Helping Students Learn
720 Linden Avenue
Victoria BC V8V 4G7
Phone 250.388-7225
Fax 250.386-8330
info@readsociety.bc.ca
www.readsociety.bc.ca
Family Literacy Facts
Family Literacy Facts
Family Literacy refers to the
many ways families develop
and use literacy skills to
accomplish day-to-day tasks and
activities, such as writing a note to
child's teacher, sharing a bedtime
story, making a shopping list or
using a recipe.
(Family Literacy in Canada:
Profiles of Effective Practices,
1998)
The time a parent spends
reading aloud with his or her
children will result in a
higher level of attachment, a sense
of security, and knowledge by
children that their parent feels they
are worthwhile people with whom
to spend time.
(How to Raise a Reader, 1987)
Reading to children more
than once a day has a
substantial positive impact
on their future academic skills. In
addition, research indicates
children with early exposure to
books and reading are better at
performing mathematical tasks.
(National Longitudinal Survey of
Children and Youth, Statistics
Canada, 1996-1997)
For more information on Family Literacy, go to abc-canada.org
READ’s Mission
To help students of all ages in the Greater Victoria area learn basic academic skills through small classes, individualized help and a supportive, caring environment.
Board of Directors
| Myrna Hall, Chair Darlene Bailey, Vice Chair JoAnn Zelen, Treasurer |
Wendy Graham Susan Link Patti Stockton Barbara Walman |
Administrative Staff
| Executive Director | Julie Holder |
| Financial Officer | Linda McConnan |
| Administrative Assistant | Diane Carson |
| Bursary Manager | Vicky Austin |
| Accounts Receivable | Yvonne Blair |
| Fund Development Manager | Donna Randall |
Program Coordinators
| English Language Services for Adults | Cindy Vaartnou |
| Adult Literacy Programs | Helen Thomas |
| Children and Youth Programs | Janie Harrison |
Helping Students Learn
A READ bursary provides ten months of individualized instruction in basic reading, writing, math and study skills for a child who is struggling to learn.
Your gift of $40 to the READ Bursary Fund for Children will buy one hour of classes for a student receiving bursary assistance. A gift of $320 will provide one month of individualized instruction.
- Visit www.readsociety.bc.ca and click on the Donate Now button to donate on-line.
- Download a donation form and send it to us at 720 Linden Avenue, Victoria BC V8V 4G7.
- Call 388-7225 and make a donation over the phone. (We take VISA and MasterCard.)
Registered Federal Charity # 119285179RR0001
Your donation is tax deductible.