Advocates for Adult Literacy in Contra Costa County
My First Letter by Katarina D. I started with a volunteer work in one office in San Francisco. This office works with rent control, reasons for eviction and protection of rights of tenants. At the first, I worked only with … Read More »
Beulah, A Memoir by Mary D. Beulah was a kind, loving and caring Christian lady who took care of me at a young age. I lived with her family because of my parents work schedule. Beulah came to Oakland on … Read More »
For Carol by Richard G. When I came here to PSC, my teacher, Karin, started me on the computers and told me she would find the right tutor for me. So I have a super duper tutor. She must have … Read More »
The Gates by Ike E. I came to a road It had a gate The gate was open I went down the road It was straight and smooth A ways down the road There was another gate A sign … Read More »
Funny/Not Funny: Life in Iran by Nahid N. Most Islamic countries have certain restrictions, which are not found in the non-Islamic countries. Two examples of these restrictions are Hijab (dress for women) and having boyfriends/girlfriends interact in public. In an … Read More »
Lovely Memories by Alicia F. My name is Alicia and I’m the smallest of eight siblings. I grew up on a farm in Mexico. I have very nice memories about my brothers. We were poor but we enjoyed playing together. … Read More »
My Best Educational Experience by Joy L. I studied and read a lot of books in my life. I studied to go to college, to pass the exam for a job, to fulfil intellectual curiosity and find my true self. … Read More »
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Scroll down and click on JanFeb2018 to see the whole newsletter. Here’s a sneak peek: Introducing the New Discovery & Exploration Nook Everyone loves a makeover! With the New Year we bring you a new and improved … Read More »
PSC Experiences by Lisa G. I am writing a short story about how I started working with Project Second Chance. I started with my third tutor name Cathy. She has helped me a lot with reading and homework. I like … Read More »
A Miracle: The True Story About John Corcoran by Ying Q. John Corcoran was a teacher and coach. He also became a successful businessman and millionaire. However, John kept a secret from the people around him for most of his … Read More »