Quality Standards and Accountability Issues

50/50
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC 101): 50/50 Management System: Maintaining the Balance Jan Cuddahee - Associate Executive Director, LVA NYS, Buffalo, NY
Participants will learn: A way to reach program objectives through a balanced use of resources; A system for checking progress toward the meeting of goals; A clear, uncomplicated concept for bringing tutors and learners into a program and keeping them there; A fool-proof system for �packaging� requests for funding; and A way to assess a program�s organizational stage and apply 50/50 principles to decisions about growth and development. --- Prerequisite: Read Maintaining the Balance: A Guide to 50/50 Management by Anne DuPrey. (Provided in advance by LVA) -- Meets in 2 sessions: Wed, 9 am to 4 pm; Fri, 9 am to 4 pm Target audience: New Program Managers (PM), BM	11/10/99 9:00 AM 12 hours
Italian Scream Therapy for Program Managers Evelyn Renner - Evelyn Renner & Associates, Anaheim, CA
Program Managers are in a Catch 22! They must be able to deal with a broad range of weird things and still be sure the program operates smoothly. This is a great workshop for new and experienced staff and managers! Bring your great ideas, and your frustration and confusion about keeping on top of things in a changing program. We'll sort it out, mix it with some great new ideas and a sense of humor. Target audience: BM, PM, PS	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Once We Get Them Here, How Do We Keep Them? Jacqueline Peterson - Executive Director, LVA-Du Page, Naperville, IL
Using a 50/50 balance of program management, this workshop demonstrates how to develop, support and assess students� authentic learning, including ESOL. We will also discuss the support, recruitment, and evaluation of the performance of tutors, trainers, staff and advisory boards. Target audience: BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
50/50 Questions and Reporting Issues
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC 101): 50/50 Management System: Maintaining the Balance Jan Cuddahee - Associate Executive Director, LVA NYS, Buffalo, NY
Participants will learn: A way to reach program objectives through a balanced use of resources; A system for checking progress toward the meeting of goals; A clear, uncomplicated concept for bringing tutors and learners into a program and keeping them there; A fool-proof system for �packaging� requests for funding; and A way to assess a program�s organizational stage and apply 50/50 principles to decisions about growth and development. --- Prerequisite: Read Maintaining the Balance: A Guide to 50/50 Management by Anne DuPrey. (Provided in advance by LVA) -- Meets in 2 sessions: Wed, 9 am to 4 pm; Fri, 9 am to 4 pm Target audience: New Program Managers (PM), BM	11/10/99 9:00 AM 12 hours
Advisory Boards as an Asset: Their Function, Orientation, Training and Job Descriptions
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC 101): 50/50 Management System: Maintaining the Balance Jan Cuddahee - Associate Executive Director, LVA NYS, Buffalo, NY
Participants will learn: A way to reach program objectives through a balanced use of resources; A system for checking progress toward the meeting of goals; A clear, uncomplicated concept for bringing tutors and learners into a program and keeping them there; A fool-proof system for �packaging� requests for funding; and A way to assess a program�s organizational stage and apply 50/50 principles to decisions about growth and development. --- Prerequisite: Read Maintaining the Balance: A Guide to 50/50 Management by Anne DuPrey. (Provided in advance by LVA) -- Meets in 2 sessions: Wed, 9 am to 4 pm; Fri, 9 am to 4 pm Target audience: New Program Managers (PM), BM	11/10/99 9:00 AM 12 hours
Once We Get Them Here, How Do We Keep Them? Jacqueline Peterson - Executive Director, LVA-Du Page, Naperville, IL
Using a 50/50 balance of program management, this workshop demonstrates how to develop, support and assess students� authentic learning, including ESOL. We will also discuss the support, recruitment, and evaluation of the performance of tutors, trainers, staff and advisory boards. Target audience: BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Assessment and Screening Instruments: How to Present Them to Students
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Authentic Assessment of Authentic Learning Lisa Thackeray - Program Coordinator, LVA-DuPage, Naperville, IL
Assessment is not another word for test! The ultimate purpose of learning is the ability to use the new skills beyond the lesson time. This authentic assessment method provides the framework for establishing student goals, evaluating instruction techniques and materials, and documenting student performance outcomes. Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Documenting Learner Progress for Program Improvement and Accountability Karen Mundie - Program Director, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA Michelle Joyce - Reading Specialist, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA
Learn how data provided by systematic documentation of student progress informs program improvement initiatives and demonstrates to students, tutors and funders that literacy programs are successful. Target audience: M, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Authentic Assessment
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Authentic Assessment of Authentic Learning Lisa Thackeray - Program Coordinator, LVA-DuPage, Naperville, IL
Assessment is not another word for test! The ultimate purpose of learning is the ability to use the new skills beyond the lesson time. This authentic assessment method provides the framework for establishing student goals, evaluating instruction techniques and materials, and documenting student performance outcomes. Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Identifying and Accommodating the LD Adult ESOL Student Robin Schwarz - LD/ESL Specialist, ELI/American University, Washington, DC Margaret Kiernan - ESL Coordinating Teacher, Adult Education, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, VA
