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Are We Up to the Challenge?
by Jeffrey Woodyard, Tri-County OIC, PAACE President

This has been a very exciting and challenging time to be the president of PAACE. The excitement comes from watching our organization change and grow while we develop new strategies and methods to meet the changing needs of the membership. Some of the changes in the organization have been rather obvious – the electronic newsletter, the new logo. Others have been less so – the strategic planning process, the investment and fiscal accountability plans that have been developed by the Budget and Finance Committee. Each of these changes has happened as a result of dedicated members’ commitment to the organization and their desire to make PAACE a stronger, more accountable association to each member through information sharing, program planning, and advocacy of issues that affect us all.

Our organization, like many others, thrives on the generosity of its members to give of their time, their expertise, and in many cases their resources, both personal and professional. Unselfish dedication, leadership, and volunteerism are what make PAACE the best professional organization of its kind. Recently PAACE received the resignation of one of its dedicated members, Dave Fluke. Due to health and personal reasons, Dave can no longer fulfill his role as PAACE’s chair of the Publicity Committee and co-chair of the Membership Committee. In his usual unassuming manner, he was brief in words about himself, but offered a multitude of appreciation, support, praise, and continued success for the organization.
I have been on the PAACE board for nearly six years. In that time we talked about many issues and many ways that we could improve the organization and build partnerships and collaborations with new associations and new constituents. As we bantered back and forth about how this should be done, it was always Dave who brought the conversation back to the needs of the membership. It was Dave who asked the really important questions. How will this help the members? How will membership benefits be enhanced? How will these changes increase our visibility with the membership? He had a strong desire to make PAACE an organization designed solely for the members. His voice was heard and many of his ideas were turned into policy and practice. We all owe Dave a debt of gratitude for his efforts on behalf of the organization.

Now, as if finding a new membership and publicity chair were not enough of a challenge, let’s talk about the Legislative Committee. For years JoAnn Weinberger has headed this committee. JoAnn, with her understanding of the legislative process, her keen insight for the issues, and an intricate network of members, has been able to garner enough advocacy support across the state not only to change legislation, but also to initiate reform that has impacted all our programs by increasing our funding levels, making known our concerns and views to the legislators, and forming public policy at local, state, and national levels. JoAnn, too, has indicated that she would like to step down as the head of this important committee. She, too, has done well by the membership. She is willing to mentor anyone who has an interest in taking over the Legislative Committee.

So now the challenge is passed on to the membership. Who among us is willing to become the next Dave or the next JoAnn to provide leadership and support to the association? PAACE has a leadership program that provides guidance, support, and mentoring to anyone interested in working in these important areas. Over the next few months as we develop a strategic plan for the next three years, we will be looking at the needs of the organizations and how these two important committees play a crucial part in its success. Your input is invaluable. If you have an interest in legislative issues or in membership and recruitment, please e-mail me at jeffw@paonline.com. I will be glad to talk to you about what is involved with each committee and how you can help secure the future of PAACE.

Take the challenge. Remember, a volunteer organization needs volunteers to survive.

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A summary of PAACE Board proceedings
January-June 2000
Submitted by David Manzo, Penn State University Cooperative Extension, PAACE Secretary
PAACE members are welcome and encouraged to attend board meetings. For schedule and locations, go to http://hometown.aol.com/paaceline.

JANUARY

• The January meeting was held in Harrisburg, at Joan Leopold’s house. The primary concern was final preparation for the Midwinter

FEBRUARY

• This board meeting was held at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center, during the Midwinter Conference.
• Marty Finsterbusch made a presentation to the board about the VALUE (Voice for Adult Literacy United for Education) conference, which he attended with support from PAACE. A discussion occurred about the role of VALUE in Pennsylvania. VALUE is an organization which promotes student involvement in adult education.
• Joan Leopold discussed the number of registrations at this year’s Midwinter Conference.
• Ella Morin stated that Leanne Stasiulatis had started as the new AdvancE librarian. This library acts as a resource for ABE, ESL, GED, family literacy, and workplace/workforce education.
• Barb Van Horn presented the final draft of the new PAACE logo, which would be presented to the membership during the conference. The logo is available to everyone via our listserv.
• Jeff Woodyard thanked everyone for helping to make the Midwinter Conference a success.
• Karen Mundie discussed the strategic plan and passed out copies of the plan.
• Deb Burrows passed around a new expense form. She also discussed the budget procedure. The PAACE budget was not balanced, and it will be revisited in August.
• JoAnn Weinberger distributed a copy of legislative resolutions that are being worked on by her committee.
• New PAACE officers and division chairs were introduced at the PAACE luncheon.

