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Carlsbad library highlights adult literacy, learner leadership and surge in volunteers
Summary
At the Library Board of Trustees meeting, staff reviewed the library’s adult literacy programs, recent learner successes, a new anthology of learner writing and an increase in volunteer tutor capacity following a volunteer expo.
The Carlsbad Library Board of Trustees heard an extended presentation on the library’s adult literacy services on Wednesday, focusing on one-on-one tutoring, partnerships that provide English instruction and recent learner-led accomplishments.
The library’s community outreach supervisor, Sandra Riggins, told the board the adult literacy program pairs volunteer tutors with learners for individualized, goal-driven instruction and supports related offerings such as ESL classes in partnership with MiraCosta College and the Career Online High School program. Riggins said volunteers contributed 3,834 hours in the last fiscal year, which she…
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