This workshop will describe some �best practices� for screening ESOL students for learning disabilities and for accommodating and teaching them, especially within the context of a tutoring environment. 2 sessions: Complete workshop requires both sessions Target audience: GA, Student Friendly	11/12/99 8:15 AM & 3:30 PM 3 hours & 1.5 hours
Introduction to LVA�s Principles for Effective Training Donna Gibson - Training Consultant, LVA-NYS, Troy, NY
Examine LVA�s Principles for Effective Training to assist volunteers and staff in providing consistent, effective training in their affiliates. Target audience: TR	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Once We Get Them Here, How Do We Keep Them? Jacqueline Peterson - Executive Director, LVA-Du Page, Naperville, IL
Using a 50/50 balance of program management, this workshop demonstrates how to develop, support and assess students� authentic learning, including ESOL. We will also discuss the support, recruitment, and evaluation of the performance of tutors, trainers, staff and advisory boards. Target audience: BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00PM 3 hours
Successful Collaborations Between You and Your Potential Funders Linda Hyatt - Vice President and Executive Director, Landmark Communications Foundation, Norfolk, VA
Foundations and other funding sources look to literacy providers for innovative partnerships. How do we increase capacity without compromising quality instruction? Burgeoning needs demand innovative approaches. Will LVA providers accept the leadership challenge and inspire investors to back them? Target audience: BM, M	11/12/99 3:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
Taking ESOL from Pictures to Computers Heide Spruck Wrigley - Senior Research Associate, Aguirre International, San Mateo, CA Jim Powrie - Director of Development, Aguirre International, San Mateo, CA
This workshop demonstrates effective ways of linking learners with low-end and high-end technologies, such as evocative pictures, video, tapes, Email and Internet projects to increase communication and literacy skills. Examples will be linked to principles of engaged learning and other frameworks. Target audience: TU, STU, M, TR, Student Friendly	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Using EFF for Assessment and Accountability Peggy McGuire - EFF Assessment Coordinator, Philadelphia, PA Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Caroline Beverstock - LVA National Board, and Program Director, Project Read - San Mateo Public Library, San Mateo, CA Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
Participants will hear about the work being done to create an EFF assessment and reporting framework that documents skill development in ways that are useful for both learning and accountability. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Board Development
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC 104) The Roles and Responsibilities of Board Members Sandy Duncan - President, Associated Consulting Services, Austin, TX
An active, committed Board of Directors is the key to the success of any nonprofit organization. If you have ever struggled with building and maintaining an active Board, this workshop is for you! This lively and informative session will explore Boards in detail, and provide practical, useful information on such important topics as: Understanding the roles and responsibilities of service on a nonprofit board Recruiting and maintaining an effective Board of Directors Defining the world of work between Boards and staff - finding the right balance Getting your board to raise money Dealing with �dead wood� on your board Making your Board, and your organization, the best it can be! Plus lots of time for questions and answers about your own Board. Target audience: Board Chairs (BC), BM, Executive Directors (ED), S	11/10/99 9:00 AM 6 hours
Literacy Board Development Nancy Woods - Adult Literacy Action, Penn State Beaver, Beaver, PA
Board Members and Program Managers will learn about board development and evaluate criteria for local literacy programs. Topics will include: Job descriptions for board members. Committee structures. Relationship to staff and community. Standards for accountability Target audience: PM, BM	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
The Balancing Act: Board Members and the CEO Sandy Duncan - President, Associated Consulting Services, Austin, TX
No relationship is more crucial than the one between the CEO and the Board of Directors. When the relationship is working, things go well. When it�s not, it can mean big trouble for everyone, including the people we serve. This informative workshop explores this complex relationship in depth, and is filled with practical tips and techniques on how to make it work. Come see how you can make your relationship the best it can be! An ideal workshop for a board member and CEO to attend together. Target audience: BM, PM	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Board Self-Evaluation
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC 101): 50/50 Management System: Maintaining the Balance Jan Cuddahee - Associate Executive Director, LVA NYS, Buffalo, NY
Participants will learn: A way to reach program objectives through a balanced use of resources; A system for checking progress toward the meeting of goals; A clear, uncomplicated concept for bringing tutors and learners into a program and keeping them there; A fool-proof system for �packaging� requests for funding; and A way to assess a program�s organizational stage and apply 50/50 principles to decisions about growth and development. --- Prerequisite: Read Maintaining the Balance: A Guide to 50/50 Management by Anne DuPrey. (Provided in advance by LVA) -- Meets in 2 sessions: Wed, 9 am to 4 pm; Fri, 9 am to 4 pm Target audience: New Program Managers (PM), BM	11/10/99 9:00 AM 12 hours
Certification/Recertification of Tutors and Trainers
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Can We Get There From Here? Getting Ready for Accreditation. Anne DuPrey - Executive Director, LVA-Nassau County, Hempstead, NY
