Agency Description: ServeMinnesota works with AmeriCorps and community partners to identify and improve critical social issues in Minnesota. ServeMinnesota's vision is to inspire action for positive change.

Project Description: Minnesota Reading Corps (MRC) is an AmeriCorps program managed by the Minnesota Literacy Council and ServeMinnesota. The program serves children age 3 to grade 3 in multiple locations statewide, including Duluth, Twin Cities Metro, St. Cloud, Grand Rapids, and Brainerd. Children in MRC classrooms receive literacy instruction and tutoring support from AmeriCorp members and volunteers. AmeriCorp members and volunteers are trained in literacy instruction before placed in MRC classrooms. The goal of the program is to increase children’s literacy development and achievement in reading.

ACET services: ACET served as the principal evaluator for the MRC program from 2006-2007. ACET analyzed assessment scores and survey data collected from project staff, members, and volunteers. The evaluation was completed in the summer of 2007.

ACET contributions are highlighted in a report prepared by ServeMinnesota:

Minnesota Reading Corps 2007 Results

Date of Service: 2006-2007