The Reynolda Rotary Club
of Winston-Salem has bridged social capital through its innovative partnership with Cook
Elementary School since 2003. The Club’s initial involvement entailed financial donations for
playground and other outdoor equipment, as well as mentoring and tutoring time
commitments.
Over time, bonding relationships have developed between the diverse groups of Rotary
members, students, teachers and school administration, resulting in improved student
self-confidence, test score gains, trust building and stereotype elimination.
Additional traditions
have also been established, including a book fair, an annual Holiday Party and a
scholarship fund
at Winston-Salem State University.