How do we prepare for Accreditation? Learn how to develop written policies to meet Accreditation Standards. Practice developing the policies your program will need to be ready for Accreditation. Discover new ideas that will help your program deal with such tough issues as recertification of tutors and trainers. Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Identifying and Accommodating the LD Adult ESOL Student Robin Schwarz - LD/ESL Specialist, ELI/American University, Washington, DC Margaret Kiernan - ESL Coordinating Teacher, Adult Education, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, VA
This workshop will describe some �best practices� for screening ESOL students for learning disabilities and for accommodating and teaching them, especially within the context of a tutoring environment. 2 sessions: Complete workshop requires both sessions Target audience: GA, Student Friendly	11/12/99 8:15 AM & 3:30 PM 3 hours & 1.5 hours
Introduction to LVA�s Principles for Effective Training Donna Gibson - Training Consultant, LVA-NYS, Troy, NY
Examine LVA�s Principles for Effective Training to assist volunteers and staff in providing consistent, effective training in their affiliates. Target audience: TR	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Once We Get Them Here, How Do We Keep Them? Jacqueline Peterson - Executive Director, LVA-Du Page, Naperville, IL
Using a 50/50 balance of program management, this workshop demonstrates how to develop, support and assess students� authentic learning, including ESOL. We will also discuss the support, recruitment, and evaluation of the performance of tutors, trainers, staff and advisory boards. Target audience: BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Community Assessment
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Introduction to LVA�s Principles for Effective Training Donna Gibson - Training Consultant, LVA-NYS, Troy, NY
Examine LVA�s Principles for Effective Training to assist volunteers and staff in providing consistent, effective training in their affiliates. Target audience: TR	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Continuous Improvement
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Documenting Learner Progress for Program Improvement and Accountability Karen Mundie - Program Director, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA Michelle Joyce - Reading Specialist, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA
Learn how data provided by systematic documentation of student progress informs program improvement initiatives and demonstrates to students, tutors and funders that literacy programs are successful. Target audience: M, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Introduction to LVA�s Principles for Effective Training Donna Gibson - Training Consultant, LVA-NYS, Troy, NY
Examine LVA�s Principles for Effective Training to assist volunteers and staff in providing consistent, effective training in their affiliates. Target audience: TR	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Managing Change through EFF Lisa Levinson - EFF Networking Coordinator, Center for Adult Learning & Literacy, Whitefield, ME Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Emily Littleton - Instructor, Knox County Adult Literacy Program, TN Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
A panel representing three EFF pilot programs will discuss their use of EFF to guide their programs through change. Hear about the multiple levels - classroom, program, and system - that are affected when EFF is implemented. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS, PM	11/12/99 3:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Once We Get Them Here, How Do We Keep Them? Jacqueline Peterson - Executive Director, LVA-Du Page, Naperville, IL
Using a 50/50 balance of program management, this workshop demonstrates how to develop, support and assess students� authentic learning, including ESOL. We will also discuss the support, recruitment, and evaluation of the performance of tutors, trainers, staff and advisory boards. Target audience: BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Successful Collaborations Between You and Your Potential Funders Linda Hyatt - Vice President and Executive Director, Landmark Communications Foundation, Norfolk, VA
Foundations and other funding sources look to literacy providers for innovative partnerships. How do we increase capacity without compromising quality instruction? Burgeoning needs demand innovative approaches. Will LVA providers accept the leadership challenge and inspire investors to back them? Target audience: BM, M	11/12/99 3:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
Using EFF for Assessment and Accountability Peggy McGuire - EFF Assessment Coordinator, Philadelphia, PA Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Caroline Beverstock - LVA National Board, and Program Director, Project Read - San Mateo Public Library, San Mateo, CA Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
Participants will hear about the work being done to create an EFF assessment and reporting framework that documents skill development in ways that are useful for both learning and accountability. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Dealing with Policy-driven Programming
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Can We Get There From Here? Getting Ready for Accreditation. Anne DuPrey - Executive Director, LVA-Nassau County, Hempstead, NY
How do we prepare for Accreditation? Learn how to develop written policies to meet Accreditation Standards. Practice developing the policies your program will need to be ready for Accreditation. Discover new ideas that will help your program deal with such tough issues as recertification of tutors and trainers. Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Documenting Learner Progress for Program Improvement and Accountability Karen Mundie - Program Director, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA Michelle Joyce - Reading Specialist, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA
