Writing Class 2 ~ Tuesdays
2019-09-17 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Writing Class 2 is a more advanced course than Writing 1. Students will be asked to write paragraphs using a cogent argument and persuasive language. They will continue to learn basic grammar and edit paragraphs for grammar errors and error in the structure of a paragraph. They will read paragraphs and discuss main ideas and the value of supporting materials.
The class will meet on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., September 17 through December 3.

ESL Conversation Class - Student Led ~ 1st & 3rd Tuesdays
2019-09-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
This is a student-led ESL conversation class. Students meet every other week to plan the class and class strategies. Students themselves give presentations and mini-presentations about their country of origin, first year in the United States, or anything else of interest to them. Idioms are discussed. We also read the newspaper News for You for practice in pronunciation. We break down into smaller groups to have discussions. It is a very social time for students to get to know one another and make friendships.
The class will meet every first and third Tuesday of the month from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. from September 17 through December 3. Sometimes students bring in food to share, but you are allowed to eat in the classroom, so we suggest that you bring a lunch or snack. Other times, we go on field trips especially in the summer. Registration is required.

Volunteer Information Session
2019-09-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2019-10-01 10:30 - 11:30, 2019-11-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-12-10 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-01-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2020-03-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Come learn about the Literacy Council, and get information on the ways to volunteer and what volunteering involves. You will learn about our programs, who we serve, and how you can help.

Writing Class 1 - Wednesday
2019-09-18 11:30 - 13:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
In Writing 1 students will review basic points of grammar and learn to write complete structurally sound sentences. They will also be able to write cogent paragraphs on specific topics. They will be able to edit paragraphs for basic grammar errors. They will also be able to read paragraphs and distinguish the main idea of the paragraph.
This class will meet each Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00pa.m. beginning September 18 through December 4. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Tutor Training Workshop
2019-09-21 09:00 - 15:30 | C. Burr Artz Library, 110 E. Patrick St.,, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
Prepare to tutor an adult who needs to learn English or a native English speaker who needs to improve their reading skills with two days of in-person training by our experienced tutor trainers. Both days are required for completion. You must also attend one Volunteer Information Session or an approved alternative prior to the training.

Volunteer Information Session
2019-09-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Brunswick Branch Library, 915 North Maple Avenue, Brunswick, MD, United States

ESL Conversation Class - Urbana Senior Center ~ Thursdays
2019-10-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Urbana Regional Library Senior Center, 9020 Amelung Street, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
This ESL Conversation Class is for adults of all ages who want to improve their ability to speak and understand American English. We have conversations about many subjects – holidays, food, travels, family, current events and more.
The class will meet on Thursday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Urbana Senior Center in the Urbana Regional Library building.

Professional Development for Tutors
2019-10-22 13:30 - 15:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Tutors, join us on Tuesday, October 22, 2019, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the LCFC classroom for this learning opportunity.
Teaching With the Brain in Mind. Maximizing engagement and retention to facilitate learning.

Tutor Training Workshop
2019-11-02 09:00 - 15:30 | Benevola United Methodist Church, 19925 Benevola Church Rd., Boonsboro, MD, 21713, United States

Holiday Book Drive 2019
2019-11-15 - 2019-12-13 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
The Literacy Council of Frederick County is again partnering with Curious Iguana for our Annual Holiday Book Drive to provide new books for elementary school aged children (PreK through 5th grade).
While the Literacy Council serves adult literacy needs, providing appealing, age-appropriate books to children fosters literacy at a young age and helps to break the cycle of low literacy in families. The books will be given to parents of children in elementary school who are participating in the Literacy Council’s tutoring or class instruction programs. The Literacy Council recently began working directly with the Judy Center and Lincoln, Hillcrest and Waverley Elementary Schools to provide tutoring at the schools for parents whose children attend these schools, and many of our other students also have young children with whom to share the books.
Suggestions for younger grades include: board books, picture books (fiction and nonfiction), early chapter books; and for older grades: mid-grade chapter books, paperback series, graphic novels, and STEM titles.
To participate in the Holiday Book Drive, you may purchase and donate books between November 15 and December 13 at Curious Iguana in downtown Frederick (12 N. Market St.). Or you may simply purchase a book and drop it off at the Literacy Council’s office at 110 E. Patrick St. no later than December 13.
Donors often like to share a childhood favorite or just encourage the habit of reading in a child. We request no religious holiday themed books so that we are not limited in distributing them.
Download a flyer to share here.
The Holiday Book Drive, now in its 13th year, has provided books for several local agencies including Head Start, the YMCA’s Early Learning Center, Toys for Tots, Advocates for Homeless Families, Children of Incarcerated Parents (COIP), and Blessings in a Backpack.

Professional Development for Tutors
2019-11-22 09:30 - 11:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Tutors, join us on Friday, November 22, 2019, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the LCFC classroom for this learning opportunity.
In Their Words: Using students’ own words and experience to teach reading, writing, and spelling.

Giving Tuesday
2019-12-03
Please consider a gift on Giving Tuesday to support adult literacy through the Literacy Council of Frederick County!
This year we are participating in a community-wide Giving Tuesday event with the Catalogue for Philanthropy. Beginning November 20 and through Tuesday, December 3, you can support our programs by giving here.

Adult Literacy Changes Everything …

Health. Gender equality. Poverty.
Every important social issue is impacted by low literacy.
When individuals learn how to read, write, do basic math, and use computers, they have the power to lift themselves out of poverty, lower health care costs, find and keep sustainable employment, and ultimately change their lives.

