I'm not sure how to write about the service learning experience specifically about the library, because as of my writing of this post I have not yet gone there, so instead I'll write about service learning in general. Oftentimes in the past, it's been relegated to "clean the lake" or "remove graffiti from this school" or something else like that, where it's something that won't stay permanent. there will always be more trash around the lake, and graffiti will always pop up, no matter how many people you try to have to clean it up. Something like this, where I'm volunteering in a Library to help kids, can have a permanent effect. I've tutored in the past and helped others with work, and even taught small groups. Doing things like that is why I want to be a teacher. I could care less about the cleanliness of a lake (coming from an Eagle Scout), but if I can have just one person say that I affected their life in a way that inspired them to become a historian, or a mathematician, or a chemist, or do something productive for this world, I'll be content that I have done my job and contributed to society. That is what I feel this opportunity can afford me. I look forward to something more like this, that actually has the potential to matter in the long run.
http://www.lexpublib.org/
Their website is extremely organized, and lists their services and programs. I don't know how many people take part in them, but the mere fact that there are so many programs is indicative that plenty of people take advantage of this resource. It seems very successful and dedicated to helping kids grow and develop to be ready for high school, college, and beyond.
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