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Inspiring Summers, The Big Lift’s innovative summer program, helps prevent summer learning loss by providing free summer learning opportunities for early elementary students in The Big Lift’s partner districts. We’re excited to be enrolling students in the 10th annual Inspiring

As the school year comes to a close and summer break starts, children everywhere are excited for some time off. But for many students, summer isn’t just a break from school—it’s also a break from learning. And that can lead

On March 7-8, literacy advocates, educators, and district leaders came together for the Literacy and Justice for All Symposium, hosted by the Oakland Literacy Coalition. Thirty-four representatives from preschools and school districts partnering with The Big Lift registered for the

At The Big Lift, we know that strong reading skills are the foundation of future success. That’s why we’ve spent 2024 deepening our partnerships and expanding our programs to ensure more children in San Mateo County are set up for

We’re thrilled to announce that The Big Lift’s 10th Annual Inspiring Summers Program is open for registration! For the past decade, Inspiring Summers has helped young learners across San Mateo County stay engaged during the summer break, build literacy skills,

Hot off the press–get to know The Big Lift in our newest video! Research demonstrates a direct correlation between early literacy and later school and life outcomes. The Big Lift is San Mateo County’s answer to ensure that children in