On March 13, 2008 it was a Thursday. The ABC round table sponsored a forum.
The theme was toast for change. We scheduled one in January, another one in
February. Because of reasons beyond our control both came to no avail.
So it was decided, for what ever reason the students could not come to the forums.
We would go to them. The first one was on the 11th of March, at the YMCA
Literacy Council. I understand the forum went very well. Because of my schedule I could not make that one.
I attended the forum on the following Thursday at Adult Ed on Kensington. There were seven or eight adult educators and around fifteen adult learners, including Joseph and myself.
The topic was on misleading words in one specific petition and how you can be tricked
in to signing a petition you don’t agree with , in general because of misleading words.
As adult learners we were also preparing our own petition for presidential candidates. The forum on Tuesday started the document. So there were already seven or so questions/statements in place on this document. We added another four
or five. I thought that was empowering.
We also discussed our Adult Learners Network. I was allowed to say a few words.
I just encouraged all the students in the class and myself to consider how important it is for the Adult Learners Network to have support also a voice for adult learners.
At the end we did a toast for change. There was no lack of participation with that
Activity. The grape juice was wonderful. I had seconds (smile).
Intern: Dwight Johnson ABC LITERACY
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Literacy Roundtable Promotes Student Leadership with COABE Scholarships
The Literacy Roundtable has committed to sponsor 10 adult learners (current students and alumni) to attend the COABE 08 Conference in St. Louis, MO, April 28-May 1.
The scholarships are available to students of programs participating in the Literacy Roundtable or the ABC's of Literacy programs.
Literacy Roundtable Scholarship for COABE
10 scholarships in the amount of $205 to cover the cost of early registration fees and the COABE Awards luncheon
Eligibility:
• 5 slots will be held for students who have participated in ABC forums
• 5 slots will be available to representatives of a Roundtable member Agency
Criteria:
• Student has demonstrated some commitment and consistency in their program attendance
• Student has demonstrated interest and involvement in advocacy activities as they relate to adult education.
• Student has participated in ABC Forum activities (optional)
Recruitment:
• Information about the conference will be distributed to all member agencies via flyers, email, blog and website
• Applications will be made available using some of the same processes
• Informational sessions will be held by interested agency groups. The format and script for the sessions will be made available to interested groups to ensure continuity of information.
• ABC committee will make selection in consultation with Roundtable board.
For More Information Contact Marcia Hayes Harris at:
The scholarships are available to students of programs participating in the Literacy Roundtable or the ABC's of Literacy programs.
Literacy Roundtable Scholarship for COABE
10 scholarships in the amount of $205 to cover the cost of early registration fees and the COABE Awards luncheon
Eligibility:
• 5 slots will be held for students who have participated in ABC forums
• 5 slots will be available to representatives of a Roundtable member Agency
Criteria:
• Student has demonstrated some commitment and consistency in their program attendance
• Student has demonstrated interest and involvement in advocacy activities as they relate to adult education.
• Student has participated in ABC Forum activities (optional)
Recruitment:
• Information about the conference will be distributed to all member agencies via flyers, email, blog and website
• Applications will be made available using some of the same processes
• Informational sessions will be held by interested agency groups. The format and script for the sessions will be made available to interested groups to ensure continuity of information.
• ABC committee will make selection in consultation with Roundtable board.
For More Information Contact Marcia Hayes Harris at:
Be A Student Advocate at COABE 08
Bring your AEL student to St. Louis for COABE/MAACCE Conference 2008
Introducing a new Student Leadership strand
Benefits to students:
* Student friendly, student-centered workshops
* Opportunities for students to volunteer
* Opportunities for students to network with others nationwide
Benefits to teachers/administrators:
* Broaden your student’s scope of adult literacy
* Generate student leadership and promote advocacy
* Increase retention & expand participation in your program
Registration Cost
* Early bird adult learner rate $195
* COABE membership rate $ 35
* Rate after early bird registration $335
For more information contact:
http://www.coabeconference.org
or contact:
Student Leadership Chair,
Marcia Hayes-Harris, at:
Marcia.hayes-harris@slps.org
Introducing a new Student Leadership strand
Benefits to students:
* Student friendly, student-centered workshops
* Opportunities for students to volunteer
* Opportunities for students to network with others nationwide
Benefits to teachers/administrators:
* Broaden your student’s scope of adult literacy
* Generate student leadership and promote advocacy
* Increase retention & expand participation in your program
Registration Cost
* Early bird adult learner rate $195
* COABE membership rate $ 35
* Rate after early bird registration $335
For more information contact:
http://www.coabeconference.org
or contact:
Student Leadership Chair,
Marcia Hayes-Harris, at:
Marcia.hayes-harris@slps.org
Forums To The People
This spring we have been bringing our forums to the classrooms of AEL programs in the area. See us:
At the YMCA Literacy Council on March 11, 2o08
At the Adult Learning Center on March 13, 2008
At the South County Education Center on March 19, 2008
And in Illinois at the Lewis and Clark Community College in early April.
Since this is an election year we have heard a lot about CHANGE. We'd like to encourage everyone involved in adult education to be a part of this conversation. We are talking about civic participation and the voice of adult learners inside and outside the classroom. In addition we want to know about the commitment to CHANGE adult learners are making in their individual lives and to support them in their efforts.
If you would like us to come to your classroom, call 314-678-4443 x 207.
