The Story Tree Primarily designed as a literature appreciation experience for adults learning to read, this program gives the new reader the tools to pass on a heritage of reading to the children in their lives. Adult caretakers of children explore the significance of stories and what we learn from them. Additionally, the program's focus is on the writing and reading of stories culminating with the new reader experiencing the joy of sharing stories with their children as they choose six books from our collection to start a library in their own home. Training is available upon request. One of the elements in this developmental program is modeled after Supercamp, an international motivational camp which has reached success rates of 87 percent in changing the attitudes and behaviors of at-risk teens.
Training is available upon request.
Our Career and Computer Center provides personal computers, printers, video and audio technology for adult and young adult learners. The software provided includes business software, home-learning software, basic reading software, Internet, a career selection and education battery, various types of test preparation materials, and desktop publishing which truly offers a new world of experience and resources to the new reader. This center helps form a transition between basic skills and the world of formal education and training. It also creates a level playing field in the competitive fields of learning and employment for a population without computers in their homes. Self-help as well as motivational information is a source of information workshops aimed at young adults as they assume adult roles in the family and community.