East Side Learning Center

ESLC support students in grades Pre-K through third grade who read below grade level and cannot get help eslewhere. 

Now Recruiting Volunteers for the 2023-2024 School Year!

Become a Literacy Mentor and Help St. Paul Students

Visit our Volunteer Page to learn more about how to become a Literacy Mentor with East Side Learning Center. 

Loving

We provide a loving, affirming and respectful atmosphere.

Caring adults volunteer as Literacy Mentors to work with the same child for an entire semester or school year. Become a Literacy Mentor. 

Education

Education that transforms and encourages each child to reach his/her full potential.

Educators adapt each child's lessons in partnership with teachers and/or parents to meet specific needs. 

Accountability

Accountability and careful stewardship of community resources.

We believe in transparency with our stakeholders and value their partnership.

Results

Results, driven by high quality, a systematic approach and academic rigor.

We are more than a place or program.  Leveraging sound evidence, ESLC has high expectations for each child and takes a strengths-based approach to build each child's confidence. 

Needs

Needs of children drive where resources are allocated.

Children are at the heart of our program and the focus of our investments. 

Love and Learning Together

How can you help?