About Us
The Council is more than 40 years old. The Church Women United founded us in 1963. While helping the area’s migratory farm workers, they discovered that not only could the migrant workers not read, but neither could many Frederick County residents. On average, we help over 100 adults annually. We are an all-volunteer organization that is sustained by community and individual donations.
Current Executive Board as of June 29, 2010
- President
- 1st Vice President, Caroline Gaver
- 2nd Vice President, Yonnas Kefle
- Recording Secretary, Elaine Zacheis
- Corresponding Secretary, Melanie Gettier
- Treasurer, Doris Vierbuchen
- Director 2011, Susan Meier
- Director 2011, Tracey Beidleman
- Director 2012, Tracey Lucas
- Director 2012, Suellen McGovern
- Director 2013, Randy Naefe
- Director 2013, Catherine Cox
- Basic Student/Tutor Coordinator, Keri-Ann Henson
- ESL Student/Tutor Coordinator, Freida Pryor
The Executive Board is responsible for the training and recruitment of tutors and other volunteers, as well as the assessment and intake of all new students. It also oversees the administration of the office's daily activities. Most importantly, the Board ensures that the Council's mission is carried out to its fullest extent.