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Literacy Department
The Literacy Department provides enrichment for all ages through various language development programs. Our goal is to bring together community partnerships to create a rich environment for learning and personal growth.
The foundation for all Literacy Department activities is the recognition of the value of reading.
Contact our Literary Specialists for more information or to volunteer:
- Priscilla Queen (pqueen @ dclibraries.org), 303-688-7626: Cuddle Up and Read, Every Child Ready to Read, Spellbinders
- Kate Prestwood (kprestwood @ dclibraries.org), 303-688-7646: Adult literacy
- Geri Domareck (gdomareck @ dclibraries.org), 303-688-7658: Book Start
We are actively involved in community and state-wide efforts to support and promote literacy in Colorado.
GED Testing Dates & Free GED Test PrepAdult Literacy
One 2 One Adult Tutoring
One2One accepts applications during the months of February, March, August, and September. At that time, you can submit an Adult Literacy Learner Application and be placed on the waiting list for a tutor.
Practice Your English
Volunteers facilitate informal meetings to practice English conversation skills and to improve cultural awareness. All are welcome!
Inmate Education
Trained volunteers work with inmates at the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for GED test preparation, English as a Second Language, and the Inmate Read-A-Book program.
GED Testing
Monthly GED Testing is offered in Partnership with Douglas County School District at Douglas County High School, Parker & Philip S. Miller Libraries. Call 303-688-7736 for more information.
Citizenship Classes
Classes are offered twice a year to prepare candidates for the U.S. Citizenship interview. We've prepared a helpful U.S. Citizenship Tutorial.
Early Literacy
Book Start: Early Literacy Volunteer Project
Trained volunteers, 21 and older, read aloud & promote early literacy in participating child care centers. Bookstart Training
Spellbinders - Volunteer Storytellers
Volunteers, 55 and older, are trained in the art of storytelling and tell stories in Douglas County School District classrooms, creating intergenerational relationships and enhancing language development.
Cuddle Up and Read
Books, parenting information and an application for a special baby library card are given to families of newborns.
Every Child Ready to Read
All of our storytimes are based on the American Libraries Association's Every Child Ready Read approach to early literacy. This research-based system helps children experience all the important literacy activities they need when they get to school. Storytimes focus on fun and play with language, while promoting a love of reading, books, and the library from an early age.
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