Become a Learner

Become a Learner

Free 1-on-1 Tutoring for Adults in Reading and Writing

 

Who can join The Reading Program?

  • Adults (age 18 and up)
  • Understand basic spoken English
  • Read or write below high school level
  • Live within Santa Clara County Library District service area
  • Have a full membership SCCLD Library Card

What happens when I join The Reading Program?

  • Get free learning materials, including books
  • Meet with your tutor 2 hours a week for at least 6 months (choose your own schedule)
  • Meet online or in-person at the library
  • Get a chance to receive family literacy services:
    • Family events and workshops
    • Free books to build a home library

Learner Orientation Schedule

All Times are in Pacific Standard Time (PST)

Join us to learn about the Reading Program's services. This learner orientation is required for new students to learn about the program's structure, services and expectations. During the session you will learn about the program requirements and about how this program can help you meet your goals with English.

 

Location

Learner Orientation

 

Gilroy Library
350 W. Sixth St., Gilroy, CA 95020

(1st Floor, Reading Program Office)

 

 

Wednesday, January 21

11:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00PM -7:00PM

 

Virtual

(Zoom link will be provided after registration is complete)

 

 

Wednesday, February 11

11:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00PM-7:00PM

 

Gilroy Library
350 W. Sixth St., Gilroy, CA 95020

(1st Floor, Reading Program Office)

 

 

Wednesday, March 11

11:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00PM-7:00PM

 

 

 

Cupertino Library

10800 Torre Ave., Cupertino, CA 95014

(2nd Floor, Community Room 201)

 

 

 

 

Wednesday, April 15

11:00AM-12:00PM OR 1:00PM-2:00PM

 

 

Gilroy Library
350 W. Sixth St., Gilroy, CA 95020

(1st Floor, Reading Program Office)

 

 

Wednesday, May 13

11:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00PM-7:00PM

 

 

 

Virtual

(Zoom link will be provided after registration is complete)

 

 

Wednesday, May 20

11:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00PM-7:00PM

 

Gilroy Library
350 W. Sixth St., Gilroy, CA 95020

(1st Floor, Reading Program Office)

 

 

Wednesday, June 17

11:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00PM-7:00PM

 

How do I join?

Call or email us to schedule a test and interview!

For more information about our program, please read our Learner FAQs.

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