Literacy Council tutor training workshop
The Rowan County Literacy Council will hold a four-session tutor training workshop starting Sept. 9, a Tuesday, in Rowan Public Library’s Hurley Room.
The first session lasts from 7 to 9 p.m. and will cover the literacy program and the role of volunteer tutors in helping adults read and learn English as a second language.
At the end of the orientation session, participants will have the chance to sign up for the next three sessions ó Sept. 15 and 18 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. and Sept. 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Registration for the three sessions is $20 and covers the cost of materials.
Volunteers must attend all three session to earn certification as tutors.
The Literacy Council asks people interested in attending the Sept. 9 orientation session to make reservations by Sept. 4, a Thursday. Call the Literacy Council office at 704-216-8266 or e-mail the agency at rclc@rowancountync.gov.
The Literacy Council is a volunteer organization and a United Way Distinguished Agency. Its Web site is www.rowancountyliteracycouncil.org.