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Denise Hill

Executive Director

I lead an awesome group of people who are dedicated to the mission of impacting people by improving their literacy skills.

Director of Operations

Andrew West

Development Coordinator

awest@frederickliteracy.org

I make sure individuals and organizations in our community are aware of the ways in which we’re pursuing our mission of Lifting Lives Through Literacy and how they can support our organization.

Anna Maestri

Workforce Development Program Coordinator 

I manage a program that helps employees in different industries improve their English language skills, soft skills, and life skills.

 

Allison Rice

ESL Program Coordinator

I empower volunteers, champion student success, and juggle the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps our programs thriving.

Jenna Caruso

Office and Program Administrator

I bring organization, efficiency, and a touch of magic to everything I do to keep our organization running smoothly.

 

Carole Southam

Volunteer Treasurer

 I oversee the financial management of the organization, which includes creating financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. And I love the work that the Literacy Council does!

Doris Vierbuchen

Volunteer Assistant Treasurer

Volunteer Student/Tutor Coordinators

Catherine Coundjeris

English as a Second Language Program (ESL) Coordinator

I am honored to match tutors and students together in the ESL Program so that students can meet their full potential. I also teach the Writing Classes and a Student Led Conversation Class, Facilitate the Book Club, and co-edit Reflections: Voices of English Learners.

Holly Bohman

English as a Second Language Program (ESL) Coordinator

As an ESL matchmaker, I help connect tutors and students to initiate their learning sessions. I provide ongoing support to these pairs and small groups, offering assistance with any issues that may arise.

Alix Cooney

English as a Second Language Program (ESL) Coordinator

I facilitate matches between tutors and students to learn and improve their English and enrich their lives.

Lynn Bruton

Basic Literacy Program Coordinator

I match volunteer tutors who want to give back to their communities with basic English speakers who want to improve their reading and writing skills to more fully participate in their communities. 

Office Volunteers

Cyndi McNamara

Office Volunteer

I am always happy to help this organization in any way because I believe that immigrants make America great!

Pat Veon

IT Support Volunteer

I try to make the lives of the staff members easier by solving all of their technology needs.

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