Education -- Boston Metro     

TeenTV ran two eight-week workshops in television production in the summer of 2004, around the time of the Democratic National Convention. The workshops were designed to transform teens into producers of community television programs on youth issues that will be cablecast on Boston Neighborhood Network channels. In addition to technical training in lighting, audio, video and computer equipment, the program provided an opportunity for youth to develop peer leadership skills and practice academic skills such as research, writing and cutting-edge computer software applications, all in a fun and collaborative environment. The workshops focused on civic engagement, with opportunities to explore community and political issues raised by the Democratic National Convention.

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Education -- Boston Metro 

ReadBoston was founded in 1995 to ensure that all Boston children are fluent readers by the end of 3rd grade. It forms partnerships with local organizations committed to childhood literacy to funnel program ideas, best practices and resources into Boston neighborhoods. Through book drives, lending libraries and programs designed to make reading fun, ReadBoston promotes more effective reading instruction and family involvement in literacy development. Programs include Early Literacy Links, which trains teachers and daycare providers in reading instruction; the Family Literacy Project and the Reading is Fundamental Program, which operate through the public school system to set up lending librari