Learn how data provided by systematic documentation of student progress informs program improvement initiatives and demonstrates to students, tutors and funders that literacy programs are successful. Target audience: M, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Managing Change through EFF Lisa Levinson - EFF Networking Coordinator, Center for Adult Learning & Literacy, Whitefield, ME Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Emily Littleton - Instructor, Knox County Adult Literacy Program, TN Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
A panel representing three EFF pilot programs will discuss their use of EFF to guide their programs through change. Hear about the multiple levels - classroom, program, and system - that are affected when EFF is implemented. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS, PM	11/12/99 3:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Equipped for the Future
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC106) Advanced EFF - the Next Steps Andy Nash - EFF Staff Development Coordinator, NELRC/World Education, Boston, MA Brenda Bell - EFF Research Coordinator/Center for Literacy Studies, Knoxville, TN Emily Littleton - Project Coordinator, Knox County Adult Literacy Program Caroline Beverstock - LVA National Board, and Program Director, Project Read - San Mateo Public Library, San Mateo, CA
This workshop is for those practitioners who have experience with EFF - whether through workshops or through their own exploration in programs. Participants will go beyond the basics to consider the latest developments in EFF, particularly in the areas of curriculum and assessment in a variety of contexts. Participants will share their experiences in implementing EFF, and get support for their next steps. Find out how to orient and mentor your colleagues, and how to become part of the EFF staff development network. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS	11/10/99 9:00 AM 6 hours
Managing Change through EFF Lisa Levinson - EFF Networking Coordinator, Center for Adult Learning & Literacy, Whitefield, ME Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Emily Littleton - Instructor, Knox County Adult Literacy Program, TN Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
A panel representing three EFF pilot programs will discuss their use of EFF to guide their programs through change. Hear about the multiple levels - classroom, program, and system - that are affected when EFF is implemented. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS, PM	11/12/99 3:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Using EFF for Assessment and Accountability Peggy McGuire - EFF Assessment Coordinator, Philadelphia, PA Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Caroline Beverstock - LVA National Board, and Program Director, Project Read - San Mateo Public Library, San Mateo, CA Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
Participants will hear about the work being done to create an EFF assessment and reporting framework that documents skill development in ways that are useful for both learning and accountability. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
What is EFF? An Introduction Andy Nash - EFF Staff Development Coordinator, NELRC/World Education, Boston, MA Emily Littleton - Instructor/Curriculum Developer, Know County Adult Literacy Project, Knoxville, TN
This workshop will orient you to �Equipped for the Future,� a standards-based effort to build a lifelong learning system that better prepares adults for their roles as worker, community member, and family member. Target audience: TU, STU, BM, M, TR, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Evolving From a Steering Committee to an Advisory Board
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC 101): 50/50 Management System: Maintaining the Balance Jan Cuddahee - Associate Executive Director, LVA NYS, Buffalo, NY
Participants will learn: A way to reach program objectives through a balanced use of resources; A system for checking progress toward the meeting of goals; A clear, uncomplicated concept for bringing tutors and learners into a program and keeping them there; A fool-proof system for �packaging� requests for funding; and A way to assess a program�s organizational stage and apply 50/50 principles to decisions about growth and development. --- Prerequisite: Read Maintaining the Balance: A Guide to 50/50 Management by Anne DuPrey. (Provided in advance by LVA) -- Meets in 2 sessions: Wed, 9 am to 4 pm; Fri, 9 am to 4 pm Target audience: New Program Managers (PM), BM	11/10/99 9:00 AM 12 hours
Literacy Board Development Nancy Woods - Adult Literacy Action, Penn State Beaver, Beaver, PA
Board Members and Program Managers will learn about board development and evaluate criteria for local literacy programs. Topics will include: Job descriptions for board members Committee structures Relationship to staff and community Standards for accountability Target audience: PM, BM	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
From Screening Instruments to Functional Instructional Plan
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Developing Individual Plans in an Outcome-Based Model Kathy Scholl - Executive Director, Literacy Volunteers of Greater Syracuse, Syracuse, NY
This workshop will describe the outcomes-based assessment model used in Literacy Volunteers of Greater Syracuse. It includes information about the development of the model and information about training tutors: to identify life roles/instruction context to write personal literacy goals in ABO (Achievement Based Objectives) language to reassess using outcomes-based data Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS, GA	11/11/99 10:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
Orchestrating a Learner Assessment System That�s Music to your Program�s Ears! Pamela Rausch - President/Trainer, LVA Pulaski County, IN
This workshop will: Demonstrate how to create a step-by-step student intake/assessment system Review intake and assessment instruments and resources Address accreditation standards Q16, Q13, Q17, Q18 and S11 Target audience: PS, M, TR, BM	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Fund Raising
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Building Partnerships with Literary Events Jeff Biggers - Founder, Northern Arizona Book Festival, Tucson, AZ
