2024 Annual Awards Ceremony
Literacy Volunteers of America, Essex & Passaic Counties
At our Annual Awards Ceremony at the Bloomfield High School last month, students, tutors, instructors, and teachers were recognized for the time they’d devoted to their sessions and for their personal goals and achievements. Award winners came from programs and libraries in both counties, including programs with our partners at, Maplewood Public Library and the NCC- Adult Learning Center.
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Students and tutors were awarded for their hours and personal achievements, including as Students of the Year from Essex and Passaic Counties, Peterson and Teresita. The Tutor of the Year from Essex County and President’s Award winner was Hannah Beykirch and from Passaic County Tutor of the Year was Melissa Primiceri.
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Building a sense of belonging and community can be challenging for those new to the country, even after years of living here. Part of the magic of LVAEP is the friendships that are forged among our students through their shared experience of learning English and navigating culture, work, and personal growth.
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Our tutors come from all walks of life, but they have a shared passion for supporting students in their literacy journeys. Some have personal connections to family who immigrated a generation or two ago, some are immigrants themselves, and all want to give back.
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“I am often amazed at our students' commitment to learning English while juggling work and family responsibilities. And they all know opportunities lie ahead as they improve their English. But it takes hard work and perseverance, and I admire each and every one of them,” – one tutor shared.
Our Students of the Year include Miriam Ruminez in Essex County, and Claudio Amaral in Passaic County.
Our Students of the Year include Miriam Ruminez in Essex County, and Claudio Amaral in Passaic County.
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Congratulations to all our students, tutors, instructors, teachers, and affiliate organizations!
AAC 2024 Program
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