It's About Family Literacy...
Family Literacy programs are unique that they provide learning opportunities for the entire family. Parents come to school with their young children so that they can become partners in their children's education and the family will value the importance of literacy.
There are 4 components to Family Literacy:
- Adult Education
English skills, literacy skills, workforce readiness, and GED prep - Early Childhood Education
Early Literacy skills and kindergarten readiness - Parenting
Workshops topics include: health literacy, financial literacy, discipline, FCAT help, homework help tips, choosing the right book for your children - PACT Time (Parent & Child Together)
Parents work with their children modeling reading skills and enhancing effective communication.
To learn more please take a look at the following links below :
Sun Sentinel - On the Spot
Kelly Rowland
S.B. Idea Inc.
Founder,
Nonprofit Council of the Greater Delray Chamber of Commerce Volunteer
Membership Coordinator
What is S.B. Idea?
When did you start the organization and why?
S.B. Idea Inc. is Simply Brilliant Ideas for educating families. We incorporated in 2008, and we still feel like newbies on the block. The need for S.B. Idea Inc. is great. We focus on ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and ELL (English Language Learners) programs. I was employed as a family literacy coordinator for the Palm Beach County School District. New management took over, and my position was gone. I told my mom that this is the time to start Parent Power Literacy Academies.
National Family Literacy Day Celebrations
The event was a great success... Thanks to all our volunteers & participants!
Another Milestone!
S.B. Idea was honored recently by The School District of Palm Beach County as Gold Level - Non-Profit Business Partner of the Year 2009-2010!!