MARCH

• The meeting was held at the Harrisburg State Hospital.
• John Foster has been appointed to lead the Bureau of Vocational Education for PDE.
• Kirsten Smith was named the recipient of the Larry Goodwin Award, and Deb Burrows was named the "Outstanding Educator of 2000."
• A certificate was presented to Joyce Kerrick for her years of service as head of the ABSE division. Mary Kay Peterson is the new chairperson of ABSE.
• Mike Sobkowski discussed a book tour to promote family literacy. The project covered Lebanon, Lancaster, and York counties.
• The TLC Adult Learner conference was held March 26 and 27.
• George Shevlin is the new Acting Deputy Secretary of Post Secondary and Higher Education.
• Sandy Strunk opened a discussed on Act 48, particularly how it would affect adult educators.
• Tom Seifried resigned his post as Chairperson of the Awards Committee.
• Pennsylvania was well represented at the Literacy Summit. The report can be found at www.nifl.gov. A major literacy goal is that by 2010 all Americans will be at least at NALS level 3.
• JoAnn Weinberger sent a thank you letter to Governor Ridge for the increases in adult education and family literacy in his draft budget.
• Tana Reiff made a presentation to the board, regarding electronic publication of the newsletter. The board decided by a 5 to 1 margin to accept the proposal to pilot- test the electronic newsletter.

APRIL

• Deb Burrows presented the Treasurer’s Report and noted that some new procedures were put in place, with board approval.
• Jeff Woodyard and Karen Mundie reported having met in Pittsburgh to discuss the 2001 Midwinter Conference. Jeff was going to get in contact with Linda Herr about the PAACE Strategic Plan.
• Bob McNeill mentioned that he wanted to start an online newsletter for CEA/PA members.
• Carol Klauss stated that it was probable that the census would undercount the ESL population, which is increasing.
• Mike Sobkowski explained the Family Literacy Book Tour.
• Joann Weinberger asked for board support for family literacy legislation. There was also a Legislative Action Alert concerning HB 1266. JoAnn explained the impact of this legislation on adult education in Pennsylvania.
• Dave Fluke will launch a membership drive. A lively discussion occurred about this issue. It was decided that membership should be addressed in the strategic plan.
• Jeff Woodyard presented Dave Fluke with the "Outstanding Service" award.
• Tana Reiff stated that early reaction to the online newsletter was positive.
• Deb Burrows, as Chairperson of the Technology Committee, suggested that PAACE might want to consider taking membership dues and registration fees online.
• Ella Morin noted that all but one of Pennsylvania’s counties had an Act 143 program.
• Evelyn Mayer discussed the issue of certification and CEUs for adult educators.

MAY

• This board meeting was held at Delaware Valley College.
• Deb Burrows noted that starting in June the board would receive the Treasurer’s Report by e-mail, prior to the board meeting.
• Karen Mundie worked on an Action Alert. She was also working on a list of possible keynote speakers for the 2001 Midwinter Conference, and presented some possibilities to the board.
• Mary Kay Peterson opened a discussion on Adult Diploma Programs. Dave Manzo suggested that she gather some additional information and present it to the board. The board suggested that a taskforce, headed by Mary Kay, gather this information. It would allow the board to have information prior to making a decision, regarding a PAACE stance on Adult Diploma Programs. Mary Kay also stated what was happening with the marketplace for the Midwinter Conference.
• Bob McNeill has been in contact with Brit Orndorf, regarding CEA/PA membership contact by e-mail. Bob is also the new chairperson for the Awards Committee. He is looking for volunteers.
• JoAnn Weinberger noted that the national literacy agenda could be found at NIFL.gov
• She also did an Action Alert, and a discussion occurred regarding a new legislative committee chairperson.
• Deb Burrows noted that the technology committee is looking at various servers to provide service to PAACE.

