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2017-2018 Annual Report
Mission (Our Purpose for Existing)
Vision (Our Dream for Tomorrow) Revenues and Expenses FY 2017-2018
The mission of the Craven Literacy Council is building literacy skills to empower adults and families to improve lives. Our Core Values:
• We provide free, individualized instruction and materials to adults with low literacy
skills and/or ESL needs in Craven, Pamlico and Jones Counties.
• We believe in the dignity of the individual and work collaboratively with each student
in the development and achievement of personal, literacy-based instructional goals.
• We provide on-going training and continual support to community volunteers who
consistently deliver quality instruction to our adult students.
• We continually explore avenues which better serve to promote adult literacy in
Craven, Pamlico and Jones Counties.
• We provide programs which embrace multiple forms of literacy including basic, ESL,
health, financial and technological.
• We provide the rallying point for community advocacy and support for adults in need
of literacy education in Craven, Pamlico and Jones Counties.
Inside the Annual
Report
From the Director’s Desk 2
Students 3
Volunteers 4
Events 5
Events Continued 6
Chairman’s Message 7
The cycle of low literacy will be stopped and individuals will have the skills to achieve their full potential.
Federal/State Grants $64,247
Foundation/Trust Grants $31,500
Other Grants $20,750
Fundraising $44,788
Individual/Corporate/Civic Donations $11,878
Interest/Other Revenue $795
Total Income $173,958 Administrative $22,784
Fundraising $8,103
Program $134,333
Total Expenses $165,220
2017-2018 FY Annual Report - Page 2
United States Citizenship
Craven Literacy Council is proud to report that 22 adult learners earned their United States Citizenship this year. These individuals worked hard with their volunteer tutors to improve their English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in addition to learning the answers to 100 civics questions. We are proud of these students and tutors and happy to be part of such a wonderful achievement.
A Message From the Executive Director
Dear Friends of Craven Literacy Council,
It’s been an unforgettable year! A year of changes, challenges, and most importantly – student success. More than ever before, this year was defined by the incredible heart and generosity of our learners, volunteers, staff, donors, literacy partners and YOU!
Craven Literacy Council provides quality training, support, and research based materials for adults to increase their literacy skills. We believe sharing the power of learning transforms lives, empowers communities and inspires change. Last year 145 dedicated volunteers gave their time and talent to help 178 students transform their lives through the power of education. Test scores can measure students’ progress, but no assessment can capture the excitement and pure joy of a student who has achieved a personal literacy goal or passed their citizenship test. A tutor’s elation at their student’s success is a close second.
As the new Executive Director, I don’t have the words to truly express my appreciation for the amazing staff and volunteers at CLC. Fiscal year 2017-2018 achievements include: 2 digital literacy classes, 3 ESL/Rosetta Stone Learning Labs, a basic literacy class at Craven Terrace, 3 citizenship classes, and an ESL class in Pamlico County. Craven Literacy Council’s measurable skills gains scores elicited an “Excellent” rating from the NC Community College Systems office. These results are due to the dedication and hard work of the staff, as well as the persistence and devotion of our volunteers.
And none of the above could have been achieved without the unwavering trust and support of our generous donors, partner agencies, and our dedicated and hard-working Board of Directors. We remain committed to delivering the highest quality programs to our learners. As we move in to the next fiscal year, we look forward to new programs (Family Literacy and Culinary Skills Classes) and continued success. TOGETHER, we have the opportunity to transform lives and effect real change in our community. April King Executive Director
2017-2018 FY Annual Report - Page 3
Craven Literacy Council Students
Total Students Served By Program: 178 (During the fiscal year 2017-2018)
Basic Literacy (includes pre-HSE): 24 English as Second Language: 154
Craven Literacy Council provides free instructional services in Craven, Jones and Pamlico counties for
residents who lack basic literacy skills and often cannot attend programs offered at community
colleges due to their schedule or personal circumstances. These services include: reading, writing,
math, and technological skills. High school equivalency (GED) instruction as well as workplace,
financial, and health literacy tutoring is also provided. Volunteer tutors work with their students
one-on-one or in small groups at least once a week, using a variety of educational materials and
techniques to improve their student’s skills to achieve life and literacy goals. During the fiscal year
2017-2018, students attended 10,124 hours of instruction or an average of 58.5 hours per student.
