Volunteer Rates Have Declined in the U.S
Why do people choose to volunteer? There are a variety of factors that range from the desire to make a…
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A Volunteer’s View of Literacy KC
We sat down with Janice, a volunteer tutor for Literacy KC in our Ticket to Read program, to find out…
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By Emily Hane, Programs Manager One of the most difficult literacy skills to master is perseverance. The ability to come…
Read MoreNew Represent Program Launches 15 Student-Interns Toward Success
“The past is important because it makes me learn.” “The future is about trying to be successful.” “The present is…
Read MoreStudents Making Change through Their Published Works
By Sarah Bell, Literacy KC Instructor At Literacy KC, I have the pleasure of working directly with our incredible…
Read More2015: A Momentous Year for Literacy Kansas City: A Letter from the Executive Director and a Photo Essay of the Year in Review
A Note from the Executive Director As I reflect and look back on this last year, my question for you…
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Some think that adults in this country who lack literacy skills must be fine with it, that it somehow reflects…
Read MoreGiving Thanks: Our Board and Staff are Thankful for…
I’m most thankful for the dedication and passion of the LKC staff and volunteers. They make the difference! -Ed Nickel, Board…
Read MoreHow to Build a Better Book Club: Member Mix Keeps It Lively
As avid readers and literacy fans, most of us have belonged or do belong to a book club – at…
Read MoreMinding Our Peas and Queues: Learning English is Tricky!
By Alleen VanBebber, Literacy Kansas City Board Member Remember when your baby (or friend’s baby or baby brother) began speaking…
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