July Newsletter
ID: Students in our summer camp, Outdoors Outspoken, wading into Bde Maka Ska on a field trip.
826 MSP is growing!
Dear Friend,
Summer programming and back-to-school preparation are in full swing at 826 MSP, and we have some exciting opportunities to share with you! 826 MSP's team is growing, and we could use your help in spreading the word.
Positions are open in the following areas:
We are hiring for a new full time position of Community Engagement Coordinator. This person will focus on family engagement programming and volunteer coordination. Somali speaking skills are required, and applications submitted by August 6 will receive priority screening. $40-45k salary, benefits, and one flexible work-from-home day per week. Read the full job description here and share widely!
We have openings on our board of directors! Passionate about educational equity and creative writing for the next generation of Twin Cities writers? Looking to take on an enhanced volunteer role that will hone your leadership skills and contribute positively to our community? Learn more about 826 MSP's board of directors and apply here.
Student Spotlight
ID: Text of a poem by Ahmed N., age 12, which was inspired by Poet Laureate, Joy Harjo's piece, "Remember" - "Remember that earth provides you oxygen so you can breathe and live/Remember that we are humans and all in this together/We are connected because we are all living /People can form opinions together because we are all humans/People are different now, society can change and grow/If we do not change our ways, then in the future we will not have a planet earth"
Upcoming Events
Our network's favorite holiday is right around the corner! Join us for an Open House from 4:00-7:00pm on Thursday, August 26. There will be a writing workshop, food, games, and opportunities to hear our talented young writers read their latest works! No RSVP necessary, just drop by our youth writing center on 826 Day.
Supporter Spotlight
ID: An ocean water background with the following text: "Thank you for sharing input on 826 MSP's future!...Students, families, volunteers, donors, community partners, educators, board, & staff". Our logo with a whale and mini-submarine is also included.
Thank you to all stakeholders for sharing feedback on 826 MSP's upcoming strategic plan! Our board and staff will build out our priorities for the next few years based on your input. We will finalize the plan and can't wait to share it with our whole community this fall!