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
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.
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
Student Spotlight: Marc and Tutor Al Odierno
Above: Tutor Al Odierno and student Marc Tutor Al Odierno firmly believes that much of the good in this world is done by people who labor quietly in the background. Well, … Read more
New & Improved Literacy Library Page
Literacy doesn’t take a summer break! Please take a moment to check out our new-and-improved Literacy Library page at https://icanread.org/literacy-library/,where you will find new educational links, as well as wonderful tutor resources … Read more
Student Spotlight: Winston and Tutor Bonnie Wright
Above: Tutor Bonnie Wright and Student Winston Winston and I have met twice a week for lessons at the Brooklyn Park Library since mid-May. He is an intelligent, soft-spoken young man who … Read more
Tutor Spotlight: Della and Ray Glenn
Above: Della and Ray Glenn with County Councilman Jerry Walker The Southern Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce gave its annual Gene Hall Award to AACLC tutor Della Glenn and her … Read more