Program Director’s Bio

Robin Muldor-Engram is a dedicated leader in the field of social entrepreneurship, boasting over three decades of experience in education advocacy. She serves as the Founder and CEO of the Peaches and Sourcream Children’s Foundation, Inc. (PSCF), a foundation focused on literacy and primarily dedicated to children in PreK through 3rd grades. PSCF's core mission is to combat the school-to-prison pipeline and address the invisible achievement gap that affects children in foster care.

Robin, originally from Philadelphia, now resides in southern Maryland with her husband. Her entire career has been devoted to working with and on behalf of children. During her time in Philadelphia, Robin worked as a social worker under the auspices of the Department of Human Services (DHS) and taught grades K-8th within the School District of Philadelphia (SDP). In 2007, she earned her second Master’s degree in Library Science & Technology from Drexel University. Before leaving Philadelphia, Robin was promoted to Branch Manager, where she oversaw the children’s department at the Overbrook Park Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia. In 2011, Robin received recognition for her well-attended programs and outreach efforts, earning both the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Customer Service Award and the Pennsylvania Library Association’s Best Practices Award.

In 2013, Robin was awarded the Leeway Arts and Change Grant, which she used to collaborate with Delta Community Supports (DCS) in developing a mentorship and literacy workshop for children and youth in foster care. Additionally, in 2014, she secured additional funding from the Philadelphia Activity Fund (PFA) to sustain the program.

In 2016, Robin relocated to the DMV area, where she occasionally works as a substitute teacher in the Alexandria City Public School System (ACPS). In 2019, Robin decided to actively confront the issue of the school-to-prison pipeline, a practice that disproportionately affects students of color, and established PSCF with a mission to encourage children to read for a brighter future while spreading the joy of reading.

Under Robin's dynamic leadership and with the unwavering support of her four board members, PSCF has made a significant impact. The foundation has provided programming to nearly 1,000 children, distributed over 4,500 books, secured six grants, and, with the generous contributions of individual donors, raised a total of over $60,000.00 to support their vital initiatives.

Robin M. Engram

Educator and Advocate

Robin.Muldor@gmail.com

Professional Profile:

Over twenty- five years’ experience  providing dynamic services to children and youth, using literacy and social services to help children explore their lives and the world at large. Committed to life- long learning to inspire curiosity and guide learning, using every opportunity to promote quality childhood achievements.

Highlights:

Offered engaging and award winning programs             Garnered large program participation 

Outreach, Networking and Fundraising abilities            Adequate public speaking skills

Professional and strong interpersonal skills                    Approachable and teachable 

Analytical, responsible and well-organized                    Superior Ratings

Library and Information Science Experience:

Free Library of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA.                                                                 2005-2016

With 54 branches, the Free Library of Philadelphia is the 13th largest public library system in the United States. Its mission is to “advance literacy, guide learning and inspire curiosity” 

• Library Supervisor 1

In 2014, with emphases on children services, received out of class promotion to Library Supervisor 1. With an in-depth understanding of general library functions and operations, managed dissemination of information and services, supervised and coached eleven subordinates, and established and maintained an effective working relationship with staff and the public at large.

• Children’s Librarian 1 & 2 

In 2008 until 2014, advanced promotion to Children’s Librarian 2, continued basic children’s duties with these added functions: reviewed, evaluated, and refined library materials, used discretionary funds to purchase books and electronics ;demonstrated proficient use of current and emerging library systems, databases and technologies; used data bases to retrieve citations and full length text, solicited sponsors for summer reading programs, completed children’s department monthly reports , supervised in absence of branch manager, and cultivated a working relationship with members of the Friends of the Library

• Library Trainee

Full-time library trainee and Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) student on- the- job training. Learned basic circulation duties, Dewey classification and shelving systems, weeding, performed story times and provided reading advisory services  

Teaching Experience:

Alexandria City Public Schools, Alexandria, VA   2016-present

Alexandria City Public Schools District comprises 16 schools that educate a population of more than 15,000 children hailing from 125 countries speaking 87 languages. Its mission is to “help every student to succeed, educating life-long learners and inspiring civic responsibility.”

• Substitute Teacher

Responsible for executing lesson plans efficiently and effectively, while demonstrating the ability to maintain classroom management and daily routines. 

School District of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA                         1998-2005

The School District of Philadelphia by enrollment is the eighth largest public school district in the nation. Its mission is to “deliver on the civil rights of every child in Philadelphia an excellent public school education”

• Teacher of Record

Upon completion of Master’s of Education program (2002-2005), promoted to and assigned as teacher of record; Reading, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies 

• Literacy Intern (1999-2002) : worked collaboratively with veteran teacher on literacy instruction to provide fundamental skills using the components of “balanced literacy” to develop a strong foundation in reading  • Long Term Substitute Teacher (1998-1999): provided extended coverage for teacher of record. 

Human Service Experience:

Philadelphia, PA                                                                                                  1989-1997

The City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services (DHS) provides adjudicated and dependent children services to prevent negligence, physical, sexual and mental abuse. Its mission is to “strengthen and preserve families while empowering them to make choices that lead to safety, stability and well- being”                                                                                              

• Case Manager 

As Case Manager, worked throughout Philadelphia County on behalf of vulnerable children and their families’ located resources such as adequate food, clothing and shelter, assistance with transportation, childcare services, and medical and mental health care; and advocated for family preservation, resettlement, education, housing and job development.

Accomplishments: 

Free Library of Philadelphia, Urban League Leadership Forum Recipient, (2016)

United Way, Non Profit Board Orientation Program (2016)

Published book reviews for online blogs, The Philadelphia Notebook (2016), and the Free Library of Philadelphia, (2015)

Philadelphia Art Sanctuary, Storyteller Honorarium (2013). 

Leeway Foundation Arts and Change Grant, Recipient (2012)

Free Library of Philadelphia system-wide recognition:  3rd of 54 branches for high in-house & outreach statistics

Steering committee member, Free Library of Philadelphia Read by 4th!  Initiative. 

Annual Newsworthy Programs, National Education Association -“Read Across America, celebrated on March2, Dr. Seuss’ birthday.”

Pennsylvania Library Association Best Practices Award (2011).

Free Library of Philadelphia Customer Service Award (2011).

Education:

Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, Master’s of Library and Information Science    2005-2007  

Area of Concentration: Youth Services

Saint Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA, Master’s of Education,    1999-2001  

Area of Concentration: K-8th Curriculum

Livingstone College, Salisbury, NC, Bachelor’s of Science, Business Administration 1983-1987