UCLA Generation Xchange

“It's truly a blessing to be a part of Gen X! Volunteering at Angeles Mesa is a special treat for me. I was a student at "The Mesa" graduating 6th grade in 1968. My three daughters were "Mesa Bugs" and my granddaughters are currently students. So, this opportunity as a retiree is full circle for me!
I LOVE working with the students and supporting the teacher. The students have embraced me as part of the class. Today, I was happy to help a student who usually does not finish his assignments, complete his math problems. He was so proud to show the teacher!
Thank you GenX, for this opportunity to help invest in our children's futures.” - Anita Parnell, GenX Volunteer at Angeles Mesa Elementary School

“It is such a JOY to see children who are not your own just light up when you walk into their classroom. A great feeling to know you are making a difference in their day.” - Paula Haltom, GenX Volunteer at Angeles Mesa Elementary School

Learn more about volunteering with GenX at: GenerationXchange.org

“I love being a GenX volunteer because I love interacting with the kids while assisting my teacher. GenX gives me an opportunity to give back to my community’s future leaders and I love that!” - Katherine Smith, GenX Volunteer at Angeles Mesa Elementary School.

“I love working at Angeles Mesa Elementary with 1st / 2nd Combo class with Ms. Cruz and Ms. Watson . We work with the students to enhance life skills: Respect each other, use of daily manners and understanding the importance of doing your best in all subjects. 💕” - Cheryl Patterson-Sims, GenX Volunteer at Angeles Mesa Elementary School

Learn more and sign up today at: GenerationXchange.org

“I am pleased to provide the extra help and support that students and teachers need. It's a nice feeling to see the smiling faces of students and know I caused some of those smiles because of the help I gave them." - Donna Massenburg, GenX Volunteer at Angeles Mesa Elementary School

Learn more and sign up today at: https://generationxchange.org

GenX School Spotlight ⭐ Angeles Mesa Elementary School

In 2014, Angeles Mesa Elementary School started as a six-month pilot program with five volunteers and a start-up donation from a private donor. GenX then left Angeles Mesa in 2015 to expand its reach to other schools in South LA.

The program officially returned to Angeles Mesa in 2024 as the eighth school site with five new volunteers, who were excited to make a difference in the lives of the students by continuing to emphasize student-centered and inquiry based learning.

Our goal then and now continues to be to improve student literacy/math scores while boosting the health and well-being of senior volunteers.

Read more here in the GenX newsletter:
https://us7.campaign-archive.com/?u=45f2dfcdfe21b2a719eef6bef&id=3ed6598917

“I love being a GenX Volunteer. I am working with an amazing teacher. The kids are great, and I am able to give back to my community, which is something I always wanted to do.” - Ruth Baldwin, GenX volunteer at Baldwin Hills Elementary

Interested in becoming a GenX volunteer? Learn more and sign up today at: GenerationXchange.org

“It has been a pleasure being a GenX volunteer. Assisting the kindergarteners and seeing them communicate, learn, and grow is very satisfying. Working with the students and watching them become independent and confident has truly been a blessing in more ways than I could've imagined. I look forward to participating for many years in the GenX program.” - Leslie Smith, GenX volunteer at Baldwin Hills Elementary

Interested in becoming a volunteer with GenX? Learn more and sign up today at: GenerationXchange.org

“My volunteer duties continue to expand. I was the primary pumpkin carver (during the Halloween season). After I cut the tops off the pumpkins, I assisted the students in reaching down inside the pumpkin to collect as many seeds as they could, then I helped them count the number of seeds they collected.” - Alyce Shigg, GenX volunteer at Baldwin Hills Elementary

"The wonderful reward from being a GenX volunteer is witnessing the value your presence has on the teachers, students year after year, along with the positive impact it has on your life giving back to the community." - Marian Masters, GenX volunteer at Baldwin Hills Elementary