Family literacy Programs
Early Childhood Classes
Children and parents will learn English and life skills together! Children will be prepared for Elementary School, and parents will reach their English goals quicker!
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Children ages 6 months to 4 years old attend class while their parents are in ESL Class
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Families attend together on Fridays
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Children learn the following through weekly themed topics:
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Vocabulary
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Basic Writing Skills
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Basic Reading Skills
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School and Social Expectations
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Parents and Guardians learn:
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Skills for supporting their children
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What children need to know before kindergarten
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How to provide or find extra support for their children
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English skills
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Family Literacy Classes:
Monday - Thursday
9:00 - 11:30am
Friday
9:00-11:00am
Becoming a Homework Helper
Parents and guardians of elementary and middle school students will learn math and English skills and strategies for supporting their children with their schoolwork!
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Parents and guardians must also be enrolled in an ESL Class (level 2-6)
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Students will learn:
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How to support their children with their homework
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How to attend school events
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How to understand grades
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How to get extra support for their children
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How to communicate with teachers
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and so much more!
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Class meets 3 days each week.
Elementary School Parents:
Monday 12:00-2:30
Wednesday 12:00-2:30
Friday 12:00-1:30
Middle School Parents:
Tuesday 12:00-2:30
Thursday 12:00-2:30
Friday 12:00-1:30
Family Literacy Nights
Families will spend a fun night learning English literacy skills and life skills together through games, crafts, activities, and storytime!
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The entire family can enjoy time together! Any age children can attend Family Literacy Nights.
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Family Literacy Nights happen once each month at APDC and at Crawford Elementary
For any questions about our Family Literacy program, please contact Cassie Leutz:
cassieleutz@apdc.org or call 303.617.2306