National City Library ▬ Meet Our Literacy Tutors

Meet Our Tutors: Samuel V -National City Library Tutor

National City
Library Literacy

Literacy Services Newsletter: March 2021

My name is Samuel, I have been tutoring at the National City Public Library for more than 2 years. First a work study tutor from my school and then as a volunteer, proud to say I have absolutely no regrets to have been around this library for this long. The amazing people I have met, both fellow workers and learners are just one of the many reasons why I would not trade this experience for anything.

I have tutored GED, ASVAB & other subjects like general education in high school, middle school, and even elementary school for the Children’s department. Each one of my learners has been special and has led me to not only discover more about them, but it has also led me to discover more about myself.

It is always amazing to see the determination of each learner to take the step forward to do something that could potentially help them improve their lives forever. Ranging from the youth who wish to excel in their classes to adults who know they still have not achieved their full potential and want more out of life.  READ MORE ➤➤

 

Automatic Readability Checker

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 12

Reading Level: fairly difficult to read.

Reader's Age: 17-18 yrs. old

(Twelfth graders)

 

Sign Up Now To Be A Volunteer

Or Take Our Classes & Tutoring Sessions

APPLY NOW !

Call 619-470-5860 or email

literacy@nationalcitylibrary.org

Redlands Library ▬ Literacy Program Challenges Redlands To Get Caught Up In ‘Charlotte’s Web’

Literacy Program Challenges Redlands To Get Caught Up In ‘Charlotte’s Web’

Charlotte’s Web

Redlands Community News: 3.11.2021 by Shari Forbes

This year’s Redlands Community Read selection is E.B. White’s classic book “Charlotte’s Web,” first published in 1952 and illustrated by Garth Williams.

Sponsored by the A.K. Smiley Public Library’s Adult Literacy Program, the annual Community Read Challenge is open to all who wish to participate.

The challenge features monthly activities related to the book, culminating in a community celebration in the fall of 2021. Illustration and writing activities can be submitted to the library and may be chosen for display in the library or other city facilities.  READ MORE ➤➤

 

Automatic Readability Checker

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 10

Reading Level: fairly difficult to read.

Reader's Age: 14-15 yrs. old

(Ninth to Tenth graders)

 

Redlands Adult Literacy Program

Our mission is to provide free, professional, and confidential tutoring in reading and writing to help adult learners in the Redlands community reach their literacy goals.

To learn more, join us at a Zoom Tutor Orientation. 

Please call the Redlands Adult Literacy Program office at 909.798.7565, ext. 4138 or email literacy@akspl.org to sign up for the Orientation or if you have any questions.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Carlsbad Library ▬ An Evening with Tara Westover ▬ April 8

Pick Up the Carlsbad Reads Together Selection

An Evening with
Tara Westover

Learning Connection: March/April 2021

Carlsbad is revisiting last year’s Carlsbad Reads Together selection Educated by Tara Westover.

We are offering this book free to those who would like to participate! Learners receive a matching audiobook. Give us a call and we will get your book ready for curbside pickup. Curbside pickup is available Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“Born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho and isolated from mainstream society, Tara Westover was 17 the first time she set foot in a classroom. Lacking a formal education, she began to educate herself. Her quest for knowledge transformed her, taking her over oceans and across continents, to Cambridge, Harvard and beyond. “

An Evening with Tara Westover
Virtual Event
Thursday, April 8, 5:30 p.m.
Tara Westover will discuss her book Educated followed by an audience Q&A.  READ MORE ➤➤

 

Literacy Volunteering

You can change a life by becoming a volunteer literacy tutor!

Orientations are currently on hold.

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer tutor, call Literacy Services at the Carlsbad City Library Learning Center at 760-931-4510.

 

Automatic Readability Checker

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 8

Reading Level: fairly difficult to read.

Reader's Age: 12-14 yrs. old

(Seventh and Eighth graders)

Huntington Beach Library Literacy ▬ Free Virtual Author Fundraiser Abbi Waxman

 

HBPL Literacy Volunteers Presents

Abbi Waxman

VIRTUAL Author Event

March 12

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

 

We’re getting exciiiited!

Literacy Volunteers HBPL is proud to host best-selling author Abbi Waxman for our very first virtual author event! On Friday, March 12, 2021 at 7pm.

