Tuesday, December 16, 2014

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar :: January 2015

SCLLN Literacy Library Tutor Training Calendar :: January 2015

For Local, California and National
Literacy or Library Conferences and Events
Southern California Library Literacy Network
Calendar

Help An Adult Learn To Read
Jan. 3  Literacy Tutor Training = San Bernardino Co Yucca Valley Library 9a
Jan. 6  Literacy Learner Training = READ/San Diego Library 5.45p
Jan. 8  Literacy Tutor Orientation = READ/OC Library 1p
Jan. 8  Literacy Tutor Orientation = READ/OC Library 6p
Jan. 8  Literacy Tutor Orientation = South Bay Literacy, Torrance Library 7p
Jan. 10 Literacy Tutor Training San Bernardino Co Lake Arrowhead Library 10a
Jan. 10 Literacy Tutor Training San Bernardino Co Crestline Library 10:30a
Jan. 10 ESL Tutor Training = Laubach Literacy, Ventura 9a
Jan. 11 Literacy Tutor Training = Santa Barbara Library 1p
Jan. 12 Literacy Tutor Orientation = Redlands Library 6p
Jan. 13 Literacy Tutor Orientation = Beaumont Library 5p
Jan. 14 Literacy Tutor Training San Bernardino Co Barstow Library 11a
Jan. 17 ESL Tutor Orientation = Azusa Library 9a
Jan. 17 ESL Tutor Training = San Gabriel VLC 9a
Jan. 17 Literacy Tutor Workshop = Whittier Area Literacy Council 9a
Jan. 17 Literacy Tutor Training =San Bernardino Co Fontana Library 10a
Jan. 20 Literacy Tutor Training = San Bernardino Co Hesperia Library 3p
Jan. 20 Literacy Learner Orientation = Newport Beach Library 6p
Jan. 20-31 Literacy READ-A-THON = Covina Library
Jan. 22 Literacy Tutor Training = READ/San Diego Library 6p
Jan. 24 Voter Information Fair = Azusa Library 10a
Jan. 24 Literacy Tutor Training = San Bernardino Co Adelanto Library 11a
Jan. 24 Literacy Tutor Training = San Bernardino Co Apple Valley Library 10a
Jan. 24 Literacy Tutor Training = San Bernardino Co 29 Palms Library 10a
Jan. 26 Literacy Learner Training = READ/San Diego Library 9:45a
Jan. 26 Literacy Volunteer Orientation = Corona Library 7p
Jan. 26 Literacy Tutor Orientation = Ventura Co Library 5p
Jan. 27 Literacy Tutor Workshop = Newport Beach Library 6p
Jan. 31 Literacy Tutor Training = Azusa Library 8:30a
Jan. 31 Literacy Tutor Training = LEARN SD County Library 10a
Jan. 31 Literacy Tutor Training = SLO Library 10a

LAPL Adult Literacy volunteers receive 7 hours of Online Instruction

Local Tutor Workshops :: Always Scrolling in the Right Frame !


Sunday, December 14, 2014

CLA Outstanding Librarian in Support of Literacy Award, 2014 : : Natasha Casteel, Roseville Library

OUTSTANDING LIBRARIAN IN SUPPORT OF LITERACY AWARD 2014 Award Winner:
Natasha Casteel, City Librarian – Roseville Library

Natasha began her library career as a Children’s Librarian in North Carolina.  After relocating to New Hampshire, she served as Director of two libraries in her ten years there.  Later moving to New Mexico with her husband, Natasha served as Assistant Director of Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries.  She led library programming and outreach, materials support services, information technology, and mobile library services.  Now settled as City Librarian in Roseville, Natasha’s areas of focus are strengthening organizational culture, building community partnerships, fostering innovation, and continuing to provide community-driven programs and services. As City Librarian, she also oversees operations of the Maidu Museum & Historic Site and works on major initiatives in the City’s Parks, Recreation & Libraries department.

Roseville Librarian Natasha Casteel talks about the importance of literacy & great programs at Roseville libraries.  Video: June 6, 2012

This award, established in 2003 (Literacy Interest Group), recognizes and honors a librarian who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to support literacy.