Discover how often disparate and divided communities can work together through literacy events, reading series, book festivals, and community forums. See how local and national models, including literary organizations, universities, colleges, and schools, join forces to promote literacy while developing new, strong relationships with each other. Target audience: TU, STU, BM, M, PS, GA, Student Friendly	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Creating A Fund Development Plan Beth Thomas - President, Indy Reads, Indianapolis, IN
Learn how to use the six building blocks of a fund development plan to your program's advantage. Discover materials that will help your program get started. Target audience: BM, M	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Developing Treasure for Your Program: Literary Events as Successful Fundraisers Jeff Biggers - Founder, Northern Arizona Book Festival, Tucson, AZ
Discover how to use literary events, readings, book signings and author receptions for fundraising! Learn how to develop funding through arts commissions, foundations and non-traditional funding sources from an expert and former director of Arizona's LV-Coconino County, who has made these money-making activities a win-win situation for the community and the literacy program! Target audience: STU, BM, M, PS, GA	11/12/99 3:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
Ethical Fundraising Anu R. Ailawadhi - Director, Cause Related Marketing, LVA, Syracuse, NY Patricia P. Rajala - Managing Director, Resource Development, LVA, Syracuse, NY
One of the necessary elements for any fundraising organization is a set of ethical standards. The National Society of Fundraising Executives (NSFRE) Code of Ethics provides one such set of standards. Beyond adhering to these standards, we must have the ability to think through ethical dilemmas. This session will examine the values that underlie ethical behavior by utilizing examples from the audience to guide discussion about the NSFRE Code of Ethics as relates to affiliate leadership and employ an open forum for comments and queries. Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS, GA	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Hosting a Scrabble Fund Raiser Yvonne Gillespie - Marketing and Project Director, National Scrabble Association, Greenport, NY
Experience a step-by-step guide to planning, organizing and executing a Scrabble fund raiser. LVA Affiliate Directors who have already hosted Scrabble events will share their experiences. Learn about the flexibility of the program and the support available through the NSA and Hasbro. Target audience: BM, M, PS	11/11/99 10:30 AM and 11/12/99 3:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
Students and Fund Raising Opportunities Beth Thomas - President, Indy Reads, Indianapolis, IN Margaret Sheehan - Volunteer, Indy Reads, Indianapolis, IN Joe Cooper - Student, Indy Reads, Indianapolis, IN Harold Keys - Student, Indy Reads, Indianapolis, IN
Every literacy program needs money to support tutors and students. This workshop, presented by staff, volunteers and students involved with raising money in one affiliate, is an opportunity to learn how students in one program helped raise money and had a great time in the process. Target audience: STU, BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 10:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Managing and Budgets for Nonprofits
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC 104) The Roles and Responsibilities of Board Members Sandy Duncan - President, Associated Consulting Services, Austin, TX
An active, committed Board of Directors is the key to the success of any nonprofit organization. If you have ever struggled with building and maintaining an active Board, this workshop is for you! This lively and informative session will explore Boards in detail, and provide practical, useful information on such important topics as: Understanding the roles and responsibilities of service on a nonprofit board Recruiting and maintaining an effective Board of Directors Defining the world of work between Boards and staff - finding the right balance Getting your board to raise money Dealing with �dead wood� on your board Making your Board, and your organization, the best it can be! Plus_.lots of time for questions and answers about your own Board. Target audience: Board Chairs (BC), BM, Executive Directors (ED), S	11/10/99 9:00 AM 6 hours
Button Down Your Bottom Line with Quickbooks Taylor Willingham - Director, The Reading Program, Santa Clara County Library, Milpitas, CA Metka Valh - Associate Analyst, The Reading Program, Santa Clara County Library, Milpitas, CA
If balancing your budget is blurring your vision, and managing your money is masking your mission, fret not! Learn about tools to tackle these tedious trackings using Quickbooks. Discover ways to manage multiple funding sources, track budgets, prepare great financial reports, and make strategic funding decisions based on solid financial information. Find out how to set up budget categories, define accounts and use analytical tools. Target audience: BM, PM, Financial Managers (FM)	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Record Keeping, Reporting and Financial Management for Nonprofits Lori Cleaves - Certified Public Accountant, Seattle, WA
Nonprofits never have the financial resources they need to do what must be done. Learn the basics of record keeping and reporting to effectively manage your organization�s financial resources. Target audience: PM, BM, PS, GA	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Monitoring and Evaluation
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Authentic Assessment of Authentic Learning Lisa Thackeray - Program Coordinator, LVA-DuPage, Naperville, IL
Assessment is not another word for test! The ultimate purpose of learning is the ability to use the new skills beyond the lesson time. This authentic assessment method provides the framework for establishing student goals, evaluating instruction techniques and materials, and documenting student performance outcomes. Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Can We Get There From Here? Getting Ready for Accreditation. Anne DuPrey - Executive Director, LVA-Nassau County, Hempstead, NY
