Childhood Success
Childhood Sucess
When local kids are well-fed, well-rested and well-supported, they are far more likely to succeed in school and in life.
When we invest in our kids, those benefits stack up over time. Students who graduate high school are more likely to find a job that pays a livable wage, live healthier lives and give back to their community.
Making Early Literacy a Top Priority
We know that when children start their education journey ready to learn, it sets them up for success in the future. Lasting change starts with our children. By preparing and supporting them in school, connecting families seeking help with programs and supports, and providing education and growth opportunities, we can create healthier, more financially stable communities.
Third Grade is Pivotal
From kindergarten through third grade, children learn to read. By fourth grade, they must be able to read to learn. In fact, a child’s ability to read proficiently by the end of third grade is the strongest predictor of their future academic success. Children who aren’t reading at grade-level by this point are 4x more likely to drop out of school early.
Our Work
We help kids move toward the brightest possible future by investing in three key areas.
Engagement in Learning
United Way Regina is helping children build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in school and in life by supporting programs and resources that give them a strong start and continued support along the way.
Connectedness and Community Involvement
United Way is helping kids build positive relationships, strengthen connections with their families, and grow into confident leaders in their communities. By supporting programs and resources that encourage belonging, resilience, and personal growth, we’re ensuring children have the foundation they need to thrive both today and in the future.
Emotional and Physical Wellbeing
United Way is investing in a positive future for kids by helping them build confidence, make healthy choices, and believe in themselves. Through strong community support and opportunities that encourage personal growth, children are gaining the tools they need to lead healthy, fulfilling lives today and in the years to come.
Our Solution
A good education offers a way out of poverty. Reaching grade-level reading by the end of third grade is a critical milestone that shapes a child’s future success. Our work focuses on building strong foundations in literacy by supporting community-driven solutions to widespread but solvable challenges. United Way is uniquely positioned to bring together schools, businesses, community organizations and volunteers to ensure children have the support they need to become confident readers and thrive in school and in life.
Taking it to Scale
Schools cannot succeed alone. To achieve our goals, we need you! Engaged communities mobilize to remove barriers, expand opportunities, and assist parents to be full partners in the success of their children.
Collectively, we all are working to improve school and life outcomes for children by getting more kids to read proficiently by the end of third grade.
Invest in our Future
You can help our community’s students succeed in school and in life! Donate through United Way Regina today. Your gift will help us provide vital literacy supports and positively impact hundreds of kids in Regina and the surrounding areas.
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