To Highland With Love
The "To Highland With Love" Ministry began in the fall of 1998 to minister to the students, faculty and staff of Highland Elementary School located only a few blocks from University Baptist Church.
Ways to Serve:
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Reading Friends
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School Uniforms Donations
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Encouragers
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Save Those Labels
Reading Friends
Reading Friends is a loved and valued part of the “To Highland with Love” ministry. Volunteers from UBC and the community work one-on-one with a child, reading and being a friend. Children, school volunteers and community all benefit – and it’s fun!
As a reading friend you will:
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Work one-on-one with a student in grades Pre-K to 2nd grade
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30-45 minutes per week
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Work on reading skills and develop a friendship with your student
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Have FUN and be a friend
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Attend a one hour training session and complete a background check
We believe in the children of Highland. We believe their futures are bright, and we believe we can help them succeed. Make a difference and brighten a child’s life by being a Reading Friend.
Contact Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) today to get involved!
(225) 226-4700
Encouragers
Join the most appreciated morale-boosting group in EBR parish – be an Encourager for a teacher or staff member at Highland School! The thoughtfulness of our Encouragers has lifted the spirits of teachers and staff members at Highland probably more than you will ever realize! This program of showing support and appreciation to those who strive to educate our children makes a difference for teachers and children.
Other Ways to Serve
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Treats for Good Citizens
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Teacher Treats
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Teacher Appreciation Week
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Purchasing, wrapping, and having Santa deliver books to each child at Christmas
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Hosting the 5th grade graduation and reception at UBC
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Providing a supply of uniforms to meet emergency needs
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Library helpers
Save Those Labels
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Save Box tops for Education from General Mills products.
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Save Campbell’s Soup labels
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Save Community Coffee UPC labels.
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Place in small box located in the church office.