Glen Ellyn Children's Resource Center (GECRC) offers out-of-school programming that empowers under-resourced K-12 students to meet state and local standards for academic and social-emotional learning; involves students in activities that enrich learning; and connects families to schools and other resources necessary to support student success and well-being. GECRC programs make space where students, their parents, educators, and community members can develop mutually enriching relationships that support and inspire learning and growth.
Organization Address
Churchill Elementary School
240 Geneva Road
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Glen Crest Middle School
725 Sheehan Ave
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Hadley Junior High
240 Hawthorne Blvd
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Lincoln Elementary School
380 Greenfield Ave.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Park View Elementary School
250 S. Park Blvd., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Name and Position of Contact Person
Polly Cooper, Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number
(630) 534-0980 (call or text)
Email Address
Website Address
Days/Hours Available for Service Learners
Churchill Elementary, Lincoln Elementary and Park View Elementary (4:30-5:30 p.m.)
Hadley Junior High (3:40-4:30 p.m.)
Glen Crest Middle School (2:30-3:30 p.m.).
All sites have program running Monday through Thursday.
Description of Service Learner Role
Service Learners who volunteer at GECRC play the role of a tutor/mentor to our students. Responsibilities include helping students with their homework, playing games, engaging in conversation.
Organization Requirements
- Online application
- Orientation
- Background check ( this could take up to 2-weeks)
- At least 1 day a week commitment for the duration of the semester
Number of Placements Available
Unlimited
Contact Information
Career Services
Student Services Center (SSC), Room 3373
Regular Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Email: csc@cod.edu
Phone: (630) 942-2230
Fax: (630) 942-4596
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