Youth Opportunity
School Readiness
Our School Readiness program (Ready for School) helps prepare kids to enter school ready to succeed and read proficiently by 3rd grade. We currently partner with 12 school districts which include 20 elementary schools in Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties. See how we’re helping local children achieve social and academic success.
Helping Children
Succeed in School
Our School Readiness program employs liaisons who engage children and families with educational workshops and connect families to affordable preschools when available. Research shows high-quality pre-K programs increase a child’s chances of succeeding in school.
School Readiness Program Results
have participated in 4,703 education workshops.
in kindergarten are proficient in reading versus 44% of their peers not in the program.
scored proficient in reading on the PSSA test versus 20% of their peers not in the program.
Is Your Child Ready for School?
Our School Readiness program (Ready for School) provides free virtual and in-person workshops for children ages 3 to 5 (and their families) to prepare them for kindergarten. We currently partner with 12 school districts which include 20 elementary schools in Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties.
