What is TREK?

Teaching Reading to Every Kid is an after school tutoring program designed to help improve student achievement in reading and math. The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Joplin Schools, designed and initiated this program to assist local elementary school students most at risk.

Who are the players?

The Joplin School District, the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and community volunteers like YOU working together with students, parents and schools.

How does TREK work?

The 2009-2010 program begins Monday, September 28th and runs through Tuesday, March 9th. Coaching occurs from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the following elementary schools on the days indicated:

Emerson: Monday and Tuesday

Irving: Monday and Tuesday

Jefferson: Monday and Tuesday

McKinley: Monday and Tuesday

West Central: Monday and Tuesday

Who does TREK help?

TREK helps the entire Joplin community by taking a proactive approach to helping third and fourth grade students who are not performing at grade level. It also helps the community by strengthening the educational foundation at an early age. This, in turn, supplies our businesses with a qualified workforce and more productive citizens. The TREK program makes it possible for students who need extra reading and math skills to catch up with their classmates. TREK brings another adult into a child's life that cares about them and shows it by devoting their time as a one-on-one tutor. TREK has been very successful in helping students have a bright future and we can always use more tutors to continue this rewarding program.

For more information or to find out how you can be a TREK coach, contact:
Cary Beasley cbeasley@joplincc.com or call 417-624-4150.