How do we prepare for Accreditation? Learn how to develop written policies to meet Accreditation Standards. Practice developing the policies your program will need to be ready for Accreditation. Discover new ideas that will help your program deal with such tough issues as recertification of tutors and trainers. Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Managing Change through EFF Lisa Levinson - EFF Networking Coordinator, Center for Adult Learning & Literacy, Whitefield, ME Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Emily Littleton - Instructor, Knox County Adult Literacy Program, TN Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
A panel representing three EFF pilot programs will discuss their use of EFF to guide their programs through change. Hear about the multiple levels - classroom, program, and system - that are affected when EFF is implemented. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS, PM	11/12/99 3:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Using EFF for Assessment and Accountability Peggy McGuire - EFF Assessment Coordinator, Philadelphia, PA Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Caroline Beverstock - LVA National Board, and Program Director, Project Read - San Mateo Public Library, San Mateo, CA Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
Participants will hear about the work being done to create an EFF assessment and reporting framework that documents skill development in ways that are useful for both learning and accountability. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Performance Assessement
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Authentic Assessment of Authentic Learning Lisa Thackeray - Program Coordinator, LVA-DuPage, Naperville, IL
Assessment is not another word for test! The ultimate purpose of learning is the ability to use the new skills beyond the lesson time. This authentic assessment method provides the framework for establishing student goals, evaluating instruction techniques and materials, and documenting student performance outcomes. Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Can We Get There From Here? Getting Ready for Accreditation. Anne DuPrey - Executive Director, LVA-Nassau County, Hempstead, NY
How do we prepare for Accreditation? Learn how to develop written policies to meet Accreditation Standards. Practice developing the policies your program will need to be ready for Accreditation. Discover new ideas that will help your program deal with such tough issues as recertification of tutors and trainers. Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Developing Individual Plans in an Outcome-Based Model Kathy Scholl - Executive Director, Literacy Volunteers of Greater Syracuse, Syracuse, NY
This workshop will describe the outcomes-based assessment model used in Literacy Volunteers of Greater Syracuse. It includes information about the development of the model and information about training tutors: to identify life roles/instruction context to write personal literacy goals in ABO (Achievement Based Objectives) language to reassess using outcomes-based data Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS, GA	11/11/99 10:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
Documenting Learner Progress for Program Improvement and Accountability Karen Mundie - Program Director, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA Michelle Joyce - Reading Specialist, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA
Learn how data provided by systematic documentation of student progress informs program improvement initiatives and demonstrates to students, tutors and funders that literacy programs are successful. Target audience: M, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Identifying and Accommodating the LD Adult ESOL Student Robin Schwarz - LD/ESL Specialist, ELI/American University, Washington, DC Margaret Kiernan - ESL Coordinating Teacher, Adult Education, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, VA
This workshop will describe some �best practices� for screening ESOL students for learning disabilities and for accommodating and teaching them, especially within the context of a tutoring environment. 2 sessions: Complete workshop requires both sessions Target audience: GA, Student Friendly	11/12/99 8:15 AM & 3:30 PM 3 hours & 1.5 hours
Introduction to LVA�s Principles for Effective Training Donna Gibson - Training Consultant, LVA-NYS, Troy, NY
Examine LVA�s Principles for Effective Training to assist volunteers and staff in providing consistent, effective training in their affiliates. Target audience: TR	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Once We Get Them Here, How Do We Keep Them? Jacqueline Peterson - Executive Director, LVA-Du Page, Naperville, IL
Using a 50/50 balance of program management, this workshop demonstrates how to develop, support and assess students� authentic learning, including ESOL. We will also discuss the support, recruitment, and evaluation of the performance of tutors, trainers, staff and advisory boards. Target audience: BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Using EFF for Assessment and Accountability Peggy McGuire - EFF Assessment Coordinator, Philadelphia, PA Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Caroline Beverstock - LVA National Board, and Program Director, Project Read - San Mateo Public Library, San Mateo, CA Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
Participants will hear about the work being done to create an EFF assessment and reporting framework that documents skill development in ways that are useful for both learning and accountability. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Program Management
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC 101): 50/50 Management System: Maintaining the Balance Jan Cuddahee - Associate Executive Director, LVA NYS, Buffalo, NY
