This is a program through the Boston Coalition in partnership with ReadBoston. The teachers identify the students in their classroom who are just below grade level and would benefit most . . .
Most mentors meet with their partners twice per week for tutoring and other academic help.
Once a month, pairs will schedule a weekend session for more . . . They will provide help with light jobs around the house and some household chores. This is not cleaning or regular care work, but small tasks that individuals often find difficult to do . Sponsored by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lowell Big Brothers and Big Sisters make a minimum one year commitment to see a child , between the ages of 7 and 15, on a weekly basis. Although the minimum commitment is . . .