Students are more successful at school when learning is encouraged at home and in the communities in which they live. Through its innovative methods, The National School and Community Corps (NSCC) involves parents and other adults in programs and activities along with students, making them partners in their children's learning in schools that have significant poverty and the social and educational issues that accompany low income. Together, parents and students participate in reading programs, service projects, multicultural celebrations, scouts, sports, and recreation. Since 2000, about 2,000 family members and more than 3,000 community members have participated in NSCC programs annually. This effective practice was highlighted in the National Service News, Issue No.151, February 2002, published by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
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