AmeriCorps

Hey everyone, I just had to tell you a little about AmeriCorps before this class ended. I have been a an AmeriCorps member this year serving at Oak Hill Elementary in Somerset, KY. It is one of the best things I have ever done! It is so challenging, and takes a lot of hours, but the benefits are wonderful. I work with children who need a little extra help in reading and math. It's wonderful to see the "light bulb" go off when the students understand what is being taught. It is great experience in the teaching field. I would recommend it to anyone! EKU has an AmeriCorps program and I hear that it is great. I am serving through The Learning Corps located in Barren County. The only reason I am serving through them is because they hired me first. Both are great people to work for and with. During your service through AmeriCorps you earn a living stipend of around $1100 a month, and if you put in the required hours you get a education scholarship. It really is a great program and I really felt the need to share! If you have anymore questions you can email me at april_bolin8@eku.edu. Thanks!