The Mayflower

Laubach Literacy of Canada-Nova Scotia Chapter Society (LLC-NS)
Newsletter

Fall/Winter 2004

President's Message
Dawn Skinner

As many of us do our fall housecleaning, we are faced with challenges of what to keep, what to discard, and what to repair or remodel. All this is done on a budget. We in the Laubach organization are faced with the same challenges as we prepare a strategic plan. Thanks to all of you who took the time to complete the surveys. This provided valuable information for the provincial Board. Foremost, you told us that tutors need more support. We are taking steps to do that very thing. Funding has been secured to provide training for tutors in their own communities. Susan King has added more tutor support duties to her job description. An on-line message board is being set up so that your questions and concerns can be addressed immediately. Jottings will be sent to active tutors on a frequent basis. The Mayflower will still be used as a communication tool for other literacy members regarding organizational issues. The lending library will be made more accessible to tutors. As we continue to maintain our Laubach household, I ask you to continue informing us about what is good for you as an active Laubach member. Watch for the Message Board on our web page in mid-December. Together we will continue to renew this organization and make sure it is enjoyable for all that are involved. Laubach has been here for over thirty years and will be around as long as we are needed. We are still the best volunteer based, adult tutoring service.

Funding Available to Councils

Each year Peter Gzowski Invitational golf tournaments are held throughout Canada to raise funds for literacy. In Nova Scotia the funds are administered by Literacy Nova Scotia. This year LLC-NS has been awarded $2,850 to be used for the following: $850 for the provincial lending library, $1,250 for Councils to purchase books and materials, and $750 for Councils to host additional training for tutors in their communities. Council Chairpersons have been sent applications to apply for this funding. The deadline for applications is Monday, December 6 at noon. Suggestions for training topics and resources needed should be directed to your Council Chairperson as soon as possible.

Lending Library On-Line

LLC-NS has a library of tutor and trainer resources that members can borrow. The books are kept at the provincial office in Sydney and can be shipped via Canada Post or by bus. The complete inventory list and order form is available in PDF format on the website or contact the office. We'll be happy to send a copy to you.