Yet … one in ten Frederick County adults struggle with functional literacy. This includes native English speakers who can’t read or write, and English language learners. These skills are fundamental to work, prosperity, health, and family stability.
The holiday season is just around the corner. We invite you to kick it off with us on Giving Tuesday! Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving back. On the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, people around the world will come together to celebrate generosity and make an impact.
This year, we want to hit our goal of $5,000 to ensure we can continue to be a resource and #BEACHANGEMAKER in our community! Help the Literacy Council meet our goal this year for Giving Tuesday of raising $5,000!
These funds are needed to support the recent expansion of our programs including new workplace classes for employees for hospitality/restaurant workers and direct parent support in three local elementary schools and the Judy Center where we are providing tutors for parents whose children attend these schools.
Last year the Literacy Council of Frederick County’s more than 240 volunteers contributed over 15,340 hours conducting individual tutoring and class instruction in beginning literacy, conversation, pronunciation, basic computer skills, writing and civics classes transforming lives for over 230 adults and their families.
Just look what our students achieved last year!!

Got jobs or better jobs
Improved employability skills
Received GED
Entered other education or training
Advanced level(s) in curriculum series
Obtained citizenship
Obtained driver’s licenses
Registered to vote or voted for the first time
Increased involvement in community activities
Increased support for their children’s education
Attained consumer skills, wellness and healthy lifestyles
Other personal goals

With your support we can have an even bigger impact!

Professional Development for Tutors
2019-12-10 13:30 - 15:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Tutors, join us on Tuesday, December 10, 2019, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the LCFC classroom for this learning opportunity.
Let’s Play Games: Utilizing game formats to improve word recognition, spelling, and memory.

Volunteer Information Session
2020-01-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont, MD, 21788, United States

Volunteer Information Session
2020-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung Street, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States

Classes for Students - all postponed until further notice
2020-01-14 09:00 - 21:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
The Literacy Council offers small group classes to help adults learn to read, write and speak English. We have conversation classes at beginning and more advanced levels, pronunciation, beginning literacy and conversation, writing, civics, and beginning reading and phonics. Most classes are held at the Literacy Council, but some are in Urbana. They are at different times of the day and evening, on different days of the week except on Sundays.
If you are interested in registering for classes, contact the Literacy Council at (301) 600-2066 or email staff@frederickliteracy.org
You can see descriptions of the classes along with the current class schedule by going to this page.

Professional Development for Tutors
2020-01-15 01:30 - 03:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Tutors, join us on Wednesday, January 15, 2019, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the LCFC classroom for this learning opportunity.
Tutor Chat: A Q&A session for all tutors. Bring your success stories and your questions, and get to know other tutors!

Tutor Training Workshop
2020-01-25 09:00 - 15:30 | Frederick Presbyterian Church, 115 W. 2nd St., Frederick, MD, 21701, United States

Professional Development for Tutors
2020-02-27 09:30 - 11:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Tutors, join us on Thursday, February 27, 2020, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the LCFC classroom for this learning opportunity.
Second Language Acquisition: Learn how we acquire language and discover specific language related obstacles your students will have based on their native language. (Repeat session.)

Profession Development for Tutors
2020-03-09 13:30 - 15:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Tutors, join us on Monday, March 9, 2020, from 1:30 to 3:00 pm in the Literacy Council classroom for this learning opportunity.
Using Graphic Narratives to Teach Reading: Adding the WHAM and POW factor to your lessons will be presented by Lynn Bruton, Basic Literacy Coordinator

Professional Development for Tutors
2020-03-09 13:30 - 15:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Tutors, join us on Monday March 9, 2020, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the LCFC classroom for this learning opportunity.
Using Graphic Narratives to Teach Reading: Adding the WHAM and POW factor to your lessons will be presented by Lynn Bruton, Basic Literacy Coordinator

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Scrabble® Mania for Literacy 2020 - Cancelled
2020-03-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Dutch’s Daughter Restaurant, 581 Himes Ave., Frederick, MD, 21703
Scrabble® Mania for Literacy 2020 has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 crisis and our desire to comply with strict protocols suggested in response to the crisis. We hope to bring back Scrabble® Mania next year. We will soon launch our Scrabble® Mania Online Silent Auction featuring over 80 fantastic items for all interests, including art, food, travel, health, entertainment, and more! Stay tuned for more information!
Even though we regretfully cancelled Scrabble® Mania due to current circumstances, what has not changed is our sincere appreciation to you—our returning and new sponsors, players, and silent auction contributors for your commitment to helping raise awareness and critical financial support for adult literacy programs.
Since we can’t thank you all in person, or celebrate our Scrabble® sponsors and silent auction contributors as we’d like, we have developed a special Tribute Book to recognize them.
Please contact us at info@frederickliteracy.org or 301-600-2066 with any questions.

Professional Development for Tutors - postponed until further notice
2020-03-27 09:30 - 11:00 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
Tutors, join us on Friday, March 27, 2020, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. in the Literacy Council classroom for this learning opportunity.
Is your student thinking about transitioning to Frederick Community College? Come learn about the process of becoming a GED or ESL student at FCC. Presented by Ivania Amador, FCC Adult Education and ESL Transition Specialist.

Tutor Training Workshop - Postponed until further notice
2020-04-25 09:00 - 15:30 | Literacy Council of Frederick County, MD, United States