JUNE

• Karen Mundie stated that a call for papers for the 2001 Midwinter Conference will be distributed via e-mail, PDCs, CEA/PA, and mailing to membership. Karen also mentioned that she was looking for suggestions for an Honorary Chairperson for the Midwinter Conference.
• There was a discussion concerning the procedure for creating the new strategic plan. Issues discussed included how to get membership input and where regional meetings would be held. Regional meetings will occur, sponsored by the Regional Representatives.
• Barb Van Horn discussed new guidelines for travel reimbursement and Midwinter Conference refunds. A full report will be presented at the August board meeting.
• Jeff Woodyard stated that PAACE needs to develop a policy stance on Adult Diploma programs. Also, we need to look at the issue of Act 48 and if PAACE should go through the procedure, in order to offer CEUs.
• Deb Thompson of the Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council has taken over as Chairperson position of TLC. Jeff thanked Diana Statsman for her work as the previous Chairperson of TLC.
• Dave Fluke resigned as Chairperson of the Membership Committee and PR Committee. Jeff Woodyard thanked Dave for the work he has done for PAACE.
• JoAnn Weinberger will resign her position as Chairperson of the Legislative Committee effective 2/01. JoAnn would like to mentor her replacement.
• Jeff Woodyard will be the PAACE representative to the ABLE Interagency Coordinating Committee.

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Congress Proposes Funding Levels for Literacy Programs
Submitted by JoAnn Weinberger, Center for Literacy, Legislative Committee Chair, from information provided by the National Institute for Literacy

Earlier this year President Clinton announced his budget recommendations for literacy programs. Since that time, Congressional leaders have been working to draft their budget proposals for Fiscal Year 2001. The following chart shows the FY 2001 funding recommendations of the President, the House, and the Senate, and the final funding levels for FY 2000.

The following is a brief description of each of the literacy programs:

The State Grants for Adult Education, administered by the Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE) within the U.S. Department of Education, funds state and local activities that enable adults to become literate and complete high school, so that they can succeed as workers, parents, and citizens.

The Reading Excellence Act helps to ensure that all children can read well and independently by the end of third grade by making competitive grants to states that have established statewide literacy partnerships and have strategies in place for improving reading instruction.

Even Start supports local projects that blend early childhood education, parenting instruction, and adult education into a unified family literacy program.

National Leadership Activities support research, demonstration, and evaluation projects, and are administered by OVAE.

The National Institute for Literacy supports communication, capacity building, and policy analysis activities in support of the national goal that all Americans will be literate and able to succeed at work, home, and in the community.

The Prison Literacy program provided grants to state and local correctional agencies to establish and operate programs that reduce recidivism through the improvement of literacy and life skills. This program was not reauthorized in the 1998 Adult Education and Family Literacy Act. However, the Congress has continued to fund this program through the Incarcerated Youth Offenders program. In addition, states are required to set aside up to 10 percent of their Adult Education State Grant for the education of prisoners and other institutionalized individuals.

State Grants for Incarcerated Youth Offenders provides grants to state correctional agencies to assist and encourage incarcerated youths to acquire functional literacy, life, and job skills through post-secondary education, employment counseling, and related services.

Community Technology Centers (CTCs) provides grants to public housing facilities, community centers, libraries, and other community facilities to make educational technology available to residents of low-income urban and rural communities. Several CTCs use technology to provide adult and family literacy services to their clients.

Information on the FY2001 budget proposals is available on the following Web site:

U.S. Department of Education Budget: www.ed.gov/offices/OUS/Budget01

President Clinton’s Budget Proposal: www.whitehouse.gov/WH/New/00Budget

U.S. House: www.house.gov/appropriations/pr01lhsu.html

U.S. Senate: www.senate.gov/~appropriations/releases/lab01sub.htm

For information on literacy policy, visit NIFL’s Web site at www.nifl.gov/lincs/collections/policy/policy.html.

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AB/SE
by Kathy Kalinosky, State College Area School District, Division Director

PAACE wants YOU!!!!

Here's your chance to have a voice! Two important opportunities for you to shape the future are coming up this summer and you should seriously consider giving your input.

The first opportunity is to voice your ideas about the development of PAACE, YOUR professional organization, through the strategic planning process which will begin this summer. You will receive a notice about voicing YOUR ideas or concerns. It is important that the organization get YOUR ideas on how to shape the future and how to support YOU, its members! Without YOU PAACE would not exist. What do you want your professional organization to be doing in the next three years to support your efforts? Stand up and be heard!

