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.
Students in EDUC 160 and 191 are required to complete their hours at one of the five partner fieldwork sites. If students are unable to complete their fieldwork hours at one of the five 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 five partner fieldwork sites. If students are unable to complete their fieldwork hours at one of the five 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.
Turtle Rock
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Location:
1 Sunnyhill Drive Irvine, CA 92603 Program Description: Turtle Rock serves around 60-70 1st - 6th grade students per day. Students are divided into the following groups: K-3rd grade and 4th-6th grade. Activities include homework help, crafts, games, sports and more. Program Hours: Mon – Fri: 2 – 6 pm Contact Person: Jennifer Warren Phone: (949) 724-6734 Email: jwarren@cityofirvine.org |
Orientation Process:
Meeting with Jennifer Warren and filling out a volunteer application
TB Test/ Background Check:
TB test: Yes
Background check: No
Meeting with Jennifer Warren and filling out a volunteer application
TB Test/ Background Check:
TB test: Yes
Background check: No
Project Kidz Connect
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Location:
Multiple locations in the Newport-Mesa Unified School District Main Location UCI Students Volunteer at: College Park Elementary 2380 Notre Dame Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Program Description: Project Kidz Connect serves students from multiple schools in NMUSD . They offer curriculum on a variety of activities, including P.E. activities, homework help, literacy, and more. At College Park Elementary, students are typically broken into the following groups: 1st/2nd grade, 3rd/4th grade, and 4th/5th grade. There are around 15-20 students per group. Program Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 2:30 – 5:30 pm Wed: 1:30 – 5:30 pm How to Volunteer: If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the volunteer registration form online at: http://web.nmusd.us/pf4/cms2/view_page?d=x&group_id=1518855658319&vdid=i15a1sier7dr You will also need to submit a TB and Assessment/Test (within the last 60 days) and a valid ID to Lee Ann Griffin at: lgriffin@nmusd.us |
Contact Person:
Lee Ann Griffin
Phone: 949-515-6772
Email: lgriffin@nmusd.us
TB Test/Background Check:
TB Test: Yes
Background Check: No
Lee Ann Griffin
Phone: 949-515-6772
Email: lgriffin@nmusd.us
TB Test/Background Check:
TB Test: Yes
Background Check: No
Girls Inc. of Orange County
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Location:
Multiple locations in Orange County Home office: 1815 Anaheim Avenue Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Program Description: Girls Inc. of Orange County offers a variety of programs for girls, including STEM and literacy. They also incorporate a P.E. curriculum at some sites. For more information on number of students and age groups, contact Stephanie Mendoza. Elementary School Sites (all in Costa Mesa, CA):
Program Hours:
Monday - Thursday: Hours depend by school site. Generally, programs run between 1 and 6 pm. Orientation Process: Visit: https://girlsinc-oc.volunteerhub.com and sign up for an orientation time. Contact Person: Stephanie Mendoza Phone: 714-597-8602 Email: smendoza@Girlsinc-oc.org TB Test/Background Check: TB Test: Yes Background Check: Yes |
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KidWorks
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Location:
Multiple locations in Santa Ana, CA 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 character 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. Program Hours: Mon – Thur: 3 – 6:30 pm Fri: 3 – 6 pm Contact Person: Vanessa Sedano Email: vanessa.sedano@kidworksoc.org Gerardo Magana Email: gerardo.magana@kidworksoc.org Phone: (714) 834-9400 TB Test/Background Check: TB Test: No Background Check: Yes |
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Math CEO
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Location:
UC Irvine Campus and Carr Intermediate Program Description: Math CEO serves primarily middle school students from Santa Ana. Throughout the year, they work on a math enrichment curriculum with their mentors. Mentors work with students to develop critical and mathematical thinking skills during 2 hour sessions, with most sessions being on UCI's campus. Program Hours: Tuesday: 9 - 10 am at UCI (Marco Forster) Tuesday: 2:45 - 4:15 pm at Carr Intermediate Wednesday: 2 - 3 pm and/or 3 - 4 pm at UCI (Lathrop) Wednesday: 2 - 3 pm and/or 3 - 4 pm at UCI (Villa) Orientation Process: There is a mandatory orientation that you will need to attend. For more information, speak with the program director or leader. If you missed the mandatory orientation, you can contact mathceo@math.uci.edu. Contact Person: To become a Math CEO mentor, fill out their sign-up form here. Email: mathceo@math.uci.edu |
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