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On April 28th, Literacy KC unveiled our new logo and brand. Watch the video below to learn more about our new look!
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We are proud to showcase our Logo Reveal Video, which gives further insight into the meaning of our new brand!
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Our New Brand
Each of the four main rectangles represent more than just open books. They represent different facets of literacy: reading, writing, math, and digital skills. They also represent the diverse community that is crucial to the success of our organization:partners/donors, students, teachers, and volunteers.
Each relies on the other for structure and support.
This brand change was an important step to position Literacy KC for the future, but it doesn't change our vision of improving lives through literacy or our supporters' vital role. We will always be the Literacy KC you know and trust and we will continue to improve and grow!
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Represent Mentors Needed!
Literacy KC is looking for business professionals from a variety of backgrounds to become mentors in our newest young adult literacy program. Represent is a civic and youth development opportunity in Kansas City. It's core purpose is to offer young adults, 16-24, a well-rounded learning experience in workforce habits and communication skills, through intensive literacy training, artistic expression, and direct contact with Kansas City professional life. If you are interested you can attend an hour long informational meeting on Monday June 6th at 5 PM at Literacy KC, 211 W. Armour Blvd.
If you have questions or would like to RSVP to the information session, contact Anne Gatschet at [email protected].
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Digital Life Skills Classes Starting Soon!
Every new student at Literacy KC goes through a basic computer skills class called Digital Life Skills. This class helps them to master basic computer skills like clicking a mouse and creating an email. This allows the student to feel comfortable using a computer and the supplementary software used in their reading class. Literacy KC is looking for digital tutors to help our new students navigate their way through DLS classes, click here to sign up to tutor!
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Ticket to Read classes starting soon!
Each new student at Literacy KC receives a "First Day Pack". The pack contains a binder that i
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filled with notebook paper, subject dividers, pens, pencils and highlighters--things to help students succeed in class! We are looking for several volunteers to help put
these together. Email Will Orlowski at
[email protected]
, if interested.
If you would like to donate to First Day Packs, Literacy KC will be holding a supply drive for the following supplies to fill the packs for new students:
- 1 inch binders
- Notebook paper (Wide ruled)
- 5 subject dividers
- Pencils
- Pens
- Highlighters
- Erasers
- Hand held pencil sharpeners
- Scissors
- Glue Sticks
- Electric pencil sharpeners
- Note cards
- Composition notebooks
- Dry erase markers
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Let's Read is launching at 4 new sites!
The Let's Read program is still looking for volunteers! If you want to laugh, sing, play and read with Kansas City families, this program would be a great fit for you. We're currently looking for volunteers at the following sites: Chouteau Courts (Tuesday 1-2 pm), Operation Breakthrough (Thursday 9-10 am) and Riverview Gardens (Thursday 1-2 pm). Sessions start the week of May 23rd and go through the week of August 8th. For more information or to sign up, contact Lindsey at
[email protected].
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The energy and momentum here at Literacy KC are at an all time high and we have
you: our tutors, volunteers, donors, and partners, to thank for that! Help us sustain the success through considering a recurring donation. Becoming part of this dedicated group during the months of May and June will double your impact through a matching pledge of $7,000! Help us keep the learning alive all year long!
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