The second opportunity is to submit a proposal to present a session at the 2001 PAACE Midwinter Conference. The "Call for Papers" will be arriving in your mail. What interesting ideas do YOU use to make YOUR program successful? We ask you to share those ideas with the rest of us. When I first presented several years ago, I found the experience to be very rewarding and it helped me to connect with more people doing what I was doing. So I find myself doing it again and again. It was and is fun! When you design your presentation, remember to structure it so you are including ways to reach those who learn primarily visually, those who learn primarily auditory and those who learn primarily kinesthetically. Then everyone is included and involved and you avoid the boredom syndrome. Plan to come to PAACE Midwinter and plan to present!

Last but not least…think about attending a PAACE Board meeting sometime in the future. The Board usually meets on the second Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is on August 8 in State College (which is primarily a strategic planning session), and the September meeting is at the West Branch Technology Center in Lock Haven. I attended my first meeting in November 1999 and was amazed and impressed with the group who is running MY professional organization and decided to join them. The PAACE board and members are all volunteers. So volunteer a couple hours of your time to see how it all works. For schedule and locations, go to http://hometown.aol.com/paaceline. Also, PAACE is looking for some new leadership, particularly to fill the Board seats of two members who have resigned. Now is your chance!

Also, you will be receiving an e-mail about the alternative degree program and fall get-togethers for our division. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, you can contact your two new division co-leaders, Mary Kay Peterson at mkpeterson@chesco.com or Kathy Kalinosky at kxk14@scasd.k12.pa.us. Please be sure to introduce yourself to us at the strategic planning meeting, a board meeting, or the PAACE Midwinter Conference. We want to know who you are and what are your needs. Have a great day!
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TLC (Teachers of Literacy in the Commonwealth)
by Diana Statsman, SCOLA, Former TLC Division Director

LLA Biennial Conference

Hello, everyone. I just returned from the Laubach Literacy Action (LLA) Biennial Conference in Orlando, Florida! You wouldn't believe how well represented Pennsylvania was! There were six of us representing four agencies plus TLC, as well as four PA Student Regional Representatives: Pat Williams, Douglas Newton, James Gourley (who presented), Marty Finsterbusch (NIFL Fellowship Winner, VALUE leader, who presented several workshops), and Walter Long, currently serving as Chair of LLA's Steering Committee. It's great belonging to an organization and a state that have accomplished so much and are recognized national leaders!

There were so many interesting workshops and so much to learn. BIG at the conference was Bridges to Practice. You will be hearing a lot more about this LD program. TLC is now ready to present workshops on this topic. For more information contact Amy Wilson at the TLC office.

This is my last report. Debbie Thompson (formerly 1st Vice-Chair) took over on July 1. Best wishes, Deb. Also, I'd like to thank all the TLC officers who served with me the last two years: Deb; Louise Lyons-Novy 2nd Vice-Chair; Pat Gaul, Treasurer; and Gail Dennis, Secretary. They were a huge help and they represented TLC well. We oversaw significant changes in TLC that have resulted in even greater delivery of service. I think, too, that we contributed greatly to seeing that literacy kept its seat at the table. I also want to thank Amy Wilson, TLC Administrator, for all her help. She makes us look good!

Thanks to one and all! Have a great summer, and see you at the next TLC meeting at State College in September.
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Family Literacy
by Mike Sobkowski, Tri-County OIC, Division Co-Director

A Major Funding Victory

UPDATE ON RECENT LEGISLATIVE ALERT ON EVENSTART FUNDING - U.S. Representative Bob Schaffer from Colorado withdraws amendment to eliminate increase for Even Start!

Thanks to Cheryl Keenan, Bureau of ABLE Director at PDE, for the "heads-up" on this proposed amendment to the FY2001 budget that would shift $100 million in funding from Even Start to Special Education. Kudos also go out to all who responded to our calls, e-mails, faxes and listserv requests to call your congressional representative and urge them to vote "no" on the amendment. It is interesting that this amendment was also opposed by the professional association representing Special Education programs on the grounds that additional funding should not be pursued at the expense of another worthy educational program such as Even Start. Maybe our collective voice was heard.

Congratulations to Rose Gioia-Fine on her selection as the Training Coordinator with the Family Literacy Training Project at Tuscarora Intermediate Unit Adult Education and Job Training Center. As one of the veterans in family literacy in the state, Rose has the in-depth knowledge and practical experience to lead us in family literacy training. She is definitely a fine choice for the job. Good luck, Rose.

Free Children’s Books - Tip # 4: The Literacy Empowerment Foundation has a Reading Recycling Project that provides free books to literacy programs. Check out their Web site at www.literacyempowerment.org or call (717) 791-6210 for more information.

