“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire” – William Butler Yeats

“I've been learning English in Literacy Council for over three years. All my teachers and Literacy Council's members are generous and full of kindness. Besides learning English, I also learned how to adapt to my life in a new country. I deeply appreciate all your support and all you've done for me over the years.”

- Tobi

(with Tutor, Jim K.)

“Don't tell anyone, but I think tutoring is more rewarding for the tutor than for the student!”

- Debby

(with Student, Misuk)

 

“I've been living in the U.S. for two years. I am happy to participate in this system, and this is a big help for my life. Thank you for everything the Literacy Council does.”

Yuko K.

“I have been tutoring the ESL Advanced Writing class for three years and enjoyed every moment of it. My students are dedicated and eager to learn, so they make tutoring a pleasure. They ask such good questions that sometimes I have to look up the answers, so I learn something new about English too!”

Jim K.

“I like learning English because I want to know people and I need to speak English. The Literacy Council supports me.”

Roberta M.

“It has been very rewarding to tutor Roberta. What an opportunity to see our language from somebody else’s perspective! I never realized grocery ads could be so confusing...and try explaining the drivers’ manual! I also enjoy learning about her customs and her country. Now I look for the special mangoes that come from Oaxaca!”

Karen D.