Adult Literacy Awareness Month - Riverside Public Library - San Bernardino Co Library

Adult Literacy Awareness Month

September Spotlight

on SCLLN Literacy Programs

Riverside Public Library
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. Adults with young children are encouraged to participate in our Families for Literacy program.

The Literacy Program is for English speakers. The library does not offer ESL courses. If you are looking for ESL courses, contact the Riverside Adult School at (951) 788-7185. RAS programs include high school diploma, GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), a variety of vocational programs, older adult classes, basic skills instruction, and independent study (for diploma courses).

San Bernardino County Library

Adult Literacy Program

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) 779-9204 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.

The Mission is to support the San Bernardino County Library. This is accomplished by providing free, individualized literacy services and materials to our patrons, community members and their families in a non-threatening, confidential, student-centered environment, in order to equip participants with life long learning skills and prepare them for personal, family, career and community success.

The Literacy program is in its 21st year and is funded in part by the California State Library and through Community Development Block Grants.

Adult Literacy Awareness Month - Rancho Cucamonga Library - Riverside Co Library

Adult Literacy Awareness Month

September Spotlight

on SCLLN Literacy Programs

Rancho Cucamonga Public Library

The Adult Literacy Program provides free adult literacy services to the local community. Adults who wish to participate as a student or as a volunteer tutor can contact Rosie Manela, Literacy Coordinator, at the literacy office at (909) 477-2720 ext. 5009.

The Rancho Cucamonga literacy program receives its funding support from a variety of sources such as: the California State Library, the City of Rancho Cucamonga, local Community Development Block Grants, private Foundations, and private donations.

Riverside County Library – Literacy Services

To help English-speaking adults improve their literacy skills so they may fulfill their personal goals and take advantage of opportunities as lifelong learners.

Annual Facts
• 175 Tutors Trained
• 150 Students Matched
• 60 Families Served
• 10,000 Instructional Hours
• 600 Talent and Support Hours
• 4 Full - Time Staff Members
• Population of Area Served - 760,000
• Number of Literacy Sites/Centers - 3

Adult Literacy Awareness Month - Placentia Library - Pomona Library

Adult Literacy Awareness Month

September Spotlight

on SCLLN Literacy Programs

Placentia Library Literacy Services

Developed in partnership with the California State Library Literacy Services over 21 years ago. The program offers free tutoring and confidential English instruction to adults.

Placentia Library Homework Club

Homework assistance is available in the library on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4PM to 6PM. Students from kindergarten through high school are welcome to attend.

Internships and Service Learning

PLLS is an approved site for students wishing to fulfill their community service and internship requirements. If you want to learn more about fulfilling your community service requirements call (714) 528-1906 ext 220.

Federal Work Study PlacementsPLLS partners with Western State University College of Law and Cal State Fullerton in the Federal Work Study (FWS) program. Approved students may apply for FWS positions. Please contact the literacy office at (714) 528-1906 ext 220 for details about the FWS program.

Pomona Public Library

The Pomona Literacy Service provides free adult literacy services to the City of Pomona. Volunteer tutorial programs are provided to adults (16 years and older) who do not have basic literacy skills or whose literacy skills are so limited that they are not able to function independently in daily life or acquire employment or higher education.

Volunteer tutors are trained in certification workshops, learning methods and techniques for teaching literacy skills (reading, writing, and comprehension). The methods used are prescribed by Literacy Volunteers of America, Laubach International, and the California Literacy Campaign.

Adult Literacy Awareness Month - Palmdale, Pasadena

Adult Literacy Awareness Month

September Spotlight

on SCLLN Literacy Programs

Palmdale City Library - Literacy Program

Did you know that one out of five American adults cannot read well enough to fill out a job application, understand the instructions on a prescription bottle, or read a bedtime story to their child? That means in the City of Palmdale, there could easily be over 17,500 adults who have problems reading and writing English.

In 1991, Congress defined literacy as "an individual's ability to read, write, and speak in English," but added to this traditional definition the abilities to compute and solve problems in order for an individual to "function on the job and in society, to achieve one's goals, and develop one's knowledge and potential." The new focus, in other words, is on functional literacy.

The Palmdale City Library's Literacy Program is designed for English-speaking adults who want to improve their reading and writing skills. The Literacy Coordinator provides regularly scheduled training sessions for volunteer tutors. Once trained, each tutor then works one-on-one with an assigned learner.

Someone you know could have difficulty reading or writing and you might never be aware of the problem. Functionally illiterate adults mask their deficiencies well. They listen to and observe the world very carefully. They memorize. They ask their trusted family members and friends to read and write for them. It is embarrassing for them to admit that they cannot read or write "like everybody else." However, given encouragement and guidance in a safe and comfortable setting, most of them can and will improve their literacy skills. The Palmdale Library Literacy Program provides that environment and level of support.

Pasadena Public Library - Pasadena READS

English-speaking adults in the Pasadena area can get basic literacy tutoring in reading, writing, and math. Tutoring is free of charge to anyone over the age of 17 and out of high school. Pasadena READS tutors are volunteers who have completed our 14-hour training course. Estimates show that between one fifth and one third of Americans are at the lowest levels of literacy.

