting all the new and returning pairs, and creating special memories like the one below:

10/05/2021

31 Days of Halloween Books and Movies For Kids

Celebrate #Halloween all month through the magic of books and movies! Here are 31 days of Halloween books and movies your kids will love! https://www.baby-chick.com/31-days-of-halloween-books-and-movies-for-kids/

October is one of my favorite months. After a long, hot summer, the air finally begins to feel crisp. Leaves start to show their beautiful autumn colors.

10/03/2021

A Fun Way to Engage Students’ Minds and Bodies With Books

What if your child(ren) could enjoy a nice walk and a good book at the same time?

Parents, with your help, maybe they can.🤔

“StoryWalks” take a novel approach to reading by making it a dynamic, collaborative activity for the whole family. Learn more:

StoryWalks encourage collaboration and reflection, and transform the often sedentary act of reading into a dynamic, interactive activity.

10/01/2021

Donate Now | Back to School Campaign 21-22 by Everybody Wins DC

Update: Together, we have unlocked our Board's match and already raised over $10,000 to bring mentors and resources to children who need our support. Thank you!

If you have already made your gift, thank you for the support. It means the world to the students and families we serve. If you haven’t made your donation, now’s the time. What we raise in these next few days directly translates to more programming for our communities.

Make your gift today and invest in a child’s tomorrow.

About EWDCEverybody Wins DC (EWDC) helps children thrive by building connections through reading. When children share a joyful reading experience with someone who care...

09/25/2021

“I Am Enough”

Let’s check up on the kids at Woodland Terrace to see how they are doing?

Looks like they really like the books in their new Little Free Library. "I Am Enough" by Grace Byers is a great choice!📚

09/23/2021

A World of Difference

Our friend, Anne Owl has launched a special fundraiser in honor and memory of Jerry Wnuck who recently passed away. Jerry was an instrumental presence around Everybody Wins DC where he worked as the staff accountant for 15 years before retiring. He will be dearly missed.

Learn more about Anne's INTO Giving fundraising campaign below: https://lnkd.in/esuMC68Q

Help Anne Owl raise money to support INTO Giving USA

09/22/2021

The CoBank #AgOpen may be over, but we're not done reflecting on all the fun we had here: https://bit.ly/3kz2VQW

Also, follow us on Instagram at “Everybody Wins DC”

The CoBank #AgOpen may be over, but we're not done reflecting on all the fun we had here: https://bit.ly/3kz2VQW

Also, follow us on Instagram at “Everybody Wins DC”

09/21/2021

We would like to thank and acknowledge our generous sponsors! Please join us in expressing appreciation to all the people and organizations that made the CoBank Ag Open at Westfields Golf Club possible.

Click the album below to recap our day at the course! Feel free to tag your teammates.

Download images here:https://bit.ly/EWDCCoBankAgOpen

09/20/2021

We’re here at Westfields Golf Club for our annual #AgOpen sponsored by CoBank.⛳️

We’re here at Westfields Golf Club for our annual #AgOpen sponsored by CoBank.⛳️

09/17/2021

Back to School Night at Miner Elementary School

200 new books to support students at Miner Elementary School’s Back to School night.

Thanks for having us!📚

09/17/2021

Donate Now | Back to School Campaign 21-22 by Everybody Wins DC

Our #BacktoSchool campaign continues. In week 3 of the campaign Everybody Wins DC has raised over $4,000. Thank you!

This week our goal is to raise another $1,000 to unlock our Board’s generous $5,000 match. Visit our website to see what kind of impact your gift can make. https://bit.ly/EWDCB2S

About EWDCEverybody Wins DC (EWDC) helps children thrive by building connections through reading. When children share a joyful reading experience with someone who care...

09/14/2021

Thank you!☺️📚

09/14/2021

During Everybody Wins DC's 1st Annual Day of Service at Woodland Terrace volunteers shared their thoughts on the importance of #service.

Meet Marcus Manning, Youth Coordinator at the District of Columbia Housing Authority. During the event he shared, "Service events like this... provide equitable access, and reading to our youth. It's a big step and positive step, and a great way to create new hobbies for them..."

09/12/2021

During the 1st Annual Everybody Wins DC Day of Service, District of Columbia Housing Authority community, Woodland Terrace became the latest site to receive a new Read in Color Little Free Library!📚

Special thank you to DCHA and Reading Partners DC for helping fill the library with tons of new books highlighting diverse characters, voices and experiences.

09/11/2021

Volunteering is fun with friends!

Employees from Everybody Wins DC + Reading Partners DC traded time in the office for bundling books, writing encouraging notes, and distributing school supplies as part of EWDC’s 1st annual day of service events at Planet Word Museum + Woodland Terrace, a District of Columbia Housing Authority community.

09/10/2021

Online shopping more than usual these days? Buy your everyday household goods, groceries and back to school items through the AmazonSmile portal and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to Everybody Wins DC (at no cost to you).

Shop via smile.amazon.com and select “Everybody Wins DC” as your charity: smile.amazon.com/ch/52-1938281

Online shopping more than usual these days? Buy your everyday household goods, groceries and back to school items through the AmazonSmile portal and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to Everybody Wins DC (at no cost to you).

Shop via smile.amazon.com and select “Everybody Wins DC” as your charity: smile.amazon.com/ch/52-1938281

09/09/2021

Less than 2 weeks until we tee off at Westfields Golf Club for the 25th Annual CoBank Ag Open.⛳️

Check out our Ag Open albums on Facebook to recap the past 25 years of tournaments.

09/08/2021

Power Readers kicks off this fall. Are you excited? We are!

EWDC promises its biggest year yet - more mentors, more books, and more opportunities to grow and learn through reading. We ask that you join us to make it happen!

Volunteer today: https://bit.ly/EWDC_Volunteer
Donate to support Power Readers: https://bit.ly/EWDCB2S

Power Readers kicks off this fall. Are you excited? We are!

EWDC promises its biggest year yet - more mentors, more books, and more opportunities to grow and learn through reading. We ask that you join us to make it happen!

Volunteer today: https://bit.ly/EWDC_Volunteer
Donate to support Power Readers: https://bit.ly/EWDCB2S

09/06/2021

Just in! The Everybody Wins DC Board of Directors have come together and offered to personally match the first $5,000 raise during the #BacktoSchool campaign.

We're close to unlocking the match! Make your gift today and a child will thrive tomorrow: https://bit.ly/EWDCB2S

Just in! The Everybody Wins DC Board of Directors have come together and offered to personally match the first $5,000 raise during the #BacktoSchool campaign.

We're close to unlocking the match! Make your gift today and a child will thrive tomorrow: https://bit.ly/EWDCB2S

09/06/2021

Virtual Learning Was Better for Some Kids. Here's What Teachers Learned From Them

Virtual learning worked for some students as evidenced by Kareem Neal and other educators. We can learn from their experiences to build better learning environments!

Looking at what went right in virtual classes for students with learning differences or social anxiety offers lessons for in-person teaching.