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Literacy Quotes

“Literacy unlocks the door to learning throughout life, is essential to development and health, and opens the way for democratic participation and active citizenship.-Kofi Annan, former United Nations Secretary-General

"Stories are more than a gentle escape. They are a life raft." -Pam Allyn

“To learn to read is to light a fire; every syllable that is spelled out is a spark.” – Victor Hugo

Congratulations Seniors!

Graduation is right around the corner. Be sure to check out all some information that might help in your continuing education after your big day, along with all of the latest news and events here at Read Pinellas.

Membership

Here at Read Pinellas we know how hard the the application process can be, so we have provided a step by step guide here.

Membership Form PDF

Membership Form Word Doc

Standing for excellence and integrity is our goal. Click here for more information on our academic community.

2022-2023 Mini-grant Application Form

Can be downloaded by clicking one of the links below:

PDF Format

Word Doc Format

Useful Links

 

In order to assist our community members navigate this complex maze, we have assembled some useful links and additional resources that might be helpful.

Pinellas County Libraries

www.myclearwater.com/cpl – Clearwater Public Library System

www.dunedingov.com – Dunedin Public Library

www.eastlakelibrary.org – East Lake Community Library

www.gulfbeacheslib.org – Gulf Beaches Public Library

www.gulfport.us/gpl/index.htm – Gulfport Public Library

www.largopubliclibrary.org – Largo Public Library

www.oldsmarlibrary.org – Oldsmar Public Library

www.palmharborlibrary.org – Palm Harbor Library

www.pinellas-park.com/library – Pinellas Park Public Library

www.safetyharborlibrary.com – Safety Harbor Public Library

www.tblc.org/spb – St. Pete Beach Public Library

www.splibraries.org – St. Petersburg Public Library System

www.spcollege.edu/scl – Seminole Community Library

www.tarponspringslibrary.org  – Tarpon Springs Public Library

Literacy Resources

www.pplc.us – Pinellas Public Library Cooperative

www.floridaliteracy.org – good resource for all areas

www.nifl.gov  reading profiles, free tests, assessment information, sight words, can download

Applying Research in Reading Instruction for Adults, First Steps for Teachers

www.4pinellas.info — Living in Pinellas (contains lessons for tutors)

www.ncsall.net – (National Center for the Study of Adult Learning and Literacy)

www.ldaminnesota.org– The Adult Reading Toolkit

Free Virtual Citizenship Classes

Click Here to view citizenship flyer

ESOL training Info

Click Here to view English as a second language flyer

Ready to Rent Housing

Click for more information on MLK Ready to Rent

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