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

 

“Together we explore many topics during our reading and verbal skills work.
It is a pleasure to work with Richard as he has many interests and is always
willing to learn.”

- Carol M.

“I thank the Literacy Council for Carol being my tutor teacher. She helps me increase my reading and spelling.”

- Richard R.

 

“Huan Qing is working hard and improving her speaking, listening, and reading skills. She knows how important it is to learn English. She wants to be able to converse with people that she meets and especially wants to form new relationships and friendships.

As her tutor, I am finding so much satisfaction. The tutoring experience brings rewards to both of us - it's challenging, but we have fun too. And every little success makes it all worth it!”

- Joan S.
(with Huan Qing)

 

 

“The Literacy Council class helps me get back into learning about the things that I like to study. Coming here, I am getting closer to my diploma, and being coached by some of the tutors is a great feeling. I like Ms. Tess, Mr. Joe, and the whole staff here.”

- Lionel A.

“I really enjoy coming to the Literacy Council and helping the GED students. They all have a common goal of getting their GED certificate and are eager to learn. There is a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment when a student earns their GED through our program.”

- Joe A.

“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 F.
(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.