Student Spotlight: Carlos Troya
Once Carlos sets his sights on a goal, there’s no stopping him. Back in Equador, Carlos had earned a degree as a systems analyst from the University of Quayaquil. He … Read more
WHAT’S NEW
There are exciting things going on at the Anne Arundel County Literacy Council. We’ve hit the highlights here, but be sure to join our mailing list so you won’t miss any of our newsletters or announcements.
In Memoriam: Doris Ford, AACLC Director 1990-1993
Doris Ford, who served as our Literacy Council Director from 1990-1993, was 96 years young when she passed away March 4, 2015. Born in Annapolis and a lifelong Marylander, Doris … Read more
Join Us For The GREAT GIVE May 5-6, 2015
You can change a life through literacy—this Tuesday, May 5, starting at 6pm through Wednesday May 6, ending at 6pm—with a donation of $15 or more to the Literacy Council through The Great … Read more
AACLC Volunteers Transform Lives
Student Howard McGoldrick and one of his tutors, Marion Young Excerpted from article written by Sharon Lee Tegler, Capital Gazette Correspondent March 18, 2015 As a child in the 1940s, … Read more
Tutor Spotlight: Harry DeLong
Student Juan Gutierrez and Tutor Harry Delong Written by Shawn Brubaker, Severna Park Voice Editorial Assistant April 8, 2015 “In 2012, I got an aneurism in my leg, so I … Read more
2015 Student Tutor Appreciation Dinner
180 students, tutors, and guests enjoyed an evening of good food and fellowship while listening to excellent presentations from County Councilman Jerry Walker and Guest Speaker Cortland Jones at our … Read more
Student Success Spotlight: Dillyn Fitgerald
AACLC Student Dillyn Fitzgerald (right) with her math tutor, Anita Ewing Exciting News about student success! Dillyn Fitzgerald, who has been tutored this year by Anita Ewing in math and … Read more
Congratulations To The March 2015 Tutor Class!
Thirty-five enthusiastic and talented volunteers attended our two-day tutor training on February 28nd and March 7th. A big thank you also goes to our dedicated trainer and support team Anita Ewing, … Read more
Check Out These Great Tutor Resources
Imagine not being able to read. Author Ike Eikanger, 76, of Concord shares his poem on the topic in this moving video: http://www.tout.com/m/ih9q1l?ref=twaiydhx … “Test Taking: Tips, Strategies, & How to … Read more
Success Story: Johnny George
Tutor Ray Davis and Johnny George I’ve been working with 63-year-old Johnny George, Sr. since September and have enjoyed every minute of our time together. Johnny is both a gentle … Read more