ERIC ED415885: Greenville Public Library, Final Performance Report for Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) Title VI, Library Literacy Program.

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ED 415 885 IR 056 856
Schantz, Virginia
AUTHOR
Greenville Public Library, Final Performance Report for
TITLE
Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) Title VI,
Library Literacy Program.
Greenville Public Library, MI.
INSTITUTION
Office of Educational Research and Improvement (ED),
SPONS AGENCY
Washington, DC. Office of Library Programs. Washington, DC,
Library Programs.
PUB DATE 1993-00-00
NOTE
35p.
R167A20423
CONTRACT
Reports
Descriptive (141)
PUB TYPE
MF01/PCO2 Plus Postage.
EDRS PRICE
Adult Basic Education; English (Second Language);
DESCRIPTORS
Expenditures; Family Literacy; Inservice Education; Library
Role; *Library Services; *Literacy Education; Preschool
Education; Public Libraries; Recognition (Achievement);
Resource Materials; Tutoring; Tutors; Volunteer Training;
Volunteers
Project Head Start; Tutor Training; Volunteer Recruitment
IDENTIFIERS
ABSTRACT
This Greenville Public Library literacy project final
performance report begins with a section that provides quantitative data. The
next section compares actual accomplishments to the following project
objectives for 1992-93: (2) provide a minimum of two
(1) train 30 new tutors;
advanced training workshops for veteran tutors;
(3) hold a recognition event
to encourage retention of veteran volunteers, provide inspiration to
prospective volunteers, and recognize students;
(4) acquire library materials
(5) collaborate with librarians and
and instructional resources;
directors/teachers of Head Start programs and other agencies to involve
parents and children in library activities;
(6) establish a satellite
(7) contact county agencies, farmers' groups, and schools and enlist
program;
their help in publicizing information about the English as a Second Language
(8) contact union leaders and company management to promote
(ESL) program;
involvement of employees to recruit students or volunteer tutors; and (9) to
improve and maintain program staffing. Proposed and actual expenditures are
compared. Details are provided on materials acquired, tutor training, library
role, agencies and organizations providing services, libraries and other
sites used, and impact on the ongoing literacy program. A brochure used for
recruiting volunteers and a newsletter are attached.
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Greenville Public Library, Final Performance Report
for Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA)
Title VI, Library Literacy Program
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Office of Educational Research and Improvement
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FORM APPROVED
OMB No. 1850-0607
ExpirationDate: 11/30/94
FINAL PERFORMANCE REPORT
for
LIBRARY SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION ACT
TITLE VI
LIBRARY LITERACY PROGRAM
(CFDA No. 84.167)
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Educational Research and Improvement
Library Programs
Washington, DC 20208-5571
ED G50-34-P
GENERAL INFORMATION
PART
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GRANTEE: CITY OF GREENVILLE
GREENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
411 S. Lafayette St.
Greenville, MI 48838
[phone]
Phone:
Virginia Schantz
REPORTING PERSON:
GRANT NUMBER: R 1 6 7 A 2 0 4 2 3
GRANT AMOUNT: $ 29,225.
$ 29,225.
AMOUNT EXPENDED:
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Quantitative Data
Part II:
Provide the following information about this project by filling in the blanks or putting a
If any of the questions
checkmark next to the answer that best describes your project.
are not relevant to this project, write N/A.
1. What is the size of the community served by this project?
under 10,000
between 10,000 - 25,000
between 25,000 - 50,000
between 50,000 - 100,000
between 100,000-200,000
over 200,000
What type of project was this? (Check as many as applicable)
2.
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Collection Development
L.'- Recruitment
_Tutoring
Retention
Computer Assisted
Space Renovation
Other Technology
Coalition Building
Employment Oriented
Public Awareness
.. Training
Intergenerational/Family
English as a Second Language
Rural Oriented
Basic Literacy
(ESL)
Other (describe)
Did you target a particular population? (Check as many as applicable)
3.
