UC Links Partner Programs
UC Links is a funding partner of the UCI CASE program that has promoted partnerships with five local programs. These five programs include Girls Inc. of Orange County, Project Kidz Connect, Math CEO, KidWorks, and Turtle Rock. To learn more about each of these programs, visit the UC Links Partner Programs page. For Fall 2023, Girls Inc., Math CEO, Turtle Rock, and KidWorks will be accepting volunteers.
Students in EDUC 160 and 191 are required to complete their hours at one of the four partner fieldwork sites. If students are unable to complete their fieldwork hours at one of the four programs, they can submit a waiver for instructor approval. The following reasons are potentially acceptable reasons to seek a waiver:
To submit a waiver, please fill out the application here.
Students in EDUC 160 and 191 are required to complete their hours at one of the four partner fieldwork sites. If students are unable to complete their fieldwork hours at one of the four programs, they can submit a waiver for instructor approval. The following reasons are potentially acceptable reasons to seek a waiver:
- Transportation to our partner sites is a hardship
- Your school/work schedule does not allow you to attend any of the partner sites
- You already worked at another out-of-school program prior to the start of the quarter
To submit a waiver, please fill out the application here.
Girls Inc. of Orange County
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Location:
Multiple locations in Orange County Home office: 1801 E. Edinger Avenue, Suite 255A Santa Ana, CA 92705 Elementary School Sites: All in Santa Ana, CA and Anaheim, CA Program Description: Girls Inc has a variety of programs tailored to meet the interests and needs of girls in Orange County, including programs related to literacy, STEM, and college preparation. Program Hours: Monday - Friday: Hours depend by school site. Generally, programs run between 9:00AM-6:00PM. Orientation Process: Send an email to Senior Volunteer Services Coordinator, Carolina Ramirez at CRamirez@girlsinc-oc.org. Please indicate in the email that you are an EDU160 Fieldwork student at UC Irvine seeking volunteer opportunities. TB Test/Background Check: TB Test: Yes, but it will depend on the school site. Background Check: Yes, mandatory for all sites! |
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KidWorks
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Location:
Multiple locations in Santa Ana, CA: 817 S Townsend St Santa Ana CA 92704 1721 Evergreen St Apt B Santa Ana CA 92707) Main Location UCI Students Volunteer at: 1902 W. Chestnut Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92703 Program Description: KidWorks offers a variety of activities for K-12th grade students, such as homework help, reading time, character and social-emotional development and computer-based learning. Students are typically broken into the following groups: K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6-8th, and 9th-12th grade. At the Donahue Center, they serve around 150 students. Each satellite center serves around 60 students. Program Hours: Mon – Thur: 3:00PM - 7:00PM 3:00 - 5:00PM Kinder, 1st, 2nd grade 4:30 - 5:00PM 3rd, 4th, 5th grade 5:30 - 7:00PM 6th-12th grade Fri: hours vary due to events/administrative opportunities Orientation Process: Interested in volunteering with KidWorks? Complete their Volunteer Application. TB Test/Background Check: TB Test: Dependent on which program (preschool yes, afterschool no) Background Check: Yes |
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Math CEO
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Location:
UC Irvine Campus Program Description: Math CEO serves primarily middle school students from Santa Ana, CA. Throughout the year, they work on a math enrichment curriculum with their college mentors. Mentors work with students to develop critical and mathematical thinking skills during ~90min sessions. Sessions for middle school students are held in person on the UCI Campus. For more information about this wonderful program, please visit the program website at www.math.uci.edu/~mathceo or email the leadership team at mathceo@uci.edu. Program Hours: Monday: 2:00-3:50pm (UCI ALP 2500) - Middle school coaching Wednesday: 2:00-3:50pm (UCI) - Middle school fieldwork Orientation Process: Interested in volunteering with Math CEO? There are two steps: 1) Read this information document. 2) Fill out this form. Turtle Rock Kids Club Location:
1 Sunnyhill, Irvine, CA 92603 Program Description: Recreation-based after-school program for children in grades kindergarten thru 6th. Learn more here: www.cityofirvine.org/parks-facilities/after-school-programs. Program Hours: Monday-Friday: Grades K-2: 3:30-4PM; Grades 3-6: 2:45-3:15PM Monday-Friday: Kindy Cove (K): 11:30-2:30PM (need one volunteer per day) Orientation Process: On your first shift you will meet with their staff. Interested in volunteering with Turtle Rock? Send an email to TRCPchildservices@cityofirvine.org. Please be sure to specify that you are an advanced fieldwork student looking for any volunteer opportunities. TB Test/Background Check (Y/N): Yes |
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