Literacy Programs
This page is designed for managers, trainers, and volunteers of community based literacy organizations. On this site we will provide important information and links to latest scientifically based reading research, services, professional development opportunities, program management, and training ideas. Our announcements are updated frequently, so why not bookmark this site?
Nonprofit Management Resources
- Executive Directors/Program Managers Free management Library
- Professional Development for Educators at PBS.org
- Resources for Tutors
Lesson planning and resources links for tutors at BBC Skillswise - Building Effective Boards at the Board Source
- Training at Verizon Literacy Campus
- Fund Development with the Council on Foundations
- Volunteer Management for Nonprofits (MAP for Nonprofits)
Publications
Most Recent Weblog Post
Literacy Fair of Virginia, May 22 (April 4, 2008)
The Literacy Fair of Virginia will be held this year at the Southside Virginia Community College Campus in Keysville on May 22. Registrations are being accepted now. For more information, click on the Literacy Fair website www.literacyfairofvirginia.org. You will find registration materials and a flyer listing all the workshops.
If you have any questions regarding this year's fair, please contact Lois Griles at SVCC:
200 Daniel Rd Keysville, VA 23947 Phone: (434) 736-2048 Toll free: (800) 711-6121 Fax: (434) 736-2082 E-mail: Lois.Griles@southside.edu
Web-Based Technology Resources Workshops (March 14, 2008)
For Teachers Come join us for a hands-on demonstration of new and important professional and instructional websites. Gain exposure to wikis, blogs, and audio/visual materials.
For Administrators Learn new program adminstration techniques for outreach and communication. Gain exposure to free wikis, blogs, and and audio/visual materials.
You may register online at the VALRC calendar (http://www.calendar.valrc.org). Click on the workshop's heading and complete the online form. Directions will be sent upon registration.
Older Weblog Posts
- 2008 Grant Announcements (January 23, 2008)
- Creating an Education Wiki (January 23, 2008)
- Spotlight on Two Literacy Blogs (January 23, 2008)
- New ESL Study on Persistence (January 7, 2008)
- Revised Form I-9 (November 16, 2007)
