Greetings!
Your loyal founder Katerina here - Rose is on vacation this week, so I have the pleasure of writing to you myself!
If you've been with us for a while, you know that ENGin isn't like other nonprofits. Being a part of ENGin isn't like flying in a plane, where the pilot's in charge and the passengers sit back, relax, and eat their peanuts. It's like a crew team rowing a boat - ENGin can only move forward if we all row together.
I am so lucky to be surrounded by many passionate volunteers who have stepped up to row with me, Rose, and the rest of our team. In our volunteer spotlight below, you can learn about one of them, Alisa, who spearheaded her own writing program at ENGin.
But I know we have many more dedicated volunteers helping ENGin reach its mission. This is why I am excited to launch our new Volunteer Service Awards to honor those volunteers who have made an exceptional commitment to ENGin. Please see more details below.
And one final note: September is always a busy month for us, with applications from Ukraine pouring in as students get back to school. We encourage you to continue spreading the word about ENGin with your friends, family, and community. Here is a flyer you can use.
Thank you!!
Katerina
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September Volunteer Meeting |
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Our next volunteer meeting will take place on September 21, 2023 5:30-6:30 PM ET (US).
You can register to attend by clicking here. Registration will be open up til 2 minutes prior to the meeting. After registration, you will be sent a link to join.
In this meeting, we will talk about ENGin 4EDU (for Educators), ENGin Chapters & Clubs, and we'll leave time for you to meet other volunteers in our breakout rooms!
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This month, we're launching our Volunteer Service Awards to recognize our most active volunteers' contributions to ENGin. We're very excited to roll out this new opportunity to reward your hard work. We will be issuing awards at three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold.
Any volunteer who meets the criteria can apply for and receive the award certificate.
Please click here for details and eligibility requirements (be sure to scroll to the bottom!) |
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ENGin Volunteer Launches Writing Clubs for Students |
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This summer, our volunteer Alisa Gulyansky spearheaded the ENGin Stories and Voices Program, an innovative project to help our ENGin students improve their writing skills. Nearly 50 students worked in groups with 5 volunteer instructors to complete a 3-week curriculum covering different types of writing, from personal narratives to poetry to persuasive essays.
We're so grateful for Alisa's dedication and leadership in all aspects of this initiative, from designing the project to securing a grant from her school to make it possible to directly working with participating students!
We're also very impressed with the wonderful pieces of writing produced by our students
We are publishing the best pieces in our member newsletter, but today we'd like to share a preview of one of our favorites here (see below).
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From the Heart of Zaporizhzhia
I was born in Zaporizhzhia, the cradle of Ukrainian Cossackdom, the land of incredible landscapes and the city of marvelous people. I could have never imagined that my homeland would become world famous not because of the traits described above, but due to it now being one of the most dangerous and notorious frontline regions of Ukraine.
...My best friend [left] Ukraine on the 1st of March, 2022. By this time, the major part of my family and acquaintances had already abandoned their homes and migrated to other countries. Day after day I would wake up in the morning under the deafening howl of sirens and break into despairing tears.
I started to hate the place where I live. I would, without hesitation, call it a hellhole in front of my peers, while chatting with them online. I considered their life unbelievably eventful and cheerful, compared to mine. At that time, the military actions in my region were severe; in full swing, you may say.
You can find the rest of this story along with other writing and photography from ENGin students in our member newsletter. To get started as an ENGin member, simply make a monthly donation of any size here.
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TalkEN.Cloud Offers Another Free Course |
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A previously held free “ESL Teaching Fundamentals” course provided by ENGin’s partner company TalkEN.Cloud which will take place again from October 4th-25th. The course is designed to equip our volunteers with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the world of English as a Second Language instruction.
You will receive:
🎓 6 hours of dynamic live webinars (will be recorded in case you miss them).
đź’ˇ 4 hours of interactive tasks in the TalkEN. Cloud platform.
đź“ť Final interactive test
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to sharpen your teaching skills and make a real impact in the lives of English language learners. To get started, please complete this short interest form. A member of our team will send you a link to register within 7 business days.
Spaces are limited (100 available), so secure yours today!
âť—Important: There is going to be a group chat for all the participants in Telegram where you will receive notifications, reminders, links. Please, install this app for convenience. We will send those who participate in the course the link to this group chat.
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How to teach articles to Ukrainian English Learners
Unlock the secrets to teaching articles effectively to Ukrainian English learners with our comprehensive video guide! Designed for teachers, this insightful tutorial delves into the nuances of using "a," "an," and "the" in English, tailored specifically for Ukrainian learners. Discover proven strategies to demystify article usage, clarify exceptions, and enhance your student's grasp of this essential grammar concept.
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REMINDERS:
Scheduling Sessions: Please schedule all sessions with your student in the ENGin platform. Instructions on how to schedule your sessions can be found here.
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Contacting ENGin: Have questions but not sure whom to ask or how to make contact with ENGin? We created this guide to help volunteers find the help they need. |
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Our Director of Volunteering Rose Tatum has virtual office hours! |
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Rose will be available each Thursday for 45 minutes to answer your questions, chat about your volunteer experience, and just get to know our volunteers. |
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Thursday, 9/14/23 not available
Thursday, 9/21/23 1-1:45 PM EST
Thursday, 9/28/23 1-1:45 PM EST
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Follow, Comment, Like, & Share ENGin with your friends using links below! |
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