Make a Quick Call Today : : Support Library Funding in the State Budget

Make a Quick Call Today in Support

of Library Funding in the State Budget 

CLA News From The Capitol: 5.29.2015

by Mike Dillon & Christina DiCaro, CLA Lobbyists

CLA’s Push for the “Senate Version”

Specifically, the Governor proposed adding slightly over $4 million for literacy and broadband connectivity in his May Revision of the Budget.  However, the Senate has adopted a dollar amount that is $7.5 million more than what the Governor proposes for library funding in his May Revision of the Budget -- for a total in new money of approximately $11.7 million.  (see the CLA “Budget ask” sheet, which parallels the “Senate Version” of the Budget.)

The Assembly adopted only the Governor’s May Revision of the Budget and no new money above that amount for libraries.

The Key Legislators to Contact and Talking Points

Please take a moment today to phone as many of these members as you can (listed below) and urge their support of the following action using this sample script or similar talking points:

Hi, my name is _______.  I am representing_____ (public library/literacy program, etc.)  I reside in (city) and I am a strong library supporter.  I would like to be on record in support of an item that the (Assemblymember/Senator) will be considering in Budget Conference Committee.

I would like to request that (he or she) give consideration to supporting the Senate Version of the Budget, under the State Library Budget Items.  The Senate Version reflects important funding for public library programs, above the level contained in the Governor’s May Revision.

These dollars will help to fund critical loaning and lending programs for libraries, as well as improve literacy programs, and will help to connect public libraries to a statewide high speed, broadband backbone.

Twenty eight legislators have signed a joint letter in support of the Senate version and it is my hope that your boss might also support the Senate version.  

Thank you.

Members of the Budget Conference Committee

Senator Mark Leno, Chair

(916) 651-4011

Assemblywoman Shirley Weber

(916) 319-2079

Senator Jim Nielsen (* signed the joint letter)

(916) 651-4004

Senator Ricardo Lara

(916) 651-4033

Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez

(916) 319-2067

Assemblyman Richard Bloom

(916) 319-2050

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar: June 2015

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar: June 2015

READ/SD Tutor Conference :: June 13

For Local, California and National

Literacy or Library

Conferences and Events

visit the

Southern California Library Literacy Network Calendar

June 1 Literacy Tutor Training = READ/San Diego Library 10a

June 2 Literacy Tutor Orientation - Carlsbad Library 12N

June 2 Literacy Learner Orientation = READ/OC 1pm & 6pm

June 3 Leamos Tacos Tequila - Centro Latino for Literacy 6:30p

June 4 Literacy Tutor Training = Burbank Library 6p

June 4 Literacy Tutor Orientation = South Bay Literacy, Torrance Library 7p

June 6 Literacy Tutor Training = SB County Library Yucca Valley 9a

June 6 Literacy Tutor Training - San Diego Co Library El Cajon 10a

June 6 Literacy Tutor Training - San Luis Obispo Library 10a

June 6 Literacy Tutor Training = SB County Library Fontana 10a

June 7 Literacy Celebration = Carlsbad Library 2p

June 10  Literacy Learner Orientation - READ/San Diego Library 5:45p

June 13  Family Picnic-Appreciation Day - READ/Orange County

June 13  Tutor Conference - READ/San Diego Joan B Kroc Inst for Peace & Justice - USD

June 13  Literacy Tutor Training = SB County Library Chino 10a

June 13  Student Recognition Awards = WALC 11:30a

June 15  Literacy Volunteer Orientation = Corona Library 7p

June 16  Literacy Learner Orientation = Newport Beach Library 6p

June 18  Literacy Tutor Orientation = Carlsbad Library 6p

June 23  Literacy Tutor Orientation = Newport Beach Library 6p

June 25  Literacy Learner Orientation - READ/San Diego Library 9:45a

June 25  Scrabble FUNraiser - Azusa Library 6p

LAPL Adult Literacy volunteers receive 7 hours of Online Instruction

Info about Local Tutor Training :: Always Scrolling in the Right Frame.

Statewide Workshops @ California Library Literacy Services

Orange Co Library :: Congratulations: Anita Taillon READ/OC Honoree :: 2015 Spirit of Volunteerism Award!

CONGRATULATIONS TO ANITA TAILLON READ/OC

HONOREE FOR THE 2015 SPIRIT OF VOLUNTEERISM AWARD!

READ Writes: April 2015

The path Anita has taken to becoming READ/OC’s star volunteer for the 2015 Spirit of Volunteerism Award was an unusual one. Most volunteers start out as literacy tutors, but Anita first came to READ/OC in 2006 to assist at a single event, the Annual Family Picnic and Appreciation Celebration.

Since that time, Anita’s dedication to supporting the READ/OC volunteers has steadily grown.  She is now both Vice President and co-Treasurer of the Friends of READ/OC, as well as the Chair of the Friends’ most active committee in charge of recognition activities.  Although she has never been a tutor herself, Anita shows great understanding and enthusiasm in supporting the program, the adult learners, and their tutors.  Her organizational skills and artistic talents have become legendary at the annual Family Picnic and Fall Feast appreciation events.

