Story of the Week
July 23, 2012
The following story was written by Maria, from Pointe-Claire in Quebec. Maria is enrolled in literacy classes at Literacy Unlimited, in Pointe-Claire. Literacy Unlimited celebrated 30 years in 2011, and they offer many services, such as: One-On-One Tutoring, School Literacy Program, Computer Skills Training, Classroom Assistance and Tutor Training Workshops.
My Name is Maria
by Maria
Hi my name is Maria. I am married and I have a wonderful husband and two wonderful boys. I came to Canada a long time ago. I had to work and take care of my family. Before I married I had a chance to go to school for 2 years, that wasn’t enough time to learn a new language. I was embarrassed to talk to people and especially when I had to write. I always admired people and some friends that could speak English and write well. I also admired people that could use the computer.
One day I picked up the paper and I saw an ad for Literacy Unlimited. Today I have two wonderful tutors who teach me spelling and writing and how to use the computer. After a few months my spelling is better and I can e-mail my friends.
I am very grateful that I found LU. I enjoy every minute coming to school.
[This story was taken with permission, from Write On! Student Literature - Expressing our thoughts and opinions – 2011 edition, p. 4 - published by Literacy Unlimited.]
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