Homebound
Homeless
Seniors/Older Citizens
Hearing Impaired
i'Migrant Workers
Visually Impaired
/Learning Disabled
Indian Tribes
Intergenerational/Families
Mentally Disabled
_Z-English as a Second Language
Workforce/Workplace
Inmates of Correctional Institutions
Other (describe)
If this project involved tutoring, what tutoring method was used?
4.
ZMichigan Method
Laubach
LVA
Other (describe)
Orton-Gillingham
tf this project involved tutoring, how was it provided? (check as many as
5.
applicable)
one-on-one tutoring
small group instruction
classroom instruction
If this project involved tutoring, was the learning progress of the adult literacy
6.(a)
no
yes
students quantitatively measured?
(If ayes", identify any tests, questionnaires, or standard methods used and
summarize student results.)
The Litstart Assessment test is used to determine present skills and
level and for diagnostic purposes.
The graded series checkups are used to track progress when those series
are used.
The LVA Post Test is, also, used for determining progress.
1 grade level is advanced with approximately 36 hours of tutoring.
If this project involved tutoring, were qualitative outcomes of student progress
6.(b)
documented? jyes _no
(If "yes", briefly describe how progress was determined and summarize student
You may attach samples of any documents used to record observations
results.
or demonstrate outcomes.)
Student determines long term and short term goals at enrollment.
Monthly tutor reports of anecdotal remarks of accomplishments are documented;
for example, voted for the first time, read and passed driver's test, CDL test,
reads to children, enrolled in HS completion, Jr. college, a job training
class, passed state certification test for job, now can read a menu.
The student's perspective of progress is gained through a Survey and/or
consultation with the Program Director.
During the course of this project were any of the following items produced? If
7.
so, attach a copy to each copy of the report.
resource directory
bibliography
evaluation report
curriculum guide
survey
training manual
public relations audiovisual
_,L newsletters)
other (describe)
training audiovisual
recruitment brochure
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During the course of this project:
8.
How many adult learners were served? (i.e., individuals who made use of the
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library's literacy project services in some way)
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Of those served, how many received direct tutoring service?
How many hours of direct tutoring service did they receive?
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How many new volunteer tutors were trained?
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How many current volunteer tutors received additional training?
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How many volunteer tutors (total) were involved?
How many non-tutor volunteers were recruited?
How many service hours were provided by non-tutors?
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How many librarians were oriented to literacy methods, materials,
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and students?
How many trainers of tutors were trained?
see pp. 6
Part Ill:
Narrative Report
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Provide a narrative report that includes the following information:
A comparison of actual accomplishments to the goals and objectives set forth in
1.
the approved application. Describe any major changes or revisions in the
program with respect to approved activities, staffing, and budgeting, including
unspent funds. Explain why established goals and objectives were not met, if
applicable.
Provide a comparison between proposed and actual expenditures by budget
2.
category, i.e., personnel, travel, materials, etc.
e.g., if
Provide, as appropriate, specific details as to the activities undertaken
3.
library materials were acquired, describe the kinds of materials purchased; if a
needs assessment was conducted, describe the results of the assessment; if
training was provided, describe the training and include the dates and topics; if
services were contracted out, describe the contractor's activities.
Describe the role the library has played in the accomplishment of the goals and
4.
objectives set forth in the approved grant, including whether the library was
involved in the project's implementation or as a resource and site only.
Provide names of agencies and organizations recruited to volunteer their
5.
services for the literacy program or that were involved in the coordination and
planning of the literacy program. Describe the nature of their role.
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Provide the names and locations of libraries and other sites whose facilities were
6.
used for this project.
Describe the impact of the Federal project on the ongoing program of the
7.
grantee.