This hard work has paid off for our students because 70 learners showed measurable gains in their
yearly assessments (47 increased a level) and 29 met a personal goal (citizenship, job, increased
math or consumer skills, etc.)
CLC’s English Language Learner (ELL) program teaches foreign-born adults how to listen and speak
English in addition to the basic literacy skills listed in the previous paragraph. This program also
helps prepare students for citizenship. In the 2017-2018 fiscal year, CLC served students from Brazil,
Burma (Myanmar), China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Estonia, India, Iraq, Mexico, Morocco,
Panama, Peru, Puerta Rico, Russia, Saint Lucia, Thailand, Venezuela, Vietnam, and Yemen.
13%
8%
68%
11%
African American White Asian Hispanic
41%
59%
Male Female
Student Demographics
2017-2018 FY Annual Report - Page 4
Craven Literacy Council Volunteers
Total Volunteers: 145 (may serve more than 1 position) Tutors: 129 Administrative/Others: 16 Executive Board: 11
Volunteers are the heart of CLC. They serve as tutors, trainers, board members, class facilitators, and office
helpers. In FY 2017-2018, 145 volunteers donated over 14, 714 hours to CLC, including 10,124 hours of
instruction received by students.
CLC Volunteer Tutors live our tag line of Learning for Life. In addition to the initial 15-hour workshop required of all our volunteer tutors, CLC sponsors several in-services and trainings throughout the year. This year, three new tutor workshops were held graduating 37 volunteer tutors. These volunteers were paired with students and are given one-on-one support and the materials they need to successfully tutor. Four in-services were also held for tutors including Assessments, Health Literacy, and Vocabulary Strategies. CLC introduced a Digital Literacy Workshop for tutors and their students. Students, with the assistance of their tutors, were introduced to digital concepts and skills so that students can use computer technology in everyday life. Having these skills helps students develop new social and economic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their communities. The Digital Literacy classes will be offered regularly throughout the year. CLC celebrated our volunteers with the annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on September 13 held at the Farmers’ Market. Numerous volunteers were recognized for the number of hours they have served. Three tutors were inducted into the Grand Club for achieving over 1000 lifetime volunteer hours during the last fiscal year. Debi Lupia, Dorethea Neely, and Mary Spooner were recognized for achieving this great milestone.
Volunteers Enjoying the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
2017-2018 FY Annual Report - Page 5
The Stay-At-Home Tea The Stay-At-Home-Tea is an annual mailing delivered to over 1000 residents in our community. Recipients are encouraged to enjoy a cup of tea with the enclosed tea bag, read a good book and reflect on the individuals in our community who do not have the basic literacy skills to do the same. Recipients are then encouraged to donate to Craven Literacy Council and invest in the lives of the students we serve.
Sponsors:
Silver Sumrell, Suggs, Carmichael, Hicks & Hart, Attorneys
Zaxby’s of New Bern Bronze
Dr. Rebecca Forrest The Little Bank
White & Allen, P. A. Attorneys
Stay-At-Home Tea Net Income $11,599.01
Expenses $1242.99
Total Income $12,842.00
The Gift of Literacy The Gift of Literacy is an annual fundraising appeal timed to coincide with the holiday season. This year’s mailing was delivered to over 1000 residents in our community. The recipients were encouraged to consider an alternative to giving conventional holiday gifts. For a minimum donation of $25.00, CLC sent a special holiday card to individuals or families announcing that a Gift of Literacy had been given to Craven Literacy Council in their honor.
Sponsors: Gold
Mr. and Mrs. David Ward Mr. Jimmy McCotter
Silver Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Smith
Gift of Literacy Net Income $13,081.56
Expenses $718.74
Total Income $13,800.30
Craven Literacy Council Events
Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Ball The Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Ball is an annual fundraising event where Dads treat their daughters to a fun night of dancing, dinner and memories. The Ball is open to all girls grades five and under and their fathers (or father figures). Tickets were $75 per father/daughter couple with tickets for additional “daughters” at $25. The ticket price includes a child-adult friendly dinner, DJ music and dancing, a corsage, tiara, door prize and souvenir photograph. The New Bern High School Drill Team performed and helped pass out door prizes.
