Chicago has been receiving a large influx of migrants from Central America over the past year. In a recent article describing Mayor Johnson’s strategies and response to the increase in … Read More
What Is The Difference Between Balanced Literacy And The Science Of Reading?
In her response to the New York Times article “Taking a Fresh Look at the ABCs of Reading: A revolt over how children are taught to read is sweeping classrooms, school … Read More
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. AAPI Heritage Month is celebrated in May because in May 1843 the first Japanese immigrants arrived in the US, and … Read More
Child Sexual Abuse: Prevention, Facts, Myths, and Teaching Student Body Autonomy
Hello, WITS blog readers. My name is Estefania Rodriguez and I am currently a program coordinator at WITS. I am also a psychologist with a sub-specialization in sexology. In my … Read More
Mentor Reflections: Amisha Ray
In honor of National Volunteer Week, we talked to mentor and Associates Board (AB) member Amisha Ray about her time at WITS. Amisha’s service runs the gamut; from mentoring in-person … Read More
Reading Isn’t Just Fundamental; It’s Grounds For A Solid Education (A Note From Our CEO)
The lead picture on the front page of this Sunday’s New York Times is a group of kindergartners sitting on the floor of their classroom holding up tiny dry-erase boards … Read More
WITS Summer Books Highlights 2023
An essential part of the WITS mission is to help students build at-home libraries and foster a love of reading outside of the classroom. Through the WITS Summer Books initiative, … Read More
The Books That Shape Us
I recently moved. The new place is a bit larger, which means proper book storage is possible. The bookshelf has been built, and it’s mostly empty. I don’t own many … Read More
Mentor Reflections: Fran Borrayo
Working in the Schools works with over twenty-five program partners to provide literacy support and mentorship. Fran Borrayo, a longtime mentor, has worked for two of them. He started his … Read More
A Love Letter to Our Community
Today on Valentine’s Day, we want to express our heartful thanks to our steadfast WITS community. WITS is a movement of educators, volunteers, and investors coming together to support better … Read More
