Programs - YMCA Reads!
Promoting Early Literacy
Promoting Early Literacy
The YMCA READS! program provides the resources necessary to help improve the reading levels of children in kindergarten to third grade while developing greater self-esteem and social skills. Trained volunteers provide reading instruction in groups of one or two children using the SIPPS (Systematic Instruction in Phoneme Awareness, Phonics, and Sight Words) curriculum.
YMCA READS! Locations
DUVAL COUNTY
Tiger Academy
6079 Bagley Road
Jacksonvlle, FL 32209
Kings Trail Elementary
7401 Old Kings Road South
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Parkwood Heights Elementary
1709 Landsdowne Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32211
CLAY COUNTY
W.E. Cherry Elementary
420 Edson Drive
Orange Park, FL 32073
ST. JOHNS COUNTY
The Webster School
420 North Orange Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Contact Toshia Yates by email at tyates@FirstCoastYMCA.org to learn more about the program and to register your child.
If you’re looking to make a positive difference in a child’s life, see our list of volunteer opportunities.
