“Childhood illiteracy is a predictor of adult poverty: If a child is not reading proficiently by the fourth grade, they are four times more likely not to graduate high school,” says Parentis Foundation Executive Director Janice Frechette-Artinger. “Thanks to the commitment of our Experience Corps volunteers, these students will have the opportunity to improve their reading skills, while also benefitting from their tutor’s patience, wisdom, and mentorship. It’s a win-win for both generations.”