Participants will learn: A way to reach program objectives through a balanced use of resources; A system for checking progress toward the meeting of goals; A clear, uncomplicated concept for bringing tutors and learners into a program and keeping them there; A fool-proof system for �packaging� requests for funding; and A way to assess a program�s organizational stage and apply 50/50 principles to decisions about growth and development. --- Prerequisite: Read Maintaining the Balance: A Guide to 50/50 Management by Anne DuPrey. (Provided in advance by LVA) -- Meets in 2 sessions: Wed, 9 am to 4 pm; Fri, 9 am to 4 pm Target audience: New Program Managers (PM), BM	11/10/99 9:00 AM 12 hours
Can We Get There From Here? Getting Ready for Accreditation. Anne DuPrey - Executive Director, LVA-Nassau County, Hempstead, NY
How do we prepare for Accreditation? Learn how to develop written policies to meet Accreditation Standards. Practice developing the policies your program will need to be ready for Accreditation. Discover new ideas that will help your program deal with such tough issues as recertification of tutors and trainers. Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Career Passports: A Credentialling Process Integrating Work and Training
Career Passports; A Credentialling Process Integrating Work and Training Dorothy Sorlie - Instructor, Chippewa Valley Technical College, Eau Claire, WI Joanne Tews - Unit Manager, Employment and Economic Resource, Eau Claire County Department of Human Services, Eau Claire, WI Betty Reinke - Director of Programs and Services, Career Development Center, Eau Claire, WI
Participants will learn about the Career Passport Program. It was created and implemented in Wisconsin's welfare reform environment through the successful collaboration of four agencies in the Chippewa Valley region of west-central Wisconsin. Discover how this credentialling process provides the individual with guaranteed documentation of workplace skills. Target audience: GA, Student Friendly	11/12/99 3:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
Discover the Characteristics of Successful Literacy Programs Carol Gabler - Executive Director, LVA Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI Lucy Haagen - Executive Director, Durham Literacy Council, Durham, NC Nancy Scott - Loaned Executive, Xerox Corporation, Board Member LVA Durham County, Durham, NC
Participants will learn about a study conducted by the national partnership What Works Literacy Partners. Discover how to use these common characteristics of a successful literacy program to build on your program�s strengths. Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS	11/11/99 10:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Introduction to LVA�s Principles for Effective Training Donna Gibson - Training Consultant, LVA-NYS, Troy, NY
Examine LVA�s Principles for Effective Training to assist volunteers and staff in providing consistent, effective training in their affiliates. Target audience: TR	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Italian Scream Therapy for Program Managers Evelyn Renner - Evelyn Renner & Associates, Anaheim, CA
Program Managers are in a Catch 22! They must be able to deal with a broad range of weird things and still be sure the program operates smoothly. This is a great workshop for new and experienced staff and managers! Bring your great ideas, and your frustration and confusion about keeping on top of things in a changing program. We'll sort it out, mix it with some great new ideas and a sense of humor. Target audience: BM, PM, PS	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Managing Change through EFF Lisa Levinson - EFF Networking Coordinator, Center for Adult Learning & Literacy, Whitefield, ME Taylor Willingham - Program Director, The Reading Program, Milpitas, CA Emily Littleton - Instructor, Knox County Adult Literacy Program, TN Sondra Stein - National Director, Equipped for the Future, National Institute for Literacy, Washington, DC
A panel representing three EFF pilot programs will discuss their use of EFF to guide their programs through change. Hear about the multiple levels - classroom, program, and system - that are affected when EFF is implemented. Target audience: TU, BM, M, TR, PS, PM	11/12/99 3:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Once We Get Them Here, How Do We Keep Them? Jacqueline Peterson - Executive Director, LVA-Du Page, Naperville, IL
Using a 50/50 balance of program management, this workshop demonstrates how to develop, support and assess students� authentic learning, including ESOL. We will also discuss the support, recruitment, and evaluation of the performance of tutors, trainers, staff and advisory boards. Target audience: BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Record Keeping, Reporting and Financial Management for Nonprofits Lori Cleaves - Certified Public Accountant, Seattle, WA
Nonprofits never have the financial resources they need to do what must be done. Learn the basics of record keeping and reporting to effectively manage your organization�s financial resources. Target audience: PM, BM, PS, GA	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Program Quality Standards
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Can We Get There From Here? Getting Ready for Accreditation. Anne DuPrey - Executive Director, LVA-Nassau County, Hempstead, NY
How do we prepare for Accreditation? Learn how to develop written policies to meet Accreditation Standards. Practice developing the policies your program will need to be ready for Accreditation. Discover new ideas that will help your program deal with such tough issues as recertification of tutors and trainers. Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Documenting Learner Progress for Program Improvement and Accountability Karen Mundie - Program Director, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA Michelle Joyce - Reading Specialist, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council, Pittsburgh, PA
Learn how data provided by systematic documentation of student progress informs program improvement initiatives and demonstrates to students, tutors and funders that literacy programs are successful. Target audience: M, PS	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Introduction to LVA�s Principles for Effective Training Donna Gibson - Training Consultant, LVA-NYS, Troy, NY
