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Bring Up Grades 'BUG' Program
BUG Program at Richmond Elementary School


The Salem Kiwanis Club is pleased to sponsor the Kiwanis Bring Up Grades 'BUG' Program at Richmond Elementary School. The BUG Program was President Loni Barrett's special project for the 2006 - 2007 administrative year. It was officially launched at the school in November, 2006.  The BUG Program was created to provide academic recognition for students who improve their grades. This is in contrast with the ordinary academic recognition given to those students who are able to maintain a "B" average or better or those who excel beyond their peers. The BUG Program is a positive reinforcement system designed to help motivate students who might not otherwise receive academic awards.

The BUG Program is highly customizable, based on the school's specific needs. Many of the students at Richmond Elementary School are Hispanic. A large number of these students speak English as a second language. The drop-out rate among these students is over 50% before high school graduation. We believe the Kiwanis BUG Program can reach some of these children and perhaps provide that extra self-esteem and internal motivation required for academic success, high school graduation. and hopefully moving on to take advantage of higher education.

Salem Kiwanis members have been involved at Richmond Elementary School for many years. We celebrate our 23rd Annual Richmond Christmas Party on December 12, 2006, complete with pizza, candy canes and a special visit by Santa Claus with gifts for the students. We provide attendance incentive prizes including basketballs, soccer balls and two bicycles each year. Our members also volunteer at the school mentoring students and participating in school beautification projects. We're excited about this new opportunity to have positive interaction with the children of Richmond Elementary School through the BUG Program.

CORPORATE PARTNER OPPORTUNITY: The Salem Kiwanis Club is seeking a corporate partner to help sponsor the Kiwanis BUG Program at Richmond Elementary School. This is a low cost, high impact opportunity to make a difference in these childrens' lives. Interested? Contact Loni Barrett by e-mail.

 

Richmond Elementary School BUG Awards
November 16, 2006
Photos by Shanna Jacobson
 

 
 
 

 
 
 
The Salem Kiwanis Club sponsors a BUG Program (Bring Up Grades) for grades Kindergarten through 5th at Richmond Elementary School. On November 16th, 2006, fifteen students were awarded BUG certificates and prizes based on their improvement during the prior grading period. We would like to congratulate the winners!

 

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