=Abbi Waxman will be reading from her latest book, “I Was Told It Would Get Easier” followed with a Q&A. Submit your questions ahead of time to literacy@surfcity-hb.org, or ask during the event.

 

Register at Constant Contact Events

This is a FREE event, donations are GREATLY appreciated.

Open to all so share this link with your family and friends, and get ready for a wonderful evening at home on March 12!

Pick up a little something to enjoy during the reading from Hi-Time Wine Cellars.

Clink glasses through the screen with us with a 10% discount from Hi-Time Wine Cellars! Purchase your wine/spirits while shopping in the store or by calling (949) 650-8463 to place an order and pick up curbside.

Be sure to enter the HB LIbrary Literacy phone #: 714-375-5102, at checkout to receive your savings. This discount is for this event only and will expire on March 13, 2021. Please note that some Hi-Time Wine Cellars’ items do not discount.

Placentia Library ▬ Meet Our Learners and Tutors

Meet Our Learners and Tutors

@placentialib

Placentia Library Newsletter: Mar-Aug 2021

Isha shares her experience tutoring her learner, Marisela:

As a college student involved in creative writing, poetry, and teaching English literacy, I strive to make every meeting with my student Maricela very engaging and inspiring. When Maricela first joined the library’s literacy program, she was eager and ready to dive straight into goal-oriented lessons, go page by page in the workbook, and learn flashcards. Though this progressed well, I realized that introducing her to some light reading, poetry, and current events could be a major breakthrough for her understanding of English. With this in mind, we started planning out all the activities we could do together on Zoom all while staying safe at home.

While preparing for her citizenship exam and interview, Maricela has been especially interested in the current issues regarding the US election and the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the topics that made headlines this past year were not always uplifting. Together, Maricela and I chose to balance this by splitting our time between reading the news, and reading a short story or poem that reflects a positive outlook on life and learning.  READ MORE ➤➤

 

Automatic Readability Checker

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 13

Reading Level: fairly difficult to read.

Reader's Age: 18-19 yrs. old

(college level entry)

Become an Adult Literacy Tutor - No Experience Needed

Help an adult learn to read and write, and change a life! Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, and able to commit to tutoring 1-2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months.

We provide the training, materials, and ongoing support you need to help an adult learner reach their personal literacy goals.  (714) 528-1906 ext. 214.

Please contact Victor Meza for volunteer opportunities and scheduling availability. All volunteers will receive an online orientation and must make a three month commitment to their assigned volunteer position. 

Contact vmeza@placentialibrary.org, 714-528-1906 x 234.

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar ▬ March 2021

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar
March 2021

For Local, California and National

Literacy or Library Conferences and Events

Visit the

Southern California Library Literacy Network Calendar

Read Aloud Month

National Reading Month

Mar. 04      VIRTUAL    Adult Literacy Tutor Orientation South Bay Literacy 7p

Mar. 15      VIRTUAL    Adult Literacy Volunteer Orientation Corona Library 7p

Mar. 24      VIRTUAL    Adult Literacy Learner Orientation Newport Beach Library 10a

 

Altadena Library Complete a self-paced, online training module

Chula Vista Library Mondays @ 6p Wednesdays @10a

LAPL Adult Literacy volunteers receive 7 hours of Online Instruction

Placentia Library online orientations

Contact vmeza@placentialibrary.org, 714-528-1906 x 234

Santa Fe Springs City Library Complete an online training course

 

Local Tutor Workshops Always Scrolling in the Right Frame

Join VALUEUSA's Board ▬ Leadership Opportunity For Adult Learners & Practitioners

New Leadership Opportunity For Adult Learners & Practitioners !

VALUEUSA: 2021

Are you an adult learner who wants to learn leadership skills?

Are you a tutor or community member who believes in VALUE USA’s mission?

VALUEUSA wants current or former adult learners and tutors to join its team.

Click Here to Apply for the Board

Click Here to Apply for Committee

 

DEADLINE TO APPLY: MARCH 30, 2021

 

BENEFITS

Join Board or committees:

➤ to help low literate adults change their lives and communities

➤ to learn skills to use at work, at home, and in life

➤ to improve adult education and help adult learners reach their goals

WHO CAN APPLY ?

