HighSchool Student Volunteer Sign-Up: Reading Buddies

Volunteer Sign-Up: Reading Buddies

Reading Buddies is a community program facilitated by Transcona Community Church (TCC). We believe in bringing our community together in meaningful ways, creating opportunities for people to connect, learn, and support one another. By pairing young readers with encouraging volunteers, we hope to build reading confidence, foster a love of books, and strengthen connections across our community. Reading Buddies is open to everyone, and you do not need to attend TCC to participate or volunteer. We’re glad to bring people together to make a positive difference in the lives of local children. Please provide the following information to apply to be a Reading Buddy Volunteer!
About You
Full Name

First NameLast Name
Current Grade
Email Address
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Current High School
Parent/Guardian Name

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Your Availability
Which Wednesday dates are you available?
Getting to Know You
Why are you interested in volunteering with Reading Buddies?
What experience do you have working with children?
Tell us what qualities do you have that will make you a good reading buddy?
References
Please provide two references and ask both references for permission before providing their contact information. References may be contacted during the application process.

Reference 1-Academic Reference

A teacher, school administrator, guidance counsellor or another school staff member who knows you in an academic or school setting.

Reference 2 — Personal Character Reference

An adult who knows you well outside your immediate family and can speak to your character, maturity and responsibility. Examples include a coach, community leader, mentor or family friend.
Reference 1: Full name

First NameLast Name
Reference 1: Position or title
Reference 1: School or organization
Reference 1: Email address
example@example.com
Reference 1: Phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Reference 1: How do you know this person?
Reference 2: Full name

First NameLast Name
Reference 2: Relationship to you
Reference 2: Email address
example@example.com
Reference 2: Phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Reference 2: How do you know this person?
Volunteer Expectations and Safety
Please confirm each statement below
Consent
Volunteer declaration
I confirm that the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that my application and references will be reviewed to assess my suitability for the Reading Buddies program.
Volunteer full name

First NameLast Name
Electronic signature / typed full name
Date

MonthDayYear
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
Parent/guardian consent for volunteers under 18.
I am the parent/legal guardian of the applicant named above. I give permission for them to apply to volunteer with Reading Buddies through a Transcona Community Church (Community Program) and understand that participation is subject to approval, orientation and the program's safety policies.
Parent/guardian full name

First NameLast Name
Relationship to applicant
Parent/guardian email address
example@example.com
Parent/guardian phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Electronic signature
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Volunteer Sign-Up: Reading Buddies

About You

Your Availability

Getting to Know You

References

Volunteer Expectations and Safety

Consent