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Philadelphia MCOL Stages Annual Computers in Adult Literacy Conference
by Faith Goldstein, Mayor's Commission on Literacy

Stephon Gray, an adult learner from Washington DC, was inspired by Fannie Lou Hamer, a civil rights leader who fought for black suffrage. He was so inspired that he created a multimedia presentation about Fannie with the help of Phil Shapiro, a former technology consultant for the DC public library's Adult Education program. Stephon and Phil jointly delivered the keynote address at the Mayor's Commission on Literacy's 12th Annual Computers in Adult Literacy Conference on May 25. Said Phil to the audience of adult education teachers, tutors, and administrators: "Technology opens up new opportunities for people to have their voices heard ... people need to be courageous enough to seize that opportunity."

Inspired? Check out Stephon's work at http://stories.simplenet.com/fannielouhamer.mov.

The keynote's themes of courage and adult education set the tone for an exciting day of learning. Lincoln University Urban Center, with its excellent variety of computer labs and meeting space, was the host of the event. The day was packed with workshops, hands-on sessions, panel discussions, and vendor demonstrations. Over 30 activities occurred throughout the day, all relating to the use of technology in adult literacy.

Teachers from local agencies such as Lutheran Settlement House, Congresso de Latinos Unidos, and Community Women's Education Project, demonstrated how they have successfully integrated technology into their adult education programs. Conference participants learned of an exciting new distance learning project that MCOL is undertaking with several agencies this year. And representatives from national organizations, including ERIC and the National Institute for Literacy, led hands-on workshops on how to use their own resources on the Web.

Attendees also gained a wider perspective of technology resources in the Philadelphia area that learners and teachers can take advantage of. The Philadelphia Reuse Collaborative spoke on the variety of programs that refurbish computers and place them at low cost into the community. The Free Library of Philadelphia demonstrated how citizens can take advantage of all the information available through the library's Web site. And the bilingual high school students of the Urban Technology Project exemplified how technology can be used to support ESL learners.

Presenters did not limit themselves to the use of computers-on this day, technology was given a larger definition. Representatives from the Pennsylvania Cable Network talked about how they deliver literacy training programs via television. And Keith Baker from Tuscarora Intermediate Unit #11's Adult Education & Job Training Center helped his workshop participants to begin the process of incorporating calculator use in the classroom, in order to prepare for the new GED 2002, which requires calculators.

If you missed this year's conference, be sure to look for an announcement of next year's event, which will be held again in the spring.
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Mrs. Ridge Showcases Pennsylvania's Family Literacy Effort to Governors' Spouses

Pennsylvania's First Lady Michele Ridge hosted the spouses of the nation's Governors during the National Governors' Association 92nd Annual Meeting, in State College, Centre County, July 8 through July 11, showcasing Pennsylvania's commitment to family literacy, as well as its wealth of historic landmarks, cultural amenities, and tourism destinations.

On the agenda was a visit with families from the Central Intermediate Unit Even Start Family Literacy program at Schlow Memorial Library in State College. Led by Mrs. Ridge and First Lady Jackie Leavitt, wife of NGA Chairman Gov. Mike Leavitt (R-Utah), the spouses read to children and experience the impact of the literacy program on the community.

"Tom and I are very proud of this opportunity to showcase our summer reading program and Pennsylvania's dedication to family literacy," Mrs. Ridge said. "The ability to read is essential to our children's success in life. Literacy is a priority of the NGA spouses this year, and many of my colleagues actively promote literacy in their home states. I'm thrilled that my colleagues can interact with these children and their families and help promote community-based reading programs."

Schlow Memorial Library serves State College and four surrounding townships, a population of more than 70,000. The library opened in 1957, and has been in its present location since 1965. More than 1,400 preschool and elementary-school children register for Schlow's summer reading program each year. Schlow Library collaborates with the Central Intermediate Unit (CIU) Even Start program on family-literacy projects.

Mrs. Ridge's visit kicked off Pennsylvania's summer reading program. Since 1995, the Commonwealth has allocated $14.6 million for family-literacy programs, bringing this educational initiative to each of the state's 67 counties. Next year, $80.6 million will be invested in public libraries, including the second installment of Pennsylvania's first-ever, multi-year commitment to libraries.