For the Board of Directors:

➤ Current or former students in adult basic education or English literacy classes

For committees:

➤ Teachers, tutors, administrators, staff, and others in the field

➤ Community members who care about VALUE USA’s mission

➤ Anyone willing to share their skills and talents

VALUE USA is the only national organization run by current and former adult learners.

WHAT SKILLS ARE NEEDED TO DO THE JOB WELL ?

Understanding the needs of adult learners:

➤ why’s and how’s of adult learner leadership

➤ why is it important

➤ how leadership can be improved for U.S. adult learners?

Understanding the adult education field:

➤ who it helps

➤ how it is structured and supported

➤ gaps in the system

Special skills or talents in one or more area

READ MORE ➤➤

 

Automatic Readability Checker

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 11

Reading Level: fairly difficult to read.

Reader's Age: 15-17 yrs. old

(Tenth to Eleventh graders)

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar ▬ February 2021

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar February 2021

For Local, California and National

Literacy or Library Conferences and Events

visit the

Southern California Library Literacy Network Calendar

National African American Read-In

Feb. 20      VIRTUAL Happy Hour with Lily King Newport Beach Library Literacy 5p
Feb. 22      VIRTUAL Adult Literacy Volunteer Orientation Corona Library 7p
Feb. 27      VIRTUAL Great Trivia Challenge 29 Glendora Library 5p

Altadena Library Complete a self-paced, online training module

Chula Vista Library Mondays @ 6p Wednesdays @10a

LAPL Adult Literacy volunteers receive 7 hours of Online Instruction

Santa Fe Springs City Library Complete an online training course

Local Tutor Workshops Always Scrolling in the Right Frame

Riverside County Library ▬ Literacy Services Support Adult Learning From Home

Riverside County Library Literacy Services Support Adult Learning From Home

@RivCntyLib

Valley News: 1.08.2020 

Approximately 32% of Riverside County residents’ ability to understand print material is considered “at-risk” according to a study by the Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies. Literacy skills increase the ability to read with their children, pass a driver’s test and apply for jobs online. Riverside County Library System Literary Services offers programs and services to close the gap and positively impact these daily activities. RCLS addresses the adult literacy gap with free community classes and one-on-one tutoring available to all Riverside County residents. Due to the pandemic, literacy services and programs are now offered online using video conferencing. Chromebooks and tablets are also available for checkout by enrolled adult learners.  READ MORE ➤➤

NEXT WORKSOP - VIRTUAL

Jan 13

3 pm – 4:30 pm

Phone 
951 . 685 . 6901

There are a few ways to become a literacy volunteer:

Adult Literacy: As a volunteer reading/writing tutor, you are the pivotal force in the literacy program's design to enable adult learners to improve their reading, writing, digital and other crucial skills.

English Language Classes: As a volunteer English Language tutor, you are the driving force to providing free and accessible English classes to non-native English speakers that helps learners improve job readiness skills as well as better connect with the community.

Family Literacy Events: As a volunteer for Family Literacy, you are providing adult learners, potential adult learners and their families vital early literacy and parent engagement support and strategies, which is shown to increase a child’s academic and life-long success.

We believe that your decision to become a volunteer tutor will be personally rewarding. Most experienced tutors have told us they believe they have received as much from the program as their adult learners. In this endeavor, Literacy Service staff are always here to support and assist you in any way we can. Please contact us whenever necessary.

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar ▬ January 2021

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar
January 2021

For Local, California and National

Literacy or Library Conferences and Events

visit the

Southern California Library Literacy Network

Calendar 

National Reading Day

Jan. 07      VIRTUAL Adult Literacy Tutor Orientation South Bay Literacy 7p 
Jan. 13      VIRTUAL Adult Literacy Learner Orientation Newport Beach Library 10a

Jan. 13      VIRTUAL Adult Literacy Tutor Training Riverside Co Library 3p
Jan. 20      VIRTUAL Adult Literacy Tutor Training Newport Beach Library 10a
Jan. 25      VIRTUAL Adult Literacy Volunteer Orientation Corona Library 7p

Altadena Library Complete a self-paced, online training module

Chula Vista Library Mondays @ 6p Wednesdays @10a

LAPL Adult Literacy volunteers receive 7 hours of Online Instruction

Santa Fe Springs City Library Complete an online training course

Local Tutor Workshops Always Scrolling in the Right Frame

Newport Beach Library ▬ GreatNonprofits: Newport Mesa ProLiteracy Reviews & Ratings

GreatNonprofits: Newport Mesa ProLiteracy Reviews & Ratings

Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy

Newport Literacy: 12.17.2020

What a wonderful way to look back at the year!
Thanks to our fans, we have won a 2020 Top-Rated Award from Great Nonprofits!
Read some of the cool stories that folks shared on the site!