In Pasadena, between 20,000 and 41,000 adults cannot read a newspaper, follow the directions on a bottle of medicine, or fill out a job application.

Illiteracy affects people from all social, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.

READ some of the stories that learners have written.

Adult Literacy Awareness Month - Orange Co Library

Adult Literacy Awareness Month

September Spotlight

on SCLLN Literacy Programs

Orange County Public Libraries

READ/Orange County provides tutoring in reading, writing and English to individuals. Lessons are individualized, confidential, and highly goal-oriented. Tutors structure the learning process around the goals of the learner, using materials that relate to those goals.

In support of the Core Program, READ/Orange County offers three other programs: Families For Literacy (FFL), Working For Inmate Literacy Now (WIN) and English Language and English Literacy Civics Education (EL -Civics).

Families for Literacy

READ/Orange County's Families for Literacy (FFL) component works with parents and children to break the intergenerational cycle of illiteracy. We promote literacy skills in the parents and reading readiness in children under five. FFL tutors are specifically trained in methods of incorporating children's material into the tutoring sessions as well as assisting parents in choosing appropriate reading materials for their children.

Working for Inmate Literacy Now

READ/Orange County's Working for Inmate Literacy Now (WIN) component provides basic literacy services to interested inmates in the Orange County jail system. Trained tutors go into the five Orange County jail facilities to provide these services. Due to rapid inmate turnover, the goal of WIN is to:

Demonstrate to the inmate the practical benefits of improving their literacy skills; Demonstrate to the inmate their capability in improving literacy skills; and

Encourage learners' education upon transfer or release from the jail system.

E.L. Civics

EL- Civics Education provides opportunities for adult non-native speakers to become better parents, workers, and community members by gaining language and literacy skills. The curriculum includes a variety of topics such as accessing good family health care, nutrition, employment skills, or helping their children succeed in school.

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Orange City Library

Reach Out And Read (ROAR)

Adult volunteers (ages 16+) are needed to read to children! Flexible hours (drop in or schedule in advance) available: days, evenings, weekends, anytime that the library is open. No experience required, you will be trained by library staff to conduct storytimes. Opportunities for assisting with larger children's programs are also available.

Interested volunteers may also choose to help provide tutoring for children grades K-6 in the library's Homework Center. ROAR volunteers can choose to do storytimes, tutoring, or both.

Adult Literacy Awareness Month - Oceanside Library, Ontario Library

Adult Literacy Awareness Month

September Spotlight

on SCLLN Literacy Programs

Oceanside Public Library

Oceanside Reads offers free, confidential, one-on-one tutoring to English-speaking adults and youth in the Oceanside community. For information on literacy programs, please call the Oceanside READS at 760-435-5680.

Do you know someone who has a desire to learn to read, or read better?

To become an Oceanside READS learner you must:
Be 18 years of age or an out-of-school youth
Be able to speak English
Schedule an assessment with a staff member to determine your tutoring needs
Meet with your tutor for a minimum of 2 days a week, 90 minutes each time

Ontario City Library - Adult Educational Services

The Ontario City Library strives to provide fresh opportunities for life long learning to all library customers. Adult Educational Services offers a variety of life skills classes ranging from the GED Test Review and the Driver License Study Session to artistic pursuits such as Readers Theater and Creative Writing. Classes may reflect educational needs as well as stimulating personal growth topics.

In addition to regularly scheduled classes and workshops, we provide homework help and some tutoring. Staff and volunteer assistance is offered to library customers age 16 and older depending on availability. Our office is open to accommodate individual students or study groups, and our reference materials may be used in-house by the public whenever staff members are present. Our educational reference collection consists of books, videos, DVDs, audio books and interactive computer based tutorials. The materials focus on life skills, parenting, self-esteem, GED test preparation, workplace skills and much more. For information regarding study opportunities and collection materials call (909) 395-2252.

Adult Literacy Awareness Month - National City Library - Newport Beach Library

Adult Literacy Awareness Month

September Spotlight

on SCLLN Literacy Programs

National City Public Library

The WINGS After School Program is provided by the National City Public Library at each of the National School District’s ten elementary schools. National School District students in grades Kinder through 6th are invited to attend. The WINGS program provides a safe place for students to experience academic enrichment, homework help, and recreational activities during the hours when most parents work. Registration forms are available in each school's auditorium everyday after school.

The WOWmobile (Words on Wheels) Literacy Program is for families with children ages 0-5 years old. Books and materials for children and parents are available as well as crafts; games; puppet shows; stories; health referral services; and family literacy workshops.

Newport Beach Public Library Literacy Services

Provides free literacy instruction to adults who live or work in the Newport Beach area. Our dedicated volunteers have helped hundreds of people improve their English skills. In doing so, these volunteers have helped change lives. Literacy is a concern for everyone in our community as it affects not only the learner, but employers, healthcare providers, schools and more.

For many in our population, English is their second language. All second language learners benefit from learning better English skills. Job opportunities improve with English proficiency, children perform better in school if their parents are able to help them and healthcare providers can more easily care for their patient if they are proficient in English. NBPL Literacy Services is dedicated to achieving literacy for all members of our society. Literacy does change lives!

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