November, 2006
On November 15, Boston Partners in Education kicked off year three of our middle school literacy mentoring campaign The Big Cheese Reads! Business and community leaders visited the Edwards School in Charlestown to discuss the important link between literacy and career success.

http://www.bostonpartners.org/misc/AntonellisBCRVisitBelmontCitizen1130printversion.pdf

October, 2006
The 2006-2007 school year is now in full swing, and we'd like to update you on all that's been happening here at Boston Partners in Education.

http://bostonpartners.org/misc/boston_partners_fall_news_flash.pdf


September, 2006
Boston Partners in Education is thrilled to announce that Program Director Pamela Civins has been appointed Executive Director of our organization:

www.bostonpartners.org/misc/Pamela_ED_Massnonprofit.org_9_06.pdf

www.bostonpartners.org/misc/Pamela_ED_Dot_Reporter_9_06.pdf

Pamela also appeared on "Sunday with Liz Walker," a CBS4 Boston magazine program that celebrates what's happening in New England.


EVENTS


June 6, 2007
Each year we look forward to the opportunity to recognize our hundreds of volunteers who give so generously their time and talent to serve the students of Boston. On June 6, 2007, we invited all of our volunteers to attend our Annual Volunteer Recognition Reception hosted by The Boston Red Sox at the State Street Pavilion in Fenway Park!

Each year we also present individual awards to highlight particular academic mentoring achievements. This year's award receipients are:
             Mark Destler ~ Boston Partners in Education Educator of the Year Award
          Pauliina Swartz ~ Isabel G. Besecker Award
          Arnita Cooper ~ Joyna Bozzotto Award
          Richard Norcross ~ Joyna Bozzotto Award
          State Street Corporation ~ Nicholas A. Lopardo Corporate Volunteer Award
          Matt Malachowski ~ John C. Rennie Volunteer of the Year Award
          Josiah Quincy Elementary School ~ Pamela L. Trefler School Partner Award
          Paul Heanue ~ Special Recognition for 16 years of volunteer sevice

Congratulations to all of our award recipients, and a special thank you to all of our volunteers who give their time and talent to the students of Boston's public schools. We hope you enjoyed the event, and look forward to welcoming you back next fall!


May 1, 2007
We are excited to report that our Third Annual Big Cheese Reads Gala was held on Tuesday, May 1 at the Seaport World Trade Center. The evening was an opportunity to acknowledge supporters of our organization, as well as celebrate literacy and public education.

This year we had the privilage of honoring two longtime advocates of Boston Partners in Education:
Ronald E. Logue, Chairman & CEO, State Street Corporation
Dr. Elizabeth Reilinger, Chairperson, Boston School Committee

Honorary Gala Co-Chairs:
             John W. & Peggy Henry
             Senator Edward M. & Victoria Kennedy
             Kim McLarin
             Mayor Thomas M. & Angela Menino
             William A. & Brooke Muggia
             Governor Deval L. & Diane Patrick


February 26, 2007
Boston Partners in Education teamed up with Mayor Thomas Menino to host a breakfast for those in the corporate community who have gotten involved in mentoring middle school students on the importance of literacy through our Big Cheese Reads Initiative! The breakfast was held at the Parkman House, where Mayor Menino spoke with guests on how necessary corporate support of public education is in Boston. Special thanks to Mayor Menino for his support of the Big Cheese Reads!