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The Literacy Council provides free one-on-one or small group tutoring to adults who need help with basic literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL). We are a volunteer-based, non-profit organization whose purpose is to actively promote basic literacy and to train volunteer tutors to teach adults to read, write, and speak English.
Who we are
The Literacy Council of Chelan & Douglas Counties has been serving adults in the Wenatchee Valley area for over 30 years and is under the guidance of a 7 member advisory board. The Literacy Council of Chelan & Douglas Counties is an affiliate of Wenatchee Valley College and receives a large portion of its funding from United Way of Chelan and Douglas Counties. Other funding sources include the Community Foundation of North Central Washington, Washington Apple Education Foundation, Wal-Mart Foundation, local service clubs, businesses, and private donors. What we do We serve area adults over the age of 16, of all ethnic backgrounds who want to develop English speaking, writing, and reading skills.Our students include,
We work with students in several ways
| Literacy Council Training Center
(509) 682-6966 Fax (509) 682-6961 508 South Chelan Street, Building B Wenatchee, WA 98801 |
Students and tutors meet each week at a convenient public place such as a coffee shop, the library, a city park, Wenatchee Valley College, or our own classrooms. Students advance at their own pace, guided and encouraged by their partner-tutors.
If you are an employer, please consider a special partnership with the Literacy Council of Chelan & Douglas Counties to team your employees up with a tutor for one-on-one instruction or conversation groups. The Literacy Council is offering a range of adult education classes at our offices at 508 South Chelan Street in Wenatchee and, as demand requires, at selected locations in outlying areas such as Leavenworth.
Our mission
The mission of the Wenatchee Literacy Council is to deliver English literacy instruction in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and life skills through one-on-one and small group tutoring and conversation classes to empower motivated adult learners to gain the necessary competencies to enrich their life, the businesses where they work, and the communities where we all live.Board members
How you can help?
Become a Financial Supporter
The Literacy Council of Chelan & Douglas Counties is a community owned organization. We depend on the generosity of financial contributors and grant funds to accomplish our mission. Improving the literacy of adults helps strengthen our communities. To find a job is nearly impossible for an illiterate person. Please help us achieve our goal to eradicate illiteracy in Chelan and Douglas Counties. No contribution is too small and every donation is tax-deductible.
Fundraising and Special Projects:
We can use your help! Periodically throughout the year we have special events to raise awareness regarding literacy in the Wenatchee Valley area and to raise money to meet our expenses.
Becoming/referring a student
We begin by helping students determine their current level of literacy, then we partner each one with a tutor. Session schedules and emphasis are tailored to each student’s needs. It’s as simple as that! If you want to learn English or improve your English literacy skills, or if you know someone else who does, there are several ways to contact us,
WISH LIST,
If you are an employer, please consider a special partnership with the Literacy Council of Chelan & Douglas Counties to team your employees up with a tutor for one-on-one instruction or conversation groups. The Literacy Council is offering a range of adult education classes at our offices at 508 South Chelan Street in Wenatchee and, as demand requires, at selected locations in outlying areas such as Leavenworth.
- English as a Second Language (ESL) - One-on-one and small class tutoring.
- Literacy for Adults - Confidential tutoring in reading, writing and mathematics.
- Workplace Literacy - Custom literacy programs designed in cooperation with local employers.
- GED Exam Preparation - One-on-one General Education Development tutoring for high school equivalency testing.
Our mission
The mission of the Wenatchee Literacy Council is to deliver English literacy instruction in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and life skills through one-on-one and small group tutoring and conversation classes to empower motivated adult learners to gain the necessary competencies to enrich their life, the businesses where they work, and the communities where we all live.Board members
- Kristi Hills, President
- Claver Hategekimana, Vice President
- Kris Erickson, Secretary Treasurer
- Carla Scherer
- Roy Draggoo
- Eric Stepper
- Julie Kagele
How you can help?
Become a Financial Supporter
The Literacy Council of Chelan & Douglas Counties is a community owned organization. We depend on the generosity of financial contributors and grant funds to accomplish our mission. Improving the literacy of adults helps strengthen our communities. To find a job is nearly impossible for an illiterate person. Please help us achieve our goal to eradicate illiteracy in Chelan and Douglas Counties. No contribution is too small and every donation is tax-deductible.
Fundraising and Special Projects:
We can use your help! Periodically throughout the year we have special events to raise awareness regarding literacy in the Wenatchee Valley area and to raise money to meet our expenses.
Becoming/referring a student
We begin by helping students determine their current level of literacy, then we partner each one with a tutor. Session schedules and emphasis are tailored to each student’s needs. It’s as simple as that! If you want to learn English or improve your English literacy skills, or if you know someone else who does, there are several ways to contact us,
WISH LIST,
- Volunteers!!!
- Office supplies: markers
- Candy and treats for volunteers
- Children’s books
- Large white board
Please fill out the contact form below to learn more about our Services
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