Examine LVA�s Principles for Effective Training to assist volunteers and staff in providing consistent, effective training in their affiliates. Target audience: TR	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Orchestrating a Learner Assessment System That�s Music to your Program�s Ears! Pamela Rausch - President/Trainer, LVA Pulaski County, IN
This workshop will: Demonstrate how to create a step-by-step student intake/assessment system Review intake and assessment instruments and resources Address accreditation standards Q16, Q13, Q17, Q18 and S11 Target audience: PS, M, TR, BM	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Public Policy for Nonprofits
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Public Policy 101 - How to Get Active Kevin Smith - Executive Director, LVA NYS, Buffalo, NY Jon Randall - Director of Government Relations, LVA National, Silver Springs, MD
For most people, lobbying is right up there with public speaking as something they hate to do! Let�s all lie down and talk about our fears - cause you know you should be advocating for your program! Target audience: BM, M, PS, GA	11/11/99 10:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Public Policy for Nonprofits Sandy Duncan - President, Associated Consulting Services, Austin, TX
Everyday, legislators and other public officials make policy that will affect your nonprofit organization, often without a clue as to the impact of their decisions. This useful and informative workshop, presented by an eight-term legislative veteran, will give you the basics on how you can have effective impact on public policy. Come learn why public policy is everyone�s business. Target audience: BM, PM, PS.	11/11/99 10:30 AM 1 1/2 hours
Recruiting Volunteer Management Assistance
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
(PC112) Fresh Approaches in Changing Times: Maintaining a Quality Volunteer Corps Susan Ellis - President, Energize, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
The first challenge is attracting the best volunteers. The second is maintaining their motivation and commitment. This session will explore fresh techniques that assure top- notch achievement, including such topics as: virtual volunteering; corporate involvement; team management; new volunteer needs; evaluation systems; and the importance of fun! Target audience: BM, M, TR, PS	11/10/99 9:00 AM 6 hours
Strategic Planning
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Strategic Planning - An Overview of the Basics Rosalinde R. Mecca - Program Director, LVA-NYS, Buffalo, NY
Strategic Planning can be simple, yet effective and powerful! We will demystify the strategic planning process by looking at why it should be done, who should do it, and how it should be done. We will discuss what strategic planning is and how the process can energize and benefit your organization. Target audience: BM, M	11/12/99 8:15 AM 3 hours
Tutors Lose Patience - What to Do
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Italian Scream Therapy for Program Managers Evelyn Renner - Evelyn Renner & Associates, Anaheim, CA
Program Managers are in a Catch 22! They must be able to deal with a broad range of weird things and still be sure the program operates smoothly. This is a great workshop for new and experienced staff and managers! Bring your great ideas, and your frustration and confusion about keeping on top of things in a changing program. We'll sort it out, mix it with some great new ideas and a sense of humor. Target audience: BM, PM, PS	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Workforce Issues
Workshop Title	Date, Time, Length
Career Passports; A Credentialling Process Integrating Work and Training Dorothy Sorlie - Instructor, Chippewa Valley Technical College, Eau Claire, WI Joanne Tews - Unit Manager, Employment and Economic Resource, Eau Claire County Department of Human Services, Eau Claire, WI Betty Reinke - Director of Programs and Services, Career Development Center, Eau Claire, WI
Participants will learn about the Career Passport Program. It was created and implemented in Wisconsin's welfare reform environment through the successful collaboration of four agencies in the Chippewa Valley region of west-central Wisconsin. Discover how this credentialling process provides the individual with guaranteed documentation of workplace skills. Target audience: GA, Student Friendly	11/12/99 3:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
The Four A's of Family Literacy under the Workforce Investment Act and Changes Under Welfare Reform Linda Stewart - Secretary, Department of Workforce Development, Madison, WI Ronald Pugsley - Director, Division of Adult Education and Literacy, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Washington, DC
Learn about the role of basic skills education in the success of the Wisconsin Works (w2) program. Discover the needs identified by employers and participants, the range of allowable education activities, and the successful models which meet the needs of participants and employers. Hear about new education programs and opportunities for job retention and upward mobility. Target audience: GA, PM, TR, PS	11/11/99 10:30 PM 1 1/2 hours
Taking ESOL from Pictures to Computers Heide Spruck Wrigley - Senior Research Associate, Aguirre International, San Mateo, CA Jim Powrie - Director of Development, Aguirre International, San Mateo, CA
This workshop demonstrates effective ways of linking learners with low-end and high-end technologies, such as evocative pictures, video, tapes, Email and Internet projects to increase communication and literacy skills. Examples will be linked to principles of engaged learning and other frameworks. Target audience: TU, STU, M, TR, Student Friendly	11/11/99 2:00 PM 3 hours
Weaving Together Work Skills and Basic Skills Mary Ziegler - Director, Center for Literacy Studies, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN Margaret Lindop - Research Associate, Center for Literacy Studies, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
This workshop will discuss how Tennessee instructors changed their practice to help welfare recipients gain job-readiness skills by weaving together work-related skills and basic skills. Target audience: TU	11/11/99 10:30 AM 1 1/2 hours

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