Past Winners:
2013: Patricia Noa, Orange County Public Library
2012: Christy Aguirre, Sacramento Public Library
2011: Patricia Lorenzo, Santa Clara County Library District
2010: Anne Cain, Contra Costa County Library
2009: Derek Wolfgram, Santa Clara County Library
2008: Jean Hofacket, Alameda County Library
2007: Carol Starr, Marin County Free Library
2006: John M. Adams, Orange County Public Library
2005: Sofia Bellos, Oxnard Public Library
2004: Leslie McGinnis Rodd, Oakland Public Library
2003: Chuck Aston, Redwood City Public Library

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Monterey Park Library - MPK Bruggemeyer Library: 30 Years of Literacy Services

MPK Bruggemeyer Library: 30 Years of Literacy Services
MontParkTV: 12.06.2014

Slideshow and interviews spotlight past and present successes of L.A.M.P. - Monterey Park's literacy program. Also features interviews with 2014 Tutor of the Year Annabelle Chu; student and small business owner Ken Huang.



Video was presented at the annual tutor recognition luncheon and awards ceremony at Luminarias Restaurant on Dec. 6, 2014.

Produced by library staff member Jose Garcia with assistance from other library personnel.

Features, Rebecca Calman, Jim Roberts, Harvey Elparin, Ben White, Cathay Reta, Beth Woo, Stephanie Brown, Norma Arvizu, Lilian Kawaratani, Annabelle Chu, Joyce Chan, Ken Huang among others.

Monday, December 8, 2014

Redlands Library - Redlands’ Smiley Library’s Adult Literacy program welcomes new face

Redlands’ Smiley Library’s Adult Literacy program welcomes new face
Redlands Daily Facts: 12.04.2014 by Kristina Hernandez

A part-time literacy coordinator has been hired to help expand the A.K. Smiley Public Library’s Literacy Program.

Dottie Podolak, an educator who has worked for the Redlands Unified School District, will join Katherine Gifford and Trudy Waldron, volunteer literacy coordinators, to create new opportunities for students.

“I’m very excited to be coming in to a wonderful program and to be a part of the Smiley Library,” Podolak said by phone Thursday. “The hope for us as we look ahead is to continue to really deepen the program that has already been established.”

According to the library, 15 to 20 percent of adults in the country are in need of literacy assistance; the program’s goal is to assist adults 18 and older to improve their reading and writing skills.

The program has assisted more than 220 adults in the past four years.

“There is definitely a need for this program and the program has been really held up by these two wonderful volunteers, Trudy and Katherine, who have dedicated themselves to this cause. To come in and work with them is a privilege,” Podolak said.  READ MORE !

Saturday, December 6, 2014

Newport Beach Library :: Holiday Potluck


Setting up for our annual Holiday Potluck for our wonderful tutors, learners and volunteers, together with their families. Fun, food and games for all !


Unlock the potential
Become a tutor at the Newport Beach Public Library
949 . 717 . 3874

Friday, December 5, 2014

Literacy Library Jobs - California :: Woodland :: Visalia :: LA :: Santa Rosa :: Salinas

Literacy Jobs - California

Recruit adult learners and volunteer tutors. Screen volunteer tutors and receive adult learners into program. Assign tutors and students in working pairs. Prepare grant applications as required.
DEADLINE: Dec 12

Family Literacy Coach - HEART High School After School Program - PT
Pro-Youth - Visalia
DEADLINE: Dec 31
work with the Site Coordinator, after school site staff, school personnel and local community base organizations
DEADLINE: Dec 31
DEADLINE: Open

12-Month, Grant-Funded Position
The primary functions of this position are to collect parenting ladder data for reporting purposes and to implement early literacy playgroups in the library and/or a city recreation center using a pre-set curriculum that includes facilitating open play, singing songs, conducting story time and engaging with parents.
DEADLINE: Open

Temporary, Grant Funded
perform a wide variety of general and clerical duties, including those related to literacy Services
DEADLINE: Open


Happy International Volunteer Day

Happy International Volunteer Day!

Thank You Volunteers
from the
Southern California Library Literacy Network !

@scllnliteracy

To All of Our Awesome Volunteers
for Your Dedication & Contributions ! ! !
Make Change Happen