1. Welcome to Washington Reading Corps MEMBER ORIENTATION 2015-2016

2. 2 I will get things done for America to make our people safer, smarter, and healthier. I will bring Americans together to strengthen our communities. Faced with apathy, I will take action. Faced with conflict, I will seek common ground. Faced with adversity, I will persevere. I will carry this commitment with me this year and beyond. I am an AmeriCorps member, and I will get things done. The AmeriCorps Pledge

3. 3 Largest branch of AmeriCorps About 80,000 positions each year Serving with more than 2,600 organizations AmeriCorps members address critical needs in communities across America National partners include state and local programs like the Washington Service Corps Our AmeriCorps Program (State & National)

4. 4 Funding Stream

5. 5 Washington Reading Corps Partner The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is the primary agency charged with overseeing K-12 education in Washington State. OSPI works with the state’s 295 school districts to administer basic education programs and implement education reform on behalf of more than one million public school students. OSPI is the recipient of state funding appropriated by the legislature to support the Washington Reading Corps. OSPI is responsible for providing content support for literacy-based programs; managing a facilitating contracts, iGrants, the site selection process and data collection; producing external communications; performing site visits; and providing technical assistance to schools, supervisors and Members.

6. 6 Created in 1983, by the WA State Legislature Part of the Employment Security Department Programs address unmet community needs related to: Disaster Preparedness Economic Opportunity Education Environmental Stewardship Healthy Futures Veterans & Military Families Washington Service Corps Overview IPWRCTeams

7. 7 The overview Information about member benefits Rights and responsibilities Expectations and conditions that govern the Term of service with the WSC This document constitutes an agreement and promise to comply with all program requirements, including the completion of a full term of service. Member Service Agreement, :

8. 8 Benefits for Members Living stipend of $1,195 per month provided by WSC (before taxes). Training and experience. Subsidized childcare provided by GAP Solutions Inc. (if qualified). Health Insurance -- If members want or need to accept the insurance coverage provided by the Washington Service Corps: o Insurance is for members only o WSC health coverage plan in program year 2015-2016 is expected to meet the Minimal Essential Coverage provision of the Affordable Care Act.

9. 9 Benefits for Members Student loan forbearance and interest accrual payment (on qualifying loans). $5,730 Education Award provided by National Service Trust (upon successful completion of service term commitment and 1700 hours of service).

10. 10 Member Position Description An amended position description is required if there is: a change in service duties a change in supervision a change in schedule The Member Position Description outlines service duties, performance outcomes, supervision, and location/hours of service.

11. 11 1.Participating in efforts to influence legislation, including state or local ballot initiatives, or lobbying for the program 2.Organizing a letter-writing campaign to Congress 3.Engaging in partisan political activities or other activities designed to influence the outcome of an election to any public office 4.Participating in or endorsing events or activities that are likely to include advocacy for or against political parties, political platforms, political candidates, proposed legislation, or elected officials 5.Voter registration drives 6.Organizing or participating in protests, petitions, boycotts or strikes 7.Assisting, promoting or deterring union organizing 8.Impairing existing contracts for services or collective bargaining agreements 9.Engaging in religious instruction, conducting worship services, providing instruction as part of a program that includes mandatory religious instruction or worship, constructing or operating facilities devoted to religious instruction or worship, maintaining facilities primarily or inherently devoted to religious instruction or worship, or engaging in any form of religious proselytizing 10.Providing a direct benefit to a for-profit entity; a labor union; a partisan political organization; or an organization engaged in religious activities Prohibited Activities for AmeriCorps Members

12. 12 Prohibited Activities, cont. 11.Providing abortion services or making referrals to such services 12.Participating in activities that pose a significant safety risk to participants 13.Preparing any part of a grant proposal or performing other fundraising functions to help the program achieve its match requirements, or to pay the program’s general operating expenses 14.Fundraising is allowable if it provides direct support to a specific service activity, falls within the program’s approved objectives, is not the primary activity of the program, and does not exceed 10% of the total hours served for any member Individuals may exercise their rights as private citizens and may participate in the above activities on their own initiative, on non- AmeriCorps time, and using non-Corporation funds. The AmeriCorps logo must not be worn while doing so.

13. 13 Site Posters We require Washington Reading Corps sites to post a “Washington Reading Corps Site” poster at the front of the school – either by the front door, or by the main office. You can also request signs for your work space. You can go to: https://pubs.nationalservice.gov/searc h.aspx?type=1&pid=2https://pubs.nationalservice.gov/searc h.aspx?type=1&pid=2 and order free AmeriCorps stickers posters and bookmarks. Usually you get them in 5-7 business days.

14. 14 Service Gear As part of the affiliation with the Corporation for National Service, it is a requirement that members wear some piece of national identity item on a daily basis. This is part of the required branding of the AmeriCorps and Washington Reading Corps program. We provide the following items for members: ➢ Jackets ➢ T-shirts ➢ AmeriCorps pins ➢ AmeriCorps lanyards It is your responsibility to ensure that you are wearing at least one of these items on a daily basis.

15. 15 Electronic Timesheets for Program Year 15-16! Time Reporting

16. 16 Time Reporting Complete electronic timesheets through the America Learns system: https://www.americalearns.net/ You will be issued a Username and Password – typically your email address and your first name. Once you log on the first time using this password, you can customize the password to one of your choosing.

