Blog for the Literacy Council of Frederick County, Maryland

On December 29, 2023December 29, 2023

Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Sharon – 2023 Wertheimer Fellow

When Sharon Jacko was recruited in 2019 as a member of the Literacy Council Board of Directors, she shared a...

On November 30, 2023April 11, 2024

The Literacy Council held its 9th Celebration of Achievements event on November 2nd at the Delaplaine Arts Center, a joyful...

On November 27, 2023November 27, 2023

Literacy Council volunteer tutors George Conly and Martin Cole were the recipients of the prestigious Elizabeth H. Seligmann Award presented...

On October 28, 2023January 30, 2025

We invite you to meet Joselyne, our featured student this month in our “Learner Spotlight”. Featured adult learners represent the...

On October 28, 2023July 18, 2024

Long-time and more recent volunteers, board members, and staff gathered for a beautiful afternoon of Literacy Council fellowship at Middletown...

On September 27, 2023September 28, 2023

In response to rising demand for English language programs, the Literacy Council’s volunteers and staff have been working hard throughout...

On September 26, 2023September 27, 2023

We invite you to meet Hilda, our featured student this month in our “Learner Spotlight”. Featured adult learners represent the...

On September 25, 2023September 28, 2023

September is all about literacy and back to school for children and their parents! National Adult Education and Family Literacy...

On August 23, 2023August 23, 2023

This month’s Volunteer Spotlight recognizes Dr. James Grissom, “Jim”, who has volunteered with the Literacy Council since 2016. Jim has...

On August 19, 2023August 19, 2023

Written by Catherine Coundjeris, Book Club Facilitator and Writing Classes Instructor. This summer book club at the Literacy Council met...