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February 24, 2025

The Heyman Interages^® Center is a program of JCA^®, the Jewish Council for the Aging

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Hello JCA Interages Volunteers

In this edition:

Volunteer Opportunities

Intergenerational Gentle Movement & Dance - FRUIT at Kennedy High School Starting March 7 on 10 Fridays.
Career Day at Silver Creek Middle School - Share your experience on February 28 at 8 am
In-classroom support opportunities at Farmland Elementary School
At Maryvale Elementary provide homework help and enrichment in reading and math on Mondays and Wednesdays 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Join Harmony Hills Elementary Readers Theater in the Spring 2025. Starting March 27, Thursdays 12:05-12:35pm

.📚 JCA Interages Book Drive – March 31 to April 4, 2025 📚 10am to 4pm JCA 12320 Parklawn Drive Rockville, MD 20852. Seeking Children's Books and books for adults.

Top 30 mentoring movies of all time

Reading Tutor Training - March 6 at 2:00 via Zoom - Obstacle and Solutions

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Please note: all opportunities require

preregistration and background check.

🌟 Seeking Volunteers Aged 50+! 🌟

F.R.U.I T. - Interages is partnering with ClancyWorks Dance Company to bring a unique and engaging program!

https://clancyworks.org/ We’re looking for female volunteers to participate in a creative and enriching experience that includes:

✨ Gentle Movement & Dance (seated options available)

🎭 Storytelling & Dialogue - the FRUIT program not only nourishes the body but also the soul. By bringing elders and youth together, we’re fostering connection, boosting memory skills, and reducing isolation. Elders gain energy, purpose, and better health through these meaningful exchanges with the next generation.

🎨 Crafts & Icebreaker Activities

This program is designed to connect diverse ages and backgrounds through dance and art, fostering conversation and meaningful connections.

📍 Location: Kennedy High School 1901 Randolph Rd, Wheaton, MD 20902

📅 Starts: March 7th | Duration: 10 sessions

(Excludes select spring break dates)

💬 Interested? Let us know—we’d love to have you!)

Background check and application required. Interested? Contact Indira Dingledine.

📢 Calling All Professionals! Inspire the Next Generation at Silver Creek Middle School 🎤

📍 Location: Silver Creek Middle School, 3701 Saul Rd, Kensington, MD 20895

📅 Date: Friday, February 28

⏰ Time: Starting at 8 AM

Come share your career journey with eager young minds! Help students explore future opportunities by discussing your profession, experiences, and insights.

💡 Interested in speaking? Contact Indira Dingledine to sign up!

Your story could be the spark that shapes a student's future. Don't miss this opportunity to make an impact! 🌟

📢 Volunteer Opportunity: In-Classroom Support at Farmland Elementary!

🌟 Make a difference in a Child’s Education! 🌟

Farmland Elementary is looking for dedicated volunteers to assist students in language arts, math, science, and social studies—either one-on-one or in small groups. This is a fantastic opportunity to support young learners and give back to the community!

📍 Location: Farmland Elementary, 7000 Old Gate Rd, Rockville, MD 20852

📋 Requirements: Background check & application

📄 More Info: See attached spreadsheet for descriptions

Join us in making a meaningful impact! 💙

. Background check and application required. Interested? Contact Indira Dingledine.

📚📖 Volunteer Opportunity at Maryvale Elementary! 📖

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join the JCA Interages Partnership with Linkages to Learning at Maryvale Elementary and help young students excel in math and reading!

Linkages to Learning

📍 Location: 1010 First St., Rockville, MD 20850

🗓 Days: Mondays & Wednesdays

⏰ Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM

🎯 Who We Help: 2nd – 5th grade students

🙌 What You’ll Do: Provide homework help and enrichment in reading and math

💡 Volunteers must attend both days.

Make a difference in a child’s learning journey! Background check and application required. If interested contact Indira Dingledine Sign up today

🎭 Join the Readers Theater Program at Harmony Hills Elementary! 📚✨

📍 Location: Harmony Hills Elementary School, 13407 Lydia St, Silver Spring, MD 20906

🗓 Day: Thursdays

⏰ Time: Lunch period, 12:05-12:35 PM

👧👦 Who: 5th Graders

📆 Commitment: 10 weeks

🌸 Spring Session Dates:

📖 3/27 – Orientation

📖 4/3, 4/10, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, and the week of 6/2

🎙 What is Readers Theater?

Readers Theater is a fun and interactive way for students to improve reading fluency, vocabulary, and confidence—while performing engaging scripts with their peers! No memorization required—just reading, acting, and having fun!

💡 Why Join?

✔ Strengthen reading & vocabulary skills

✔ Build confidence in speaking & performing

✔ Work with friends in a fun, creative way

Spots are limited! Sign up today and bring stories to life! 🎭

Background check and application required. If interested contact Indira Dingledine

.📚 JCA Interages Book Drive – March 31 to April 4, 2025 📚

Join us for Federation’s Sara & Samuel J. Lessans Good Deeds Week 2025 and help make a difference in our community! JCA Interages is proud to join area organizations in serving the community during this special week of giving.

We are collecting children’s books and books for adults to support those in need. Your donations will be sorted by our intergenerational team of volunteers and delivered to Interfaith Works and Montgomery County Friends of the Library.

📍 Drop-off Location: JCA – 12320 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852

📅 Dates: March 31 – April 4, 2025

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📦 Donation Limit: Please bring no more than two bags or boxes of books.

Together, we can share the joy of reading and learning across generations! Thank you for your support. ❤️

For more information, contact Indira Dingledine.

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Monthly Reading Tutor Training Series

We hope you will join us on Zoom for our monthly Reading Tutor Training series. These sessions are helpful for any volunteers. We are so grateful to presenter Megan Bainbridge, Reading Specialist of the Captain James E. Daly Elementary School, who is leading the sessions. Each session focuses on a different Reading Tutor Training topic, and lasts about an hour. Pre-registration online is required.

Please note: these sessions provide broad tips and are not intended to be certification level training.

March 6 at 2:00 via Zoom - Obstacle and Solutions

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oZimVJSjTD-02A10N1HQFA

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you cannot attend, but would like a recording of the session, please register.

Recorded Sessions

To view past recordings of the Reading Tutor Training sessions, visit our Volunteer Portal.

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For your convenience, past issues of the JCA Interages Connector are available on the JCA Interages wepage.

JCA Interages Staff

Dana Hirsch - Senior Director

Dana Adams Tate - Program Coordinator

Indira Dingledine - Volunteer Manager

Rochele Jones - Program Coordinator

Rachel Lanman - Senior Program Coordinator

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