Volunteers at work!
At Crossroads, we celebrate the invaluable contributions of our volunteers and interns!
Their time and dedication make a real impact on our mission, and we are grateful for the passion and skills they bring to our community.
Important Notice: To ensure a smooth onboarding process, volunteers will not be permitted to begin service until all required pieces are submitted and approved. We appreciate your cooperation in completing the necessary steps, as it allows us to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone involved. Visit this page to take the first step. https://crossroadcenter.org/volunteer-at-crossroads-center-for-children/
Volunteering is the art of making a difference through acts of kindness, the masterpiece of compassion painted on the canvas of community.
Marcus
We are thrilled to have Marcus back at Crossroads this Union College semester. Last year he completed an internship in Room 1, working directly with the classroom team and students. Now he is back learning about Educational Administration and helping our team of directors, as he plans to go into Educational Administration in the future. Welcome back, Marcus!
Anushka
Help us welcome Anushka to Crossroads. A Union College international student, Anushka is a Neuroscience Major graduating in June. We're excited to have her wealth of diverse experiences and talents with us this semester. Her commitment to supporting our students' growth and learning is truly appreciated. Welcome aboard, Anushka.
Sasha
We are delighted to have Sasha join us at Crossroads! A freshman at Union College, Sasha brings multiple skills, talents, and experiences to her placement. She is excited to work with students, and her passion and empathy here will give her the learning and growth she seeks.
Sadie
A big Crossroads welcome to Sadie, a Union College student who will spend her internship semester at Crossroads learning more about how our classrooms work on communication skills and collaborate with our related services, especially Speech. Sadie aspires to become a Speech Therapist in her future, and comes with a lot of experience.
Livvy
Help us welcome Olivia to Crossroads. "Livvy" comes to us as a Union College intern to broaden her experience with children with special needs. She brings experience with camps and performance arts, and is planning to go into a profession of a psychological nature. She says she thrives when there is a lot going on - we have the perfect setting for her here at Crossroads!
Mai
We're delighted to welcome Mai to Crossroads. A Union College international student from Vietnam, Mai comes with a 4.0 and a wealth of experience helping others. Mai wishes to become a Clinical Psychologist and is excited to learn about children, ABA, and communication skills. Help us welcome Mai!
Sarah
Please help us give a warm welcome to Sarah, a Union College student. Sarah has aspirations to be a pediatrician, and wants to learn about children, their development and the ways we work with them at Crossroads. Her experience with children and her love for learning make her a great fit for our school.
Jacee
Jacee is back and we are thrilled. She was with us in the fall, spending her semester in Room 2. Now she's back for her final Siena semester with us, this time behind the scenes to learn about and help with Resource development. Jacee plans to go into Health Administration, and is applying to graduate schools currently.
Emma
We are delighted to welcome Emma to Crossroads! Emma is a senior at SUNY Albany, who brings lots of experience with young children to Room 11, the classroom she'll be in this semester. She is helpful and kind, and we're excited to see all she does here.
Margie
We are beyond grateful for Margie, a wonderful a part of the Crossroads family for several years. Each week, Margie dedicates her time and talents behind the scenes, contributing in countless ways to support our students, therapists, and teachers. Thank you, Margie, for your unwavering support, kindness, and generosity. You are truly an integral part of our team, and we are so lucky to have you!
Kathy
We are thrilled to welcome back Kathy, our amazing Library Time volunteer, who has been a cherished part of our Crossroads family for a few years. After being out since last spring, we’re overjoyed to have her return to share her love for reading and learning with our students. Kathy will be here every other week, ready to host Library Time sessions filled with stories, exploration, and fun. Teachers, don’t forget to sign up your classes for this special opportunity to spend time with Kathy and dive into the magical world of books! Thank you, Kathy for your dedication and enthusiasm. We’re so excited to have you back, and we know our students are too!
LifeSong Shout Out!
11.6.24 Today's LifeSong volunteers worked on unpacking boxes of our library books, and making categories for the shelves. We're so lucky to have this help!
Donna
A big shout-out to Donna, an unsung volunteer hero behind the scenes! 🌟 Yesterday, Donna devoted hours to organizing HR paperwork and files, bringing order to the chaos and making our HR Specialist's job a whole lot smoother. Donna's dedication to detail and tireless efforts haven't gone unnoticed! We are grateful for her commitment!