Afsi: 10/01/2020

I enrolled for this program about two and a half years ago as a learner. At first, I felt lonely and separated from the community and people around me but step by step I found myself more involved, more active, and more confident. It happened with the help of selfless people who worked tirelessly, with dedication and obligation to prepare an encouraging ambiance for learners like me. They are wonderful volunteer tutors, instructors, and professional staff.

Pedrojlinaresb: 09/29/2020

I’m writing to share a bit of my personal story and experience at the Literacy Program of the Newport Beach Central Library.

In 2017, I arrived to the US from Venezuela to reunite with my family. Even though I was 62 years old, this was a new beginning for me. My first limitation was that I spoke little English, so I enrolled in some of the Literacy Program classes: News You Can Use, Idioms, Grammar and others of the Newport Beach Central Library.

At the same time i was continuing my studies, so recently i receive my GED Certificate

PMcLaughlin: 09/28/2020

I love being a tutor for the Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy program. I have had the privilege of working with several learners over the last seven years. The students are hard-working, enthusiastic, and dedicated to advancing. Each week the time spent with the learner flies by. We have such a good time. Even doing the lesson by FaceTime has not lessened the joy it brings.  READ MORE ➤➤

Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy

The Mission of Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy is to develop the literacy skills of adults to empower them to achieve greater success in their lives - at home, at work and in the community.

Since its inception in 1986, Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy has offered free, one-on-one tutoring and small group classes in basic literacy, to adults who live or work in the Newport Beach area.  The program is open to adults, over 18 years-of-age, who are either native English speakers with low literacy skills or those who learned English as a second language.

New Learner Orientation - Online

January 13

10:00 am - 11:00 am

For those interested in joining the Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy program as a learner, the first step is to attend one of our quarterly orientations. Pre-registration is required and no one will be admitted without a reservation.

Tutor Orientation and Training

Tutors are required to complete online orientation and attend tutor training. Orientation must be completed before attending the training sessions. Online orientations can be taken at any time.

Please be aware that when you take the Online Tutor Orientation (approximately 20 minutes), you must complete and submit the online application at the end of the orientation in order to be scheduled for one of our Tutor Training sessions.

Online Tutor Training Dates

Wednesday, January 20 & 27

10:00am - 12:30pm

949 . 717 . 3874

 

Automatic Readability Checker

Readability Consensus

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 8

Reading Level: standard / average.

Reader's Age: 12-14 yrs. old

(Seventh and Eighth graders)

Riverside Public Library ▬ Welcome to the Literacy Program

Welcome to the Riverside Public Library’s Literacy Program

Through RPL's Literacy Program, trained volunteer tutors provide one-on-one tutoring to English-speaking adults who want to improve their reading, writing and computer skills.

The Literacy Program is for English speakers. The library does not offer ESL courses.

Interested in becoming a Tutor?

The library is always looking for bright motivated people to serve our community as tutors. Please call (951)826-2238 to get started.

Interested in becoming a student?

Adults can improve their reading, writing and computer skills through our Adult Literacy Program. Adults are carefully matched with trained volunteers and usually meet with their tutors weekly to improve their reading skills. English-speaking adults that read below high-school level should call us at (951)826-2238 or visit our office for more information. We strongly recommend that participants meet weekly with a tutor, and set aside additional time to practice at home.  READ MORE ➤➤

SPC. Jesus S. Duran Eastside Library

4033-C Chicago Ave

Riverside, CA 92507

(951)826-2238

Automatic Readability Checker

Readability Consensus

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 9

Reading Level: fairly difficult to read.

