READING IS FUNDAMENTAL 

For over 35 years, the Cumberland School Volunteers has sponsored the Reading is Fundamental program. The program, offered in all 5 Cumberland elementary schools, promotes and supports "student choice" in reading materials. The  opportunity to self-select books excites students to read, motivates them to read more, helps them to develop self-confidence and promotes self-discovery. This free book program distributes over 5000 books to more than 2000 students each year. Each year, the CSV must raise funds to support the costs associated with the program. 

Just Friends, More Alike Than Different

The Just Friends Program, developed by the Cumberland School Volunteers, is a disability awareness program offered to all 4th grades students in Cumberland. The program consists of 4 presentations to each 4th grade classroom. It is presented by trained volunteers and educates students about disabilities through instruction and engaging activities. The topics covered include: blindness, deafness, physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, learning differences and autism.  The program promotes an understanding and acceptance of others with differences. 

Services

Volunteer Assistance/Support

Many schools and PTO's rely on volunteers to offer  programming and services to students.  Upon request, the CSV serves as resource to schools to help identify available volunteers to fulfill their needs.  In addition, the CSV assists volunteers needing to complete the required annual bci requirement. A notary is made available at orientations, open houses and back to school events to assist parents with the bci process. 

Resource for Student Volunteer Opportunities

Through outreach efforts, CSV has connected with schools, the town and community organizations to identify volunteer opportunities for students. This information serves a resource for students and helps strengthen the bridge between the school and community.