January 2017 Tutor Talk

We would love to speak to your organization or church group about the work of Craven Literacy Council. Please contact Sandra McKinney at s.mckinney@cravenliteracy.org or 252-637-8079 to schedule a speaker.

Greetings!

Happy 2017!!! I hope everyone had a restful holiday season. I am looking forward to a new year full of growth for our students and productive community relationships for our organization.

What is on our 'wish list' for 2017?

(1) To build a learning lab with computers and resources available for students to drop in during certain hours for additional help with their literacy goals. This would be wonderful for current students who are transitioning and waiting for a different tutor, as well as for students who are new and waiting for a tutor.

(2) To build a mentoring program to help our adult students job shadow or investigate career and college interests to better their lives.

This is a great time to review your student's goals and visit with me if you would like to modify your instructional materials. I will be reaching out to you about any new changes in instructional offerings available through CLC and our community partners. You are a treasure to CLC!

Warm wishes for a healthy and happy New Year.

Carol

Holiday Traditions Potluck Event

What a great turnout for our Holiday Traditions and Potluck on Dec. 13. So many happy, hungry, talkative folks enjoying delicious food and fellowship at our 5th annual event. If you weren't able to attend, you missed a wonderful time. Here's a suggestion for a New Year's Resolution - resolve to attend next year's potluck and be part of the merriment!

Articles Needed for Student Newsletter

Happy New Year Tutors! In honor of a new year, Amy and I are asking you to encourage your students to write a story for the Student Newsletter, which comes out every quarter. We are currently collecting stories for the March issue. The stories can be about anything, and would be a great exercise in their learning experience. We look forward to receiving your students' stories! Please send them to a.reingold@cravenliteracy.org or d.guillory@cravenliteracy.org.

Debby & Amy

Giving the "Gift of Literacy" All Year

Any time you are searching for the perfect gift idea or remembrance for a friend or loved one, consider giving the "Gift of Literacy". We will send a card to the recipient acknowledging your generosity in recognition of events such as birthdays, memorials, etc. There is a minimum donation of $25. By making a donation to Craven Literacy Council in honor of your friends or loved ones, you are making a meaningful contribution to our community.

Carol's Tutor Tips:

Remember the Informal Assessment Packets? If you did not receive an Informal Assessment Packet for your student, please email me at c.mccormick@cravenliteracy.org. The program staff would love to meet with you to discuss how you can help your student focus specifically on exercises and activities they need to improve their literacy skills. If you have given your student an Informal Assessment, please submit the test results to us by dropping by the office or slipping an envelope in the door slot in Office A. Thank you for your support of your student and of CLC!!

Craven Literacy Council Board of Directors

CLC is very fortunate and blessed to have dedicated and hard-working volunteers serve on our Board of Directors. As of January 2017, the following persons are serving in this capacity:

JoAnn Kerrick (Chairman), Glenn Clairmont (Vice-Chairman, Current Tutor), Kathy Carter (Treasurer, Current Tutor), Karen Segal (Secretary, Current Tutor), Keith Merritt, Susan Moffat-Thomas, Bill Rivenbark, John Shipherd, Jim Slaughter, MaryLane Stine (Current Tutor), and Alice Underhill.

New Tutor Training - January 2017

I am excited to announce the next New Tutor Training workshop begins Tuesday, January 17, 2017 and will continue with sessions on January 19, 24, 26 and please note; March 9 (Tuesdays and Thursdays). These training sessions will be from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. All sessions will be held at Craven Literacy Council Meeting Rooms, 2507 - F Neuse Blvd., New Bern, NC. Please spread the word to anyone that you think would make a good tutor. You may contact Carol McCormick at c.mccormick@cravenliteracy.org for a New Tutor Training Info Packet or encourage people to visit our website at www.cravenliteracy.org.

In-Services In The Works

Several in-services are being planned to help you and your students with Digital Literacy, Family Literacy and Job/Career Opportunities in Craven County. We will continue to learn more from USCIS about the Citizenship process. In March, we will be launching the second round of informal assessments. Please be assured we are here to support you as you continue to do magnificent work with your students.

Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Ball

The 6th Annual Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Ball is scheduled for February 3, 2017. Fathers and daughters are invited to put on their dancing shoes and step out together for a fun Valentine's event at this year's Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Ball. Dancing, dinner and fond memories between fathers and their daughters will mark the 6th annual Sweetheart Ball sponsored by the Craven Literacy Council. Tickets are $75 per couple and $25 for each additional daughter. Please visit our website at www.cravenliteracy.org or call 252-637-8079 for details and to buy tickets.

Remember: Bring your key & keep the door locked!!!

Our Mission

Craven Literacy Council's mission is building literacy skills to empower adults and improve lives.

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Craven Literacy Council

2507-F Neuse Blvd.

New Bern, North Carolina 28562

252-637-8079

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