Mission Statement

The mission of America Reads*America Counts (AR*AC), a partnership between the University of Maryland and Prince George's County Public Schools, is to provide a high quality mentoring program that enriches learning opportunities for both college and elementary school students.

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Our Spring 2019 Mentor Application is now open! 

Apply now to become an America Reads, America Counts, or Partners in Print mentor for the spring semester. Join more than 200 UMD students each semester making a difference in the lives of local children and families through academic support and mentoring! Get to know some great local kids and see their abilities and excitement for learning grow!

Apply at go.umd.edu/mentorapp

Applications will be accepted until January 30, 2019. Once we receive your application, you will be invited to sign up for a 30-minute interview slot. Interviews will be held by appointment during November and December 2018 and during the first week of class in Spring 2019.

Have questions about becoming an America Reads, America Counts, or Partners in Print mentor? Email us at arac@umd.edu. 

During the 2016 – 2017 school year, 485 AR*AC mentors:

• Spent 1,455 hours in elementary schools each week 
• Partnered with 18 Title I  Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) 
• Helped 25.5 percent of their first and second grade mentees increase reading ability by at least three book levels
• Helped 44.9 percent of their fourth grade mentees increase math scores by at least 20 percent 
• Impacted more than 4,000 PGCPS students and parents!

Help support America Reads, America Counts, and Partners in Print mentors and team leaders learn important professional skills and make a positive impact for kids in our community! 

Make a donation to the America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print Mentor Scholarship. Your donation not only supports University of Maryland students, but also supports education for young children! By donating to this scholarship fund, you help to:

• Provide a strong academic experience for elementary school children in the Prince George’s County Public Schools, ultimately helping more children be successful in reading and math and reducing the impact of the achievement gap.
• Support University of Maryland students with the opportunity for work experience, especially in the area of teaching, and provide professional development in teaching and leadership.
• Enhance University of Maryland students understanding of the complexities of public K-12 education and empower them to be education advocates.
• Strengthen the relationship between the University of Maryland and its home community, Prince George’s County. 

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The AR*AC*PNP Scholarship is supported by: