As I mentioned earlier, the next several days I will be cleaning out the office to create more space and organizing materials so that the children who participate in the summer school program can access them easily. Today I sorted old files, from the year 2009, because the center likes to keep track of students who have participated in the program in the past. I also cleaned out a cabinet and separated new and used office supplies. Fortunately the center is conscious of recycling materials, so although there were many old folders and used paper that other offices would surely discard, we will be using those as best we can. I have noticed, however, that the center does not recycle paper that can no longer be used, and I am going to do my best to create an easy system to encourage that. Dickinson has definitely made me more aware of sustainability issues, and I would like to share that awareness at El Centro, especially because we work with so many children and young adults that can be influenced as well. After organizing a little bit, I returned to making phone calls and reminding parents that the deadline for summer school is quickly approaching. My supervisor stepped out to a meeting and left me alone in the office, where there was plenty to do between cleaning, making phone calls, and answering the door. I was quite busy, and I can't believe the lack the assistance that my supervisor has to work with on a daily basis, something that I believe is common in the non-profit sector.