Narrative reports are not expected to exceed 20 double-spaced typewritten
Note:
Pages-
= 14 pp. of narrative
PP. 6 - 19
(Furthe monies or other benefits may, but not necessarily, be withheld under these programs unless
these reports are completed and filed as required by existing law and regulations (20 U.S.C. 351 at seq.;
34 CFR Parts 75 and 77).]
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NARRATIVE REPORT
Part III
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No. 1 COMPARISON and EVALUATION...
Because of the LSCA Title VI funds, the Montcalm Adult Reading Council was
able to meet the demands for its services. Knowledge of the program increased
throughout the county through personal contacts with agencies, publicity efforts and
the establishment of a satelite literacy program in the northeast part of the county.
Collaboration with school districts and public libraries in the use of facilities helps to
make services accessable to adults in this rural county.
From the student enrollment, it is obvious that this tutoring program is meeting
the needs of individuals throughout the county and filling the educational gap of public
school adult programs.
Following is a comparison and evaluation of actual accomplishments of the
goals and objectives set forth in the approved application:
GOAL #1 - EXPAND AND MAINTAIN A CADRE OF VOLUNTEER TUTORS AND
PROVIDE TRAINING AND RESOURCE MATERIALS FOR THEM.
OBJECTIVE: Train 30 new tutors by September 1993 to increase the cadre of active
tutors to 100.
Outcome:
Twenty-three (23) new volunteers were trained which increased
the cadre of active tutors to 98 (2 short of our goal).
Evaluation: Two tutor training workshops were held in order to maintain a
pool of active tutors from which we can match with students enrolling throughout
the year. Although we didn't reach our objective of 30 new volunteers several
tutors worked with more than one student on a 1 - 1 basis. Since tutors and
students are matched by the Program Director to accomodate individual
schedules, occasionally tutors are available, but not at the same time of a
student. This accounts for available tutors without students and other tutors
working with more than one. Recruitment of volunteers is an ongoing activity
and two training workshops a year seem to be adequate at this point in our
program.
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OBJECTIVE: Provide a minimum of two (2) advanced training workshops for veteran
tutors to continue their education and enhance their tutoring skills.
Three (3) advanced workshops plus the annual State Literacy
Outcome:
Conference were available and 45 tutors participated. Dates,
topics and description of these are given in the ACTIVITIES
section of this report.
Evaluation:
These workshops were designed to build upon the tutors'
previous training and experience to provide additional knowledge and insight
into the learning process as well as acquire or reinforce teaching strategies.
Advanced workshops will continue to be part of the yearly plan. We feel that the
quality and quantity of training offered to volunteers has a bearing upon their
success and personal satisfaction in tutoring, and helps to retain volunteers in
the program. The students and tutors benefit.
These workshops were conducted by qualified presenters (discussed in
No. 3 on the following pages).
OBJECTIVE: Hold a Recognition event honoring volunteer service to the program to
encourage retention of veteran volunteers, provide inspiration to
prospective volunteers, and to recognize students for their commitment
to learning.
Outcome: One hundred fifteen (115) volunteers and students attended a
special evening on May 4, 1993. Tutors and students received
certificates for their commitment to tutoring and learning. Five
received their 5 year service pin and two tutors shared the honor
of Volunteer of the Year recognizing their contributions of time and
talent to the literacy cause and to the local program beyond
tutoring. One student was recognized for completing his high
school requirements. All students received certificates
acknowledging their commitment to learning. Board Members,
tutor officers and contributors were also recognized. The speakers
- Ed Castor and
for this event were outstanding and inspirational
Larry Testasecca from GMC and UAW.
Evaluation:
This event gives volunteers and students an opportunity to come
It fosters a feeling of community
together in a group setting for the first time.
support and showcases the community effort that makes the literacy program
It is a broadening experience for the students to come out of
available.
isolation and into a commaraderie with others with similiar reading problems.
It
is an opportunity for the Program Director to give public praise to the dedicated
volunteers and to encourage students to continue their commitment for learning
to read. This event received coverage from the local newspaper which
generates community awareness and support for the on-going program.
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