A native of Venezuela, Magda M. came to the United States seven years ago. “In my home country I was...
On December 02, 2024December 2, 2024
On November 07, 2024November 12, 2024
Volunteer Spotlight: Catherine Coundjeris, “Reflections: Voices of English Learners” Editor and Muse
Catherine Coundjeris’ love of words and writing has been a constant in her life, from her days teaching college students...
On October 15, 2024October 21, 2024
Learner Spotlight: Meet Patrik
We invite you to meet Patrik M., our featured student this month in our “Learner Spotlight”. Patrik M. came to...
On September 11, 2024September 25, 2024
Volunteer Spotlight: Parent Literacy Program
The Literacy Council has been quietly growing its English-language instruction to parents of children in Frederick County Title 1 elementary...
On August 12, 2024August 12, 2024
Learner Spotlight: Summer Book Club Explores “The Beekeeper of Aleppo”
This summer, the book club at the Literacy Council met for three sessions and tackled the heartbreaking story of Christy...
On August 12, 2024August 28, 2024
Volunteer Spotlight: Catherine Mock
Catherine Mock has the kind of resume—from corporate training, running an insurance consulting business and strategic planning, to human resources...
On July 31, 2024August 28, 2024
Farewell & Thank You!
This past April, I shared a farewell message, announcing my retirement from the Literacy Council after ten years as Executive...
On July 23, 2024July 23, 2024
Learner Spotlight: Meet Tetiana
We invite you to meet Tetiana F., our featured student this month in our “Learner Spotlight”. Featured adult learners represent...
On July 23, 2024July 23, 2024
Volunteer Spotlight: Welcome New 2024-2025 Board Members & Officers
The Literacy Council of Frederick County’s Board of Directors at its June Board Meeting approved its slate of new officers for...
On June 29, 2024June 29, 2024
Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Ed
Ed Rose is known among his peers at the Literacy Council for his generosity and heart. In fact, the tutor’s...