Reader's Age: 13-15 yrs. old

(Eighth and Ninth graders)

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar ▬ December 2020

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar

December 2020

For Local, California and National

Literacy or Library Conferences and Events

visit the

Southern California Library Literacy Network

Calendar

Read a New Book Month

Jolabokaflod 

Christmas Book Flood Iceland Dec 24

Dec. 03      Adult Literacy Tutor Orientation South Bay Literacy VIRTUAL
Dec. 21      Adult Literacy Volunteer Orientation Corona Library 7p

Altadena Library Complete a self-paced, online training module

Chula Vista Library Mondays @ 6p Wednesdays @10a

LAPL Adult Literacy volunteers receive 7 hours of Online Instruction

Santa Fe Springs City Library Complete an online training course

Local Tutor Workshops

Always Scrolling in the Right Frame

Huntington Beach Library ▬ Tutor Tip: YouTube Travel Videos

Tutor Tip: YouTube Travel Videos

Literacy Volunteers HBPL

Literacy Volunteers HBPL: 11.20.2020

Using short YouTube travel videos is a great way to have a conversation and practice writing.

Start the lesson by asking your learner to watch a video prior to your meeting time, or watch it together on Zoom. Afterwards, talk about what you each saw in the video.

Then, practice writing!

Both you and your learner, independently, hand-write what you took away from the video, what was new, what you enjoyed, where you’d like to travel... Focus on putting ideas down on paper, not so much about spelling or grammar.

Last, read your sentences to each other person.

As always, have FUN!
Hawaii
Santa Claus, Indiana
York, England
Portsmouth, NH

WATCH

Literacy Volunteers HBPL is recruiting for adult volunteer tutors to assist other adults increase their English literacy skills.

Do you have a couple of hours a week to volunteer? Want to help someone read and write better than they do now? Join our volunteer team and help an adult gain skills to get a better job, help their children, read medical information and more.

All training will conducted online via Zoom, and all tutoring will be done online at this time. Workshops for both Central & Oak View programs start soon, so don’t delay!

Even though current conditions prevent you from meeting your adult learner face-to-face, you CAN help someone reach their goals. Begin your literacy volunteering by completing the online Tutor Orientation tutorial today.

We have two programs, the Adult Literacy Program at Central Library (714) 375-5102 and the Oak View Literacy Program at the Oak View Branch Library (714) 375-5104.

We always need tutors!

Automatic Readability Checker

Readability Consensus

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 8

Reading Level: standard / average.

Reader's Age: 12-14 yrs. old

(Seventh and Eighth graders)

Carlsbad Library ▬ The Benefits of Reading in Difficult Times

The Benefits of Reading in Difficult Times

Carlsbad Library
Literacy Services

Learning Connection: Oct/Nov 2020

Let’s face it— times are tough, and many of us may struggle to find a healthy coping mechanism to reduce our stress. The good news is, there are proven, research backed benefits that show reading may help!

Reading has been found to:

• Strengthen connectivity in our brains

• Increase our ability for empathy

• Increase vocabulary

• Fight age-related cognitive decline

• Reduce stress

• Promote a good night’s sleep

• Provide a healthy escape that may alleviate depression

• Increase life expectancy up to two years

So next time you’re feeling a little “blue,” grab a book and take your mind to a healthier space.

Introducing News Crew

Join us at our weekly News Crew meeting, Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Zoom. Here, with Library Assistant Sandra, we will discuss current events and articles from News for You, a publication with easy-to read news stories.

We encourage you to take advantage of this great opportunity for reading practice with Learning Center staff.

Literacy Services, formerly Adult Learning Program, provides a friendly, supportive atmosphere in which every learner’s needs and goals are valued. Learners receive one-to-one tutoring, set to their own pace. All services are confidential and free.

We believe that:

We all learn from each other.

Learners and tutors are learning partners.

Learning is fun and exciting.

Learners and tutors have individual learning styles and goals.

Each tutor and learner has a unique life history.

How something is taught is as important as what is taught

You can change a life by becoming a volunteer literacy tutor!

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer tutor, call Literacy Services at the Carlsbad City Library Learning Center at 760-931-4510 to learn about upcoming tutor orientations and to register. READ MORE ➤➤

Automatic Readability Checker

Readability Consensus

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 8

Reading Level: standard / average.

Reader's Age: 12-14 yrs. old

(Seventh and Eighth graders)