ABC’s of Literacy:
Acting for a Better Community
Be a VOICE for CHANGE
Spring 2008
AGENDA
Welcome
Have you ever signed a petition? Why/Why Not?
Voter Registration
Missouri Petition Initiatives
Literacy President Petition
Adult Learner Network
Toast for Change
At the YMCA Literacy Council on March 11, 2o08
At the Adult Learning Center on March 13, 2008
At the South County Education Center on March 19, 2008
And in Illinois at the Lewis and Clark Community College in early April.
Since this is an election year we have heard a lot about CHANGE. We'd like to encourage everyone involved in adult education to be a part of this conversation. We are talking about civic participation and the voice of adult learners inside and outside the classroom. In addition we want to know about the commitment to CHANGE adult learners are making in their individual lives and to support them in their efforts.
If you would like us to come to your classroom, call 314-678-4443 x 207.
ABC’s of Literacy:
Acting for a Better Community
Be a VOICE for CHANGE
Spring 2008
AGENDA
Welcome
Have you ever signed a petition? Why/Why Not?
Voter Registration
Missouri Petition Initiatives
Literacy President Petition
Adult Learner Network
Toast for Change
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Adult Learner Network Meet and Greet
ABC’s of Literacy:
Acting for a Better Community
ADULT LEARNER NETWORK
MEET and GREET
&
TOAST for CHANGE
January 23, 2008
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Carpenter Branch Library
3309 South Grand
Meet other adult learners and celebrate a new year
during this networking opportunity!
Share your voice as we plan next steps for the
Adult Learner Network!
To register your classroom or for more information, call Maggie by noon on January 22nd at: (800) 729-4443 ext. 207.
Sponsored by:
The Literacy Roundtable and LIFT-MO
Acting for a Better Community
ADULT LEARNER NETWORK
MEET and GREET
&
TOAST for CHANGE
January 23, 2008
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Carpenter Branch Library
3309 South Grand
Meet other adult learners and celebrate a new year
during this networking opportunity!
Share your voice as we plan next steps for the
Adult Learner Network!
To register your classroom or for more information, call Maggie by noon on January 22nd at: (800) 729-4443 ext. 207.
Sponsored by:
The Literacy Roundtable and LIFT-MO
Dwight's Reflections on Freedom
Thoughts on Freedom
I was asked the question, “What is freedom to me?”
Freedom to me means so many things.
First and foremost, as a human being, that I have the same rights as every human being. The bare necessities of life; shelter, food, clothes and access to medical attention both for maintenance and in emergencies. That I know that I am safe from hurt and harm or if not, that there is a system in place that I can call on to assure my safety.
It’s amazing to me that we live in one of the richest countries in the world. With my eyes and ears I hear and see billions upon billions of dollars being shifted and merged every day. Neighborhoods being transformed and retransformed or not being touched. I’m talking twenty, thirty years. No one, company or church, has touched these neighborhoods. Oh yes! They talk about these neighborhoods, but there has not been real commitment to these areas.
Why is there homelessness? Why can’t we find decent jobs?
Why is the fight so fierce for FREEDOM?
For our human rights: shelter, food, clothes, medical attention.
To be accepted whether I’m red, white or blue.
Oh God! We need divine intervention.
Only you can give us the strength and the power to fight injustice.
Not just in America, but all over the world.
I was asked the question, “What is freedom to me?”
Freedom to me means so many things.
First and foremost, as a human being, that I have the same rights as every human being. The bare necessities of life; shelter, food, clothes and access to medical attention both for maintenance and in emergencies. That I know that I am safe from hurt and harm or if not, that there is a system in place that I can call on to assure my safety.
It’s amazing to me that we live in one of the richest countries in the world. With my eyes and ears I hear and see billions upon billions of dollars being shifted and merged every day. Neighborhoods being transformed and retransformed or not being touched. I’m talking twenty, thirty years. No one, company or church, has touched these neighborhoods. Oh yes! They talk about these neighborhoods, but there has not been real commitment to these areas.
Why is there homelessness? Why can’t we find decent jobs?
Why is the fight so fierce for FREEDOM?
For our human rights: shelter, food, clothes, medical attention.
To be accepted whether I’m red, white or blue.
Oh God! We need divine intervention.
Only you can give us the strength and the power to fight injustice.
Not just in America, but all over the world.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Freedom Writers Forum - November 14th!
ABC’s of Literacy:
Acting for a Better Community
From Freedom Schools
To Freedom Writers
November 14, 2007
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Julia Davis Library
Natural Bridge Road
How do the voices of those who took risks to teach & learn reading
& writing in the past connect to our voices today?
What is Freedom? Who speaks of Freedom and for what purpose?
Freedom from what and Freedom for what?
Explore these questions and add your own voice to this critical issue
as we move from Freedom Schools to Freedom Writers.
To register or for more information, call Maggie by November 12th at:
(800) 729-4443 ext. 207.
Acting for a Better Community
From Freedom Schools
To Freedom Writers
November 14, 2007
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Julia Davis Library
Natural Bridge Road
How do the voices of those who took risks to teach & learn reading
& writing in the past connect to our voices today?
What is Freedom? Who speaks of Freedom and for what purpose?
Freedom from what and Freedom for what?
Explore these questions and add your own voice to this critical issue
as we move from Freedom Schools to Freedom Writers.
To register or for more information, call Maggie by November 12th at:
(800) 729-4443 ext. 207.
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