17. 17 Hours towards direct service for project Service Hours for member development, SERVES training institute, other trainings, and classes. 20% Limit per term of service Training Hours raising funds that directly support the AmeriCorps project only 10% Limit per term of service Fundraising Types of Hours to Record

18. 18 Administrative leave Extenuating medical or personal circumstances Documentation required Up to 90 days; No stipend; insurance continues Holiday Leave Generally the same as sponsor site. Unless approved service is scheduled, holiday hours will not count as service hours. Suspension or Administrative Hold No service hours credited or living allowance paid. Military & Jury Duty Leave Members will be granted leave and earn service hours. Military: Maximum 15 days paid duty service. Jury Duty: Must provide a copy of the summons to the project site supervisor. Leave Types

19. 19 Important Dates AmeriCorps Launch Is a great networking event to meet other AmeriCorps members from across the state. October 30 th in Seattle at the Fisher Pavilion WRC Training Institute  October 6-8, 2015 in Wenatchee, WA  This conference held for WRC members offers training workshops to get professional, developmental training in a variety of disciplines, as well as networking with peers.

20. 20 Member Utilization Program Model ­ Tutoring K-6 v. Early Learning Volunteer Recruitment Family Engagement Events Fundraising

21. 21 Members may need to perform alternative service when unable to serve with the host site due to school breaks, extended agency holidays, as the result of inclement weather, or to make up hours because of personal absences. Alternative service may be in addition to regular service at the discretion of the supervisor, and not in conflict with site expectations. 1. The service must be pre-approved by the project supervisor. 2. The service must be performed under supervision of a non-profit organization or a local, state, or federal agency. 3. The service must be verifiable. Alternative Service forms can be found on the Washington Service Corps website.Washington Service Corps website Alternative service must meet three criteria: Alternative Service

22. 22 Out-of-State Travel & Training All out-of-state training needs prior approval for a member to travel outside the state of Washington Service outside of Washington State is prohibited by WSC Supervisor makes the request in writing, at least 2 weeks prior to the WSC Program Coordinator, and includes: Date(s) and hours of training Description of the training and how it ties into the position description Identify that the site will pay for all member costs of training and travel Requests are approved on a case-by-case basis

23. 23 A national day in remembrance of 9/11 encouraging all Americans to pledge at least one good deed or service activity. National Day of Remembrance www.911dayofservice.org National Day of Remembrance www.911dayofservice.org A week to bring more Americans into service, salute AmeriCorps members and alums for their powerful impact, and thank the community partners who make AmeriCorps possible. Make a Difference Day www.makeadifference day.com Make a Difference Day www.makeadifference day.com In January, Americans across the country will celebrate the national holiday honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “A day on versus a day off.” Martin Luther King Jr. Day www.mlkday.gov Martin Luther King Jr. Day www.mlkday.gov Local, state and national events this week recognize and celebrate the efforts of volunteers. Join the celebrations April 6-13, 2014* (tentative). National Volunteer Week www.nationalservice resources.org National Volunteer Week www.nationalservice resources.org A day for helping others, created by USA Weekend magazine, Make A Difference Day is an annual event held at the end of October. AmeriCorps Week National Days of Service

24. 24 AmeriCorps members’ performance will be evaluated twice a year. This is designed to be an interactive process that promotes professional and personal growth. Performance Evaluations

25. 25 Performance measurement is the process of collecting, analyzing and reporting information about your intended outcomes. Performance Measurement

26. 26 Familiarize yourself with your project’s projected performance outcomes as detailed in your Request for Proposal: # of students tutored # reaching benchmark or grade level # of volunteers/volunteer hours of service Tier II students ONLY – not intended for special education students Reading only – no math or science tutoring Monitor interventions to ensure compliance – 20 minutes per session, at least three times a week; one-on-one or in groups no larger than 6 Performance Outcomes – Your Role

27. 27 WRC Members and Partners Washington Service Corps Serve Washington (Washington Commission for National and Community Service) Corporation for National & Community Service Requirement of continued funding Why do we collect/report data? Demonstrate impact of national service

28. 28 Analysis of Impact through Stories of Service Describes how the member’s service is making an impact that would not have been possible through existing staff and/or volunteers. It can also express how service has impacted the member’s life and what national service means to them.

29. 29 AmeriCorps gear must be proudly displayed Enhance Stories of Service with Photos

30. 30 WRC is proud of the service provided by members and want to celebrate, acknowledge and publicize their efforts. Stories of Service and photos will be shared monthly with WRC’s funders and other stakeholders. Honoring Service

31. 31 Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Each time a member interacts with the media, a legislator or elected official their story of service is being released to the public. Ensure members wear AmeriCorps gear and introduce themselves as a WSC AmeriCorps member serving at your site. Inform WSC or OSPI of events before they occur so we can promote your event and share your media notices. Access information on line. Report Quarterly Legislative and Elected Official Visits Media Articles Stories of Service including photo of AmeriCorps volunteer wearing WSC and AmeriCorps gear

32. 32 WRC Program Coordinator Support Washington Reading Corps WSC Staff Terri Jack, WRC Program Lead, tjack@esd.wa.govtjack@esd.wa.gov Sabrena Neff – King County, NW WA; sneff@esd.wa.govsneff@esd.wa.gov Leiani Sherwin – Eastern WA & the Peninsula; lsherwin@esd.wa.gov lsherwin@esd.wa.gov Cassie Bordelon – Data & Performance Measurement; cbordelon@esd.wa.gov cbordelon@esd.wa.gov Kendra DeBow–Marketing & Training; kdebow@esd.wa.govkdebow@esd.wa.gov Washington Reading Corps OSPI Staff Amy Ripley, OSPI, ELA Specialist, Amy.ripley@k12.wa.govAmy.ripley@k12.wa.gov Cara Patrick, OSPI, LAP Project Supervisor, Cara.Patrick@k12.wa.govCara.Patrick@k12.wa.gov

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34. 34 Thank you for your participation today. Program Year 15-16 is going to be a great service year! We Value our Members!