Learning Bridge @LearnBridgeTx

We love to get updates from foster parents! "Steven will start at TSTC in the fall with a focus on welding. "When he completes the two year program, he will have an Associates degree. I so appreciate everything you do. You all are amazing!" Thank you amazing tutors!

It was a pleasure to be interviewed by an intern of Judge Aurora Martinez Jones this morning for the Child Welfare Reimagined Pilot Project. This is such important work for our kids in Travis County and we're very happy to be a part of it! traviscountycps.com/pilot

Thanks for the book recommendation from the @TXAllianceCFS The Black Foster Youth Handbook. Black youth are overrepresented in the foster system, so we're glad to see this culturally appropriate resource that will help kids and providers.

The results are in! Learning Bridge tutors are making a big difference in the lives of children in foster care in Central Texas. Check out our 2021-2022 School Year Program Evaluation Report. learningbridgetx.org/wp-content/upl…

Are you skilled at fundraising, communications, or are connected to a company that wants to give back and support a small nonprofit doing great things for kids in foster care, and interested in serving on a Board? Send us an email at [email protected]!

What does it take to become a volunteer tutor at Learning Bridge? Find out how to apply here! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Learning Bridge surveys showed: 88 percent of students reported having a good relationship with their tutors. We pride ourselves in helping kids advance academically, but we also love being able to foster positive relationships for kids at-risk. Thank you Learning Bridge tutors!

Save the Date! Our first ever, Learning Bridge Virtual Fundraiser will happen on Thursday, August 25th at 7:00 p.m. Stay tuned for more information, and if you can't make it, please donate now if you can! learningbridgetx.org/donate/

Learning Bridge supports our tutors by providing resources and guidance on ways to engage their students. Last week, our Program Manager sent this out to the group. We encourage tutors to foster creativity, develop writing skills, and let students to tell THEIR Stories!

Can you help us out? We need to spread the word about Learning Bridge to other organizations and families, and would love for you to share this post, and sign up for our newsletter on this page. learningbridgetx.org Thanks for your help in getting the word out! #tutoring

Quote from a Learning Bridge tutor: "Learning Bridge is a terrific program. Teaching children in foster care was totally new to me. Everyone in LB is supportive and helpful. I appreciate our monthly round tables. Some of our speakers had a big impact on me." #volunteering

We celebrate Pride Month and appreciate all of our tutors, caregivers and students who are members of the LGBTQIA community! At Learning Bridge, we have a culture of inclusion, respect and support - our diversity makes us stronger! #PrideMonth

June is National Reunification Month and is celebrated each year to recognize the people and efforts around the country that help families stay together. Learning Bridge tutors help support all foster, kinship and reunifying families. Thanks to all who play a part in this!

This Learning Bridge match has been going strong for one year! Thank you Jen Frazier for staying committed to your student and making sure she keeps learning over the summer too. We appreciate your dedication so much!

We're hiring! If you know someone who is interested in a full-time Program Manager position and is passionate about serving youth in foster care, please spread the word! indeed.com/job/program-ma…

Huge shout out to Tutor Connection by Learnlee for surprising us with silent auction donations to Learning Bridge! Nicole, you have always been such a great supporter of our work, and for kids in foster care - we appreciate this so much! @NicoleL99206329

Tutor Spotlight! Many thanks to tutor Bryan Tharp for your hard work and dedication to Student Shea. He told us he works with her on Algebra II, and he even takes time to help her with personal finance. Bryan told us he is having a great time tutoring Shea!

Learning Bridge is collecting surveys from caregivers, students and tutors about how they did this school year and how their tutor helped them. One caregiver said, the tutor is a "Positive role model, and learned that school can be fun" #tutoring, #MakingADifference

When a child has a moment of academic success, they light up with pride and joy! We want moments of pride and joy for all children in foster care who struggle with school. A meaningful connection with a caring tutor can make the difference. 🤩

These words from the US Department of Education underscore just how important education is for children in foster care. It's critical that we help this vulnerable population have access to tutoring for academic success! 📚🏫⭐️