The Impact of Reading to Children
Did you know? A typical child from a literate family enters first grade with approximately 1,000 hours of being read to by an adult whereas a child from a low-literate … Read more
Elizabeth Cottrell
Director’s Message Dec. 2017
GivingTuesday national results are in. Out of 689 “small” nonprofits competing for GivingTuesday donations through Razoo, Anne Arundel Literacy Council came in #4 nationally, with $13,859 raised to support our students and tutors. You are absolutely … Read more
Did You Know?
A typical child from a literate family enters first grade with approximately 1,000 hours of being read to by an adult. A child from a low-literate family averages just 25 … Read more
Student Success: Tarhonda
Tarhonda wants to improve her skills to get a better-paying job to support herself and her 4-year-old daughter. In addition to completing Laubach level 2, she has been working with … Read more
Students Appreciate Their Tutors
From GED student Bridgette to her tutor Susann: “Ms. Susann, you have been such a blessing in my life. Your determination and flexibility to get me through what has been … Read more
Tutor Spotlight: Jessica Fumando
Jessica Fumando and tutor John Carley John Carley, a retired EPA professional, has tutored several students since his initial tutor training in October 2016. After his retirement in 2010, he … Read more
Giving Tuesday November 28, 2017
Change a Life Through Literacy #GivingTuesday, November 28, 2017 Exciting News! An AACLC Executive Board member has pledged to match the first $2,500 donations on #GivingTuesday! Razoo is waiving their 4% platform … Read more
Test-Taking Skills Workshop January 20, 2018
Saturday, January 20th from 9am – noon Founders Room Wood’s Memorial Presbyterian Church Severna Park The GED, as well as the entrance tests for the NEDP and Community College, have … Read more
Support AACLC Through Workplace Giving
Workplace Giving is a simple way to make tax-deductible donations to local charities through payroll contributions. Please consider supporting the Anne Arundel County Literacy Council through your employer’s workplace giving … Read more