Between 1,000 and 1,200 attendees were expected at the NGA Annual Meeting, including Governors, their families, staff members, state and national policy makers, corporate leaders, and the media. The meeting's theme is "Strengthening the American States in the New Global Economy." Speakers include President Clinton, Retired General Colin Powell, Federal Reserve Board Chairman Alan Greenspan and syndicated columnist David Broder. The majority of NGA business sessions will take place at the Penn Stater Conference Center, Penn State Research Park, one of the nation's premier technology-transfer facilities.

For more information, contact Christine LaPaille, Director of the NGA Office of Public Affairs, at (202) 624-5344.

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Marion Conrad Retires

Marion Conrad, veteran teacher of nursing students at Harrisburg Area Community College and longtime PAACE member, recently retired. A Registered Nurse herself, she received a bachelor's degree in education from Lebanon Valley College, taught elementary school for three years, then taught five years at Harrisburg Hospital. When the hospital closed, she moved on to HAAC, where she has been for the past 28 years. She plans to continue teaching at Temple and Penn State and to write a textbook on allied health. Marion recently was featured in the Harrisburg Patriot News in the Meet Your Neighbor column. Photo is from the Patriot News article.

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2001: A PAACE Odyssey Call for Papers

Download the PDF of the the Call for Papers for Midwinter Conference 2001 at http://members.aol.com/_ht_a/paaceline/cfp2001.pdf.

Research Conference Call for Proposals

The Pennsylvania Adult and Continuing Education Research Conference will be held March 17, 2001, at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Calls for Proposals will be sent out this summer to our mailing list that includes members of the Pennsylvania Association for Adult Continuing Education and participants in the recent Eastern Regional Adult Education Research Conference. Should you be interested in receiving a Call for Proposals and feel that you may not be included on this mailing list, please contact us, and we will add your name.

Trenton R. Ferro and Gary J. Dean
Department of Adult and Community Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
trferro@grove.iup.edu
gjdean@grove.iup.edu

CEA/PAACE Regional Conference 2000 - October 12-13, 2000

"Developing Academic Success Strategies for Adult Students" is the theme of the CEA/PAACE Regional Conference 2000. All conference events will be held October 12-13, 2000 at the University of Pittsburgh's University Club. Keynote speaker is Susan Kinsey, Dean of the College of General Studies at the University of Pittsburgh. Members of the Continuing Higher Education/CEA Program Division of PAACE have been mailed registration information. For information call Dr. Sherry Miller Brown at (412) 624-7683.

Laubach Literacy Offering Grants

Laubach Literacy, the world's oldest and largest literacy organization, is currently seeking grant applications for its National Book Scholarship Fund (NBSF), which distributes books and other educational material to qualified adult literacy and education programs nationwide. NBSF grants are designed to help local educational groups expand their work or to begin new programs among under-served populations. First priority is given to family literacy programs. Grants are also awarded to programs that work with special groups, such as the homeless, refugees, people learning English as a Second Language, and adults with learning disabilities.

For more information or to apply for an NBSF grant, contact Mara Roberts, The National Book Scholarship Fund, Laubach Literacy, P.O. Box 131, 1320 Jamesville Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210, 315-422-9121 or mroberts@laubach.org.

For additional information, visit the NBSF Web site at www.laubach.org/NBSF/indexnbs.html. The grant application will also be available online from September 1 to November 30, 2000. Grant applications will be accepted until December 7, 2000.

PA Literacy Corps Launches Online Training

Debra Burrows, Assistant Director of the Central Intermediate Unit Development Center for Adults, presented a session on June 15 at the Adult Literacy and Technology conference which was held at American University in Washington, DC, on the new Web-based Literacy Corps training course she developed.

The Pennsylvania Literacy Corps program enables college students to earn undergraduate credit while serving as volunteer adult literacy tutors. Undergraduate students have an opportunity to gain "real world" experience while providing a community service. Local adult literacy programs benefit because Literacy Corps provides them with trained tutors. The three-credit course utilizes a Web-enhanced format, which has increased the level of learning on the parts of undergraduate students and enabled them to develop a more thorough understanding of the problem of adult illiteracy in America and methods used to address it. For more information, go to the PA Literacy Corps Web site at www.lhup.edu/%7edburrows/read210. For more information on the ALT conference, see www.pbs.org/literacy/alt2000.

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Since March 2000

Helen Bowman	Brenda Lee Green
Melinda Knappenberger	Marjorie Mackell
William Naugle	Regina Ann Palkon
Debra Register	Billie Stone
Barbara T Stoner	Don Jose Stoval