WITS’ mission is to help students develop a love of reading by providing engaging, relevant books to students across Chicago. With schools and libraries closed, there are many ways to … Read More
Promoting Prosocial Behavior Through Literature
WITS held another installment of WITS Talks, a series of learning opportunities to help volunteers enhance their time mentoring students. Our focus this month was “Promoting Prosocial Behavior Through Literature,” … Read More
US Senator Dick Durbin Meets with WITS Students and Mentors
The WITS and BP Workplace Mentoring program received a special visitor on November 26th leading into the Thanksgiving holiday – Senator Dick Durbin. The visit highlighted the 8-year partnership of … Read More
How Student Choice Empowers Readers
WITS reading sessions are designed to empower students to make choices. WITS provides a safe, fun space for students to read books outside their classroom assigned reading. During shared reading … Read More
Celebrating Philip Hildebrandt: Alter & Stone Outstanding Volunteer Awardee
Philip Hildebrandt became the President of the WITS Board of Directors in July 2011 and became the Chairman in July 2015. Under his guidance, WITS experienced 120% revenue growth. Hildebrandt … Read More
Consistency, Community, and Empowerment: WITS Values Begin at Volunteer Orientations
One Tuesday, all the mentors who work with two particular second graders attend WITS together and gather as a group. The mentors have been hearing about ongoing conflicts between the … Read More
Donor Spotlight: Emily Stoner
Emily Stoner has been involved with WITS for 8 years, and continues to be an enthusiastic supporter of the organization. We asked Emily a few questions about her involvement. What … Read More
Three ways to encourage a child to read nonfiction
When encouraging a child to read, how often do we recommend a nonfiction book? Students will gravitate to fiction titles and series, but the nonfiction section may not receive as … Read More
