THE LITERACY BUZZ

A Publication of
The Literacy Council
of Clermont and Brown Counties

One Tutor, One Student, One Word at a Time

March 2009
Issue 1

In This Issue

Appreciation to Exiting Board President

Tutor Training

St. Patrick's Day Benefit

Spelling Bee Season

Helpers NEEDED

Tools for Tutors

Mark Your Calendar

Busy Bees Buzzzing About

Dear friends,

The Literacy Council is blessed with "good luck" every time a new student or volunteer tutor utilizes the agency's services. We feel so blessed to have individuals who exemplify strong commitment by using our reading program. Our true "pot o' gold" cannot be measured financially but lies in the outpouring of "wealth" we see everyday through the giving spirit.

To our tutor-student teams, thank you for your courage and the good-luck blessings your passion for reading brings to us.

May a good READ find its way into your lap,
Susan M. Vilardo

Executive Director

Appreciation to Exiting Board President

Tremendous Gratitude to our outgoing President, Tom Rocklin. Tom is an extraordinary board member. He was voted the position of board president three years ago. It was originally designed to be a one year term. Tom was most gracious about remaining at the helm for two extended terms. When Tom is not rolling up his sleeves for the Literacy Council, he can be found at Siemens PLM Software where he is a Senior Technical Project Manager. Tom, who is known as "Rocky" to many, has been responsible for jump starting and implementing the council's computer technological system as well as designed our web site. Rocky's dedication and example by leadership of giving back to the community is evidenced through his long list of volunteer affiliations. To highlight just a few - Clermont 20/20, Inc.; Clermont Chamber of Commerce; Clermont Senior Services; Live Oaks Career Development Center; Milford Band Boosters; and Greater Cincinnati Foundation. Not bad for a partial list.

Tom, The Literacy Council thanks you for guiding us these past three years. Your insights and gentle leadership steered us towards many accomplishments. In stepping down from your position as board president and chair, we hope some "free time" will be added to your life.

Tutor Training
Workshop Opportunity

Help An Adult
Learn To READ

SPRING TUTOR TRAINING SESSION 2009

March 7th,14th & 21st
From 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 (Noon)

(ATTENDANCE REQUIRED FOR ALL THREE SATURDAYS)

Workforce One of Clermont County
(previously known as BWRC)
756 Old State Route 74
Cincinnati, OH 45245
(Eastgate area - formerly - Family Fun Center)

One tutor, one student, one word at a time

To Register Contact Joy at: 513-943-3742

A volunteer experience that will change the lives of others.
When you teach someone to read, you hand them their dreams.

St. Patrick's Day Benefit

Come join the festivities at Putters Tavern and Bar in Milford. Jan Collins, owner and operator of three Putters locations in Cincinnati, has graciously planned a St. Patrick's Day benefit at her Milford Putters location. On March 17th - day of green beer and corn beef and cabbage you can participate in the fun. 10% of food sales purchased after
5:00 p.m. will be donated to our Literacy Council!! So grab your favorite leprechaun, bring your appetite and we'll see you at Putters!

Tuesday, March 17th
All day long events - 10% of food purchases go to LCCBC after 5:00 p.m.
No coupons needed
Putters is located just off I-275 and Route 28 (Milford/Blanchester Exit) heading East off 275, it can be seen from the exit.