Words Alive is fortunate to have an amazing team of volunteers who dedicate so much time and effort into helping children learn from the power of reading. We wouldn’t be where we are today if it weren’t for our superb volunteers who help us spread diversity, unity, and acceptance for all. One of our goals is to have a community of like-minded individuals who can all bond over a shared passion for reading, and a desire to fill the gap in literacy in the country. Every month we enjoy introducing one of the members in our team of volunteers to grow our strength as a community.
This month we would love to honor another one of our incredible volunteers who put in the extra effort this month. A BIG thank you to Stephanie Rubin for all you’ve completed so far. We hope you continue reading with us in the future! Learn a little bit about Stephanie below:
Q: Can you give a brief introduction of yourself?
A: I am a retired elementary aged teacher, married, with two adult sons. I live in Rancho Bernardo.
Q: How did you come across Words Alive?
A: I came across Words Alive when the organization was cited in Times of San Diego online news when Words Alive was awarded a large donation! After a tad bit of research, I came across an orientation, and as they say... the rest is history.
Q: What are your hobbies/interests outside of volunteering?
A: Outside of volunteering, I love to read, volunteer at the Rancho Bernardo library, enjoy cooking, biking, and walking my dog. I also enjoy adult ed and art.
Q: Has reading with Page Turners impacted your perspective on society or your community?
A: Words Alive can impact our community by building our future through developing readers. Once a person has unlocked the written word, worlds open up... forms, applications, research. Reading broadens one's perspectives by being able to place oneself in history, as well as creating imagination. Reading links generations past, to the present, and is a gift to our future.
Q: What is your favorite book(s) so far?
A: I really love the book The Whipping Boy by Sid Fleischman because it deals with relevant issues for all - justice, kindness, community, family and fairness. It does so with wit, wisdom, and a sense of whimsy.
Thank you again, Stephanie, for reading with us!