These posts include information and news of particular interest to our volunteers and tutors.
We have lots of upcoming activities to share this month. Please check out our other recent posts!
Reminder: our fifth annual BOOK FAIR will happen at Annapolis Mall on Saturday, September 27. We’re collecting books now until 9/8 (deadline extended)! Please email AACLC.bookfair@gmail.com for drop-off locations. The book fair supports our free adult education programs.
Many thanks,
Jane
Please read the moving words of our student Loamir Roberio in this post. Rob is an enthusiastic English language learner, and working with his tutor, JoAnne Dement (also an AACLC trainer), has given him much more than language skills.
For years, the Rotary Club of Annapolis has funded the Literacy Council’s curriculum materials purchases through its Crab Feast Grant program. This year, we are proud to have received significant additional support from the Annapolis Rotaract Club, a Rotary-sponsored service club for young professionals. See this post for more information.
Our fifth annual BOOK FAIR will happen at Annapolis Mall on Saturday, September 27. We’re collecting books now! See this post for details. The book fair supports our free adult education programs.
Many thanks,
Jane
Eleven new tutors became part of the AACLC volunteer team on June 14. Many of them are already matched with students. Thank you to our training team, these eager new … Read more
We’re excited to announce that our fifth annual BOOK FAIR will happen at Annapolis Mall on Saturday, September 27. See below for more information.
The book fair supports our free adult education programs. The need for Literacy Council services continues…
Fifty-nine million adults in the United States read at the lowest level. Anne Arundel County’s low-literacy rate among adults 16 and older is 15%.
Why do so many of us, about one in three nationwide, struggle with this challenge? Among the causes are poverty and learning differences, even a lack of diagnoses. Read findings and insights on the causes of low literacy on ProLiteracy’s website.
A 15% low-literacy rate in a county where schools are known for excellence is not something we have to accept. This is why we assess and welcome new students to our programs week after week.
Thank you for helping us reach and tutor more students every year.
Best summer wishes,
Jane
Our next tutor training session has been scheduled for June 14 at Woods Church in Severna Park! We’re always looking for new, dedicated tutors. We have a waiting list of … Read more
Above is a snapshot of our student demographics for FY25 As of April 30, we know that AACLC tutors have worked with 178 students so far this fiscal year, which … Read more
In May, we review the Literacy Council’s accomplishments over the previous 12 months. Our fiscal year runs from June 1 through May 31.
Students have achieved many goals this year. These include earning a high school diploma, getting a job or promotion, improving English language skills, reading a book to a child, completing coursework at AACC, becoming a U.S. citizen, and much more.
AACLC volunteers have donated their time, talents, and care in working with our wonderful students.
Please check out some other posts on our website on to learn more about our activities and impact.
Many thanks for all you do,
Jane
Matthew Gallagher Joins Our Staff In March, Matthew Gallagher, Literacy Council tutor and trainer, joined our staff as an ESL Student Coordinator. Matt grew up in the suburbs of Washington, … Read more
National Volunteer Week is April 20 through 26! Thank you for all you do as volunteers — assessors, coordinators, tutors, staff, board members, and event helpers. See a post about our volunteers here.
Celebrate your good work with us… Our Annual Appreciation Dinner is on May 1. We’ll host a heartwarming volunteer and student gathering with a buffet dinner at Woods Church in Severna Park. If you plan to attend, please RSVP as soon as you can for you and your student. The event is FREE for students, volunteers, and guests.
On June 5, the Annapolis Rotaract Club will host its Rock the Dock fundraiser to benefit the Literacy Council at the Annapolis Maritime Museum.
See our other posts about these fantastic opportunities to celebrate and support our work.
On June 14, we’ll host a new tutor training session. Refer a friend to volunteer with us!
Thank you,
Jane
Literacy Council Appreciation Dinner Thursday, May 1, 6 – 8 pm Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church, Severna Park A celebratory gathering and buffet dinner for tutors and their students. Please RSVP by … Read more