In addition, she helps ensure the program receives steady material and operational support throughout the year. Anita’s humor, insight, and dedication make her a truly extraordinary volunteer.

On April 14, Anita was honored at the Spirit of Volunteerism awards luncheon for her exceptional volunteer commitment to READ/Orange County and the Friends of READ/OC, as well as her endless enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication for helping other adults and their families grow and thrive through lifelong learning and literacy.

APRIL - A MONTH TO CELEBRATE VOLUNTEERS

We are grateful for each and every READ/OC tutor, adult learner, and the dedicated Friends of READ/OC!  These life-changing literacy services would not be possible without our volunteers: tutors, learners, their family members, along with members of the community, library staff, and staff of other community programs and agencies.  All of them work together to support lifelong learning and encourage adults throughout the county to engage in a learning partnership at home, at work, and within the community.

Many READ/OC volunteers are engaged in several different volunteer efforts in their communities, as well as through their jobs, churches, and other service organizations. With each endeavor, learning, friendships, and a sense of community is shared and celebrated.  If you know someone who is seeking a worthwhile volunteer experience such as yours, encourage them to volunteer with READ/OC and Friends of READ/OC!  If they enjoy reading and learning, tell them about the incredible learning adventures that await them as a tutor/learning partner, as a Friend of READ/OC or as a volunteer at their library. The experience will change lives and communities!

San Diego Public Library :: READ San Diego : : Tutor Conference - June 13

READ/San Diego’s

25th Annual Tutor Conference

June 13, 2015

8 am – 4:30 pm

Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice

University of San Diego

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. Howard Liebman

founder of Smart Horizons Career Online Education

June 8: Early Registration rate of $35

After June 9, the registration fee is $45.

Join literacy tutors, teachers and literacy professionals for a day of informative, enjoyable, hands-on workshops. The conference features 24 workshops that focus on strategies for teaching vocabulary, grammar, word recognition, online resources and technical tools for tutors, phonics, reading comprehension, math, ESL, and GED preparation.

A catered luncheon will be served between the strands and will feature keynote speaker Dr. Howard Liebman's presentation "Better Understanding and Addressing Educational Trauma to Re-Engage Students Back into the Educational System."

Comprehension Practice :: Meaning Through Strategic Thinking

Comparative Approach :: Teaching Phonics

Knowing a Word v. Owning a Word

Tutoring Tips @ Your Fingertips

Paving the Way :: Workplace Readiness

. . . and More !

For more information, call (619) 238-6603 or check out the Brochure.

DO NOT READ THIS - Video

Do Not Read This

Room To Read

Sep 7, 2014

2015 SABRE Award Winner - PSA

Orange Co Library : : Two READ/OC Learners Honored For Their Writing!

Book & Author Celebration:

Two READ/OC Learners Honored For Their Writing!

READ Writes: April 2015

California State Librarian, Greg Lucas, congratulates READ/OC Learners Karen and Maria for their winning entries in the annual “Writer-to-Writer” competition hosted by the Southern California Library Literacy Network.  Maria and Karen chose books to read with their tutors, Mikelle Fish and Susan Gregory.

Then, with their tutors’ encouragements, each wrote a letter to the author of the book they read.  Then their letters were submitted to the “Writer-to-Writer” competition and were selected by the judging panel to be recognized, along with other learners from Southern California Library Literacy programs.

READ/OC also congratulates all of the READ/OC learners and tutors who participated in this year’s annual “Writer-To-Writer” opportunity. Much appreciation also goes to Friends of READ/OC for their continued support of such encouraging, learning adventures, as “Writer-To-Writer,” to be possible for READ/OC learners and their tutors.

Read Karen's Letter

Hatchet

Read Maria's Letter

Diary of a
Young Girl

Los Angeles Public Library : : It's A Match - Helen’s Story & Edward’s Story

It’s a Match Part I

Helen’s Story & Edward’s Story

READ: Spring 2015

Helen’s Story by Tutor Helen Williams

Good attitude, persistence and dedication made me become a tutor.  I learned when I was five years old to take responsibility for my own success in reading; being an African American living in South Central Los Angeles, it would be a challenge. A tutor should be able to answer most of your questions without taking too much time to come up with an answer, but sometimes it is necessary to consult a textbook for the correct answer.  A tutor should be able to provide an alternate explanation in your reading, if the first explanation is unclear. I hope that with the knowledge I have, I will be able to help a person with their literacy problems and make a positive difference in their life.

Edward’s Story by Learner Edward Smith

I came to the Adult Literacy Program to improve my basic reading and writing skills.  Before I came to the Adult Literacy Program, emotionally I felt like I was in an enclosed box! June Brandon introduced me to my tutor, Helen Williams.  The first assignment I learned was vocabulary and how to use the dictionary.  Ms. Helen said “This learning process will not happen overnight”.  I learned phonics, spelling and how to “sound out” a word when I was reading, being able to identify a sound and then blend these sounds together to form the word. My personal goals are to vote, learn to use the computer and to get a job. Today I’m not in an emotional box, I’m out of the box.  I have more confidence in myself.