Greetings!
Fall is the season of change as well as the season of harvesting. In this newsletter, we would like to share highlights with you including updates on our classes, a success story of one of our dedicated learners, Sajida, and fruitful discussions we have led in nationwide webinars and virtual engagements. We would also like to invite you to help us name our newsletter- the one you are reading right now that is shared with more than 6,000 individuals who sincerely care about adult literacy in our community and beyond.
Best,
Roopal Mehta Saran, Executive Director
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Look How Far I've Come: LCNV's Annual Student Essay Book |
We would like to present you this year's Annual Recognition Ceremony program and student essay book, Look How Far I've Come! Containing essays written by students about the topic, "Look How Far I've Come!" as well as their lives in the time of COVID-19, this year's essay book encapsulates the unwavering courage and resilience of our learners and community during this unconventional year. The Annual Recognition Ceremony will take place on October 29th via an online platform, RSVP for the event! |
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Are you a person with creativity? Do you inspire people around you with amazing ideas and sparkling thoughts? Would you like to contribute to LCNV in a different way?
We invite you to name LCNV's seasonal newsletter, the exact one you and more than 6,000 subscribers are reading right now. The winner will receive a special gift from LCNV!
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Sajida's Story: from Stranger to Insider |
Four years ago, Sajida left Afghanistan to come to the United States. “When I first got here, things were difficult….I didn’t know how to talk to my doctor, I was afraid to talk to my child’s teachers, and I was scared to get my driver’s license. However, to succeed at what I do is the most important thing in my life, and I don’t want to be stopped by the challenges.” |
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LCNV’s Xavier Munoz Shares Best Practices in Nationwide Forums |
In the past few months, Xavier Muñoz, Associate Director of Teaching and Learning, presented at many nationwide conferences and webinars, sharing LCNV's best practices and experiences in the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language to adults. Missed the presentations? Check them out at the following links: |
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LCNV's First Virtual Instructor Training! |
Over the course of two evenings in late August and early September, twenty-eight new and returning volunteers took part in LCNV’s Instructor Training. LCNV's first virtual Instructor Training was a success! |
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Announcements
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LCNV's virtual fall semester will be starting on October 5th with more than 300 students enrolled!
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LCNV's Annual Recognition Ceremony has been postponed due to COVID-19 to October 29, 2020, 7 PM – 8:30 PM. RSVP via this link. For more information, please check out more information here.
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In 2020, anyone who donates up to $300, whether they itemize or not, can deduct that against other income for donations. In addition, for the entire year of 2020, the limitation on how much of your charitable donations you can deduct against your income has been lifted. Previously it was a maximum of 60% for cash donations and 50% for non-cash contributions. These limitations have been removed in the CARES Act for federal income tax purposes. Donate now.
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#ShowSomeLoveCFC Does your employer participate in the Combined Federal Campaign? Give to LCNV through the CFC with designation code 28828.
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Double your impact when you donate to LCNV today! Thanks to a generous donor, all increases from your last gift and first time donations will be matched up to $2,000. Visit www.lcnv.org/donate to give today!
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You may qualify for a tax credit in Virginia. LCNV is an approved organization under the Virginia Department of Education's Neighborhood Assistance Program, meaning that businesses and individuals who donate cash or marketable securities to LCNV may receive tax credits in Virginia equal to 65 percent. Check out your eligibility!
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Falls Church, Virginia 22042
Tel: 703-237-0866 | Fax: 703-237-2863
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