The JOy of Literacy will provide the following literacy activities to close the literacy rate in Virginia:
The JOy of Literacy will provide the following literacy activities to close the literacy rate in Virginia:
Youth programming will consist of:
Book Clubs
Read Alouds
Literacy Events tailored for youth
Our family literacy programming consists of the following:
Literacy & Dinner for the family - Events where families will engage in literacy activities and enjoy a family meal.
Trainings to help parents understand and become literate in matters that relate to their children. Ex. Understanding your child's report card. (This training is for English Language Learners as well).
Adult programming will consist of the following:
Train-the-Parent sessions to help parents work with children on literacy activities at home.
GED Support - We will match adults with online tutors to prepare for the GED. (coming).
Book Clubs
A variety of literacy workshops to prepare adults to (re)enter the workforce.
Book Drives
Little Libraries - The creation of Little Libraries and directing community members to keep Little Libraries in Virginia stocked with a variety of books.
Providing literacy resources to communities with significant need to close the literacy gap.