We are the People of the Book

Yet the absence of books and a high illiteracy rate have a profound impact on our city and society. Through KOREH L.A., The Jewish Federation's literacy program, we address the literacy crisis and resulting achievement gap in our public schools.

KOREH L.A. is the largest volunteer children's literacy program in the city. Over the past 12 years, the Federation has trained and placed over 10,500 volunteers as reading partners, reaching over 22,000 LAUSD students. Join us at KOREH L.A. and change the life of a student.

Koreh Connections

Inspirational Children’s Book Addresses Civil Rights

Inspirational Children’s Book Addresses Civil Rights

Based on the true-life experiences of author Michael S. Bandy, and co-authored with Eric Stein, "White Water" is a children's book that addresses the psychological implications of segregation on a young African-American boy growing up in the South in the 1960s. Read More »

First KOREH L.A. Regional Meeting: A Great Success!

First KOREH L.A. Regional Meeting: A Great Success!

Even the pouring rain could not stop the KOREH L.A. "Team One" volunteers from getting together on Monday for the first-ever KOREH L.A. Regional Meeting! Read More »

Wrapping Up 2011 in Style: Glimpses of our Holiday Event

Wrapping Up 2011 in Style: Glimpses of our Holiday Event

The holiday cheer was palpable on Sunday as 70 of our volunteers gathered together for our annual Wrap It Up holiday event! Read More »

When Mittens Go Missing: Jan Brett’s “The Mitten”

When Mittens Go Missing: Jan Brett’s “The Mitten”

Beautifully illustrated, Jan Brett's "The Mitten" is a retelling of a traditional Ukrainian folk tale, perfect for 4-8 year-old children. Read More »

Books for You, Books for Me: KOREH L.A. Volunteer Organizes Book Exchange

Books for You, Books for Me: KOREH L.A. Volunteer Organizes Book Exchange

Diane Hunt-Glassman has been a KOREH L.A. volunteer since 2005. In her own words, Diane shares about the All-School Book Exchange she began at Garden Grove Elementary, where she volunteers. Read More »

‘Tis the Season for Hot Chocolate and Holiday Stories!

‘Tis the Season for Hot Chocolate and Holiday Stories!

‘Tis the season for wintery literacy events! While Los Angeles might not have actual snowflakes, that certainly does not mean we can't have wintery fun! Read More »

What’s in Your Lunch Box?

What’s in Your Lunch Box?

The nutritional value, or lack thereof, in school lunches has been a hot topic in the news. With many LAUSD schools welcoming fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and saying good bye to all things fatty and fried, a big question on everyone's mind is - what do the students think? Read More »

Volunteers We’re Talkin’ To: Lilia Arbona

Volunteers We’re Talkin’ To: Lilia Arbona

Lilia, a KOREH L.A. volunteer at Carthay Center Elementary, holds a special place in our hearts since she is a fellow employee here at The Jewish Federation. Read More »

Education News Round-Up: November 2011

Education News Round-Up: November 2011

State budget cuts continue to hold a prominent role in our local education news. In other news, parents are seeking to pass legislation that would allow them to play a greater role in creating education policy Read More »

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