Sponsors: Title
Williams Scarborough Smith Gray CPA’s Silver
Coastal Children’s Clinic Bronze
Mr. Ed Blunt GreeneWilson, Attorneys at Law
Law Offices of Oliver & Cheek Dr. and Mrs. Jerry Pelletier
Mr. and Mrs. Kip Peregoy Mr. and Mrs. Bill Rivenbark
Stubbs Perdue, Attorneys at Law Dr. and Mrs. Reed Underhill
Daddy Daughter Net Income $9742.55
Expenses $3516.45
Total Income $13259.00
"Oh What A Night"
2017-2018 FY Annual Report - Page 6
Program Accomplishments
The Fiscal Year 2017-2018 was one of many accomplishments as well as numerous challenges. While we had staff changes (including the loss of a position), increased data input requirements, and decreased funding; the program staff with the help of wonderful volunteers had a year of gratifying achievements. Craven Literacy Council attained an “Excellent” rating from the NC Community College Systems Office for the measurable skills gains assessment results of our students. CLC scores were some of the best in the state. Other program accomplishments include:
• 2 Digital Literacy Classes (Basic Literacy and ESL students) • 3 ESL/Rosetta Stone Learning Labs (ESL students) • Health Literacy Workshop (ECU/CLC) (ESL students) • Basic Literacy Class at Craven Terrace (Basic Literacy) • 3 ESL/Workplace Literacy Citizenship Classes (ESL
students) • ESL Class in Pamlico County (ESL/Hispanic students) • 47 students scored a level gain on their assessment • Another 23 students increased their score on the
assessment • 22 students passing the citizenship test • 3 students obtained their GED
Around and About Craven Literacy Council
2017-2018 FY Annual Report - Page 7
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Board of Directors as of July 2018
Latisha Bell
Kathy Carter - Treasurer
Tammy Childers
Christine Kaine
Amber McCracken
Keith Merritt - Chairman
Bill Rivenbark - Secretary
Karen Segal – Vice Chairman
John Shipherd
MaryLane Stine
Alice Underhill
Staff
Executive Director April King Program Coordinator Carol McCormick Program Assistant Debby Guillory
Assessment Coordinator Lydia Ash
A Message from the Board of Directors September 2018 The Craven Literacy Council continues to achieve excellence in providing the finest skills for our brothers and sisters who desire to improve their lives qualitatively through literacy.
After careful study and preparation, the Board and Staff elected to pursue family literacy where for 30 years it had restricted its efforts to adults. Family literacy has always been a goal and now we are moving deliberately in fulfillment of that dream. Our Mission and Vision statements have been streamlined and our focus has been refined. Our Mission
Building literacy skills to empower adults and families to improve lives.
Our Vision
The cycle of low literacy will be stopped and individuals will have the skills to achieve their full potential.
The staff has been reorganized and it has had to adapt to many changes in reporting owing to significant changes in State and Federal requirements.
The staff has exceeded State and Federal achievement and reporting standards, performing better than many NC Community Colleges and most other community based literacy organizations.
Our many tutors and other volunteers are the backbone of our achievements and success and have been heroic in stepping up to the new reporting challenges.
Our Board of Directors, 11 persons strong, and our staff of 4 are fully behind the changes and feel we have entered a new, vital and exciting period of service to our students and community.
We are, in brief, Excited for the Future.
Keith Merritt Chairman, CLC Board of Directors
2017-2018 FY Annual Report - Page 8
Community Partnerships CLC continues to be excited about our community partnerships. CLC and Craven Community College have a partnership to increase tutoring availability at CCC. CLC is working with Preservation Management Inc. of New Bern to offer literacy classes to residents at Craven Terrace. CLC is now in partnership with Eastern Carolina Workforce Development Board and NC Works. We also collaborate with Uptown Business and Professional Association, Interfaith Refugee Ministry, Smart Start, and Mt. Olive College. Community partnerships are key to providing needed services for our students.
Craven Literacy Council
2507-A Neuse Blvd. New Bern, NC 28562 252-637-8079 info@cravenliteracy.org
Learning for Life
Find us on the Web: www.cravenliteracy.org
Circle of Friends During 2016, Craven Literacy Council initiated the Circle of Friends program. Individual donors are the key to sustaining the Literacy Council's work. Donors provide the Literacy Council's staff and volunteers with the resources they need to give students a second chance to learn. Join the Circle of Friends by making a donation at one of the following levels:
Scholar $1000 Fellow $2500 Laureate $5000
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