Why We Do What We Do: Susan and Thomas
Tutor Susan Shillen and Student Thomas Sellman The tutor speaks: Susan Shillen Thomas has completed levels one through four of “Laubach Way to Reading”, and read all 14 books in … Read more
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Student Spotlight: Ira Richardson
Tutor Sarah Fredericks with her student Ira Richardson My name is Ira Richardson. I am originally from a small town called Scotland Neck, North Carolina. I was born and raised … Read more
Coordination Help Needed For January 2015 Event
There are many ways to get involved with this mission besides tutoring. One specific need: All the Anne Arundel County Senior Centers are interested in having us do a presentation … Read more
Sarah’s Great Reads: A Wonderful Resource
My name is Sarah Fredericks. I am originally from Ireland but currently live in Maryland with my husband Carl. Growing up in Ireland, one of my keenest pleasures was to … Read more
Success Story: Harvey and Chelsea
Tutor Chelsea Caspar and Harvey Harvey, who lives with his wife in Davidsonville, has struggled with reading throughout his life. He had to leave school at age 15 to work … Read more
Student Spotlight: Rosalyn
Rosalyn and her tutor Lynette DelPrete Rosalyn came to the Literacy Council after struggling with the writing requirements for her GED prep course at the community college. Refusing to give … Read more
A Happy Update
Juan and tutor Harry DeLong Juan has passed the test to be accepted in the pre-GED course at the community college! His score was 226 compared to his previous score … Read more
It’s Adult Education & Family Literacy Week!
September 22-28, 2014 Adult Education and Family Literacy (AEFL) Week is held each year in September to raise public awareness of adult education and family literacy, assist adult learners in need of literacy services, and support … Read more
September Tutor Meetup Was A Big Success
Twelve tutors attended the September 6th pizza party at Katie Williams’s home. Tutor trainer Deborah Stoeckle coordinated the event, which allowed tutors to get to know one another while exchanging … Read more
AACLC Recognized with 2014 Great Nonprofits Award and GuideStar Exchange Seal
We did it again! We have won the 2012, 2013 and now 2014 Top-Rated Great Nonprofit award, as well as the GuideStar Exchange Seal, demonstrating the AACLC’s commitment to transparency. Please take a moment to check … Read more