Community Literacy Council

CLC is now enrolled in the Kroger Community Rewards Program! This means the CLC can receive 2%–5% of eligible purchases made by participants — at no extra cost to you.

Enrollment is quick and easy — it took me about 2 minutes to complete online.

If you do not already have a Kroger Rewards card, you will need to create one first, which can also be done on the website.

To enroll in Community Rewards:

1. Sign in to your Kroger account.
2. Click on “My Account” in the upper-right corner (where your profile picture is located).
3. On the left-hand menu, scroll down and select “Community Rewards.”
4. Search for Plymouth-Canton Community Literacy Council or enter organization code LG173.
5. Select CLC and click Enroll.

Every purchase you make can help support our learners and programs. Thank you for considering this simple way to give back!

Did you know that over the past 12 months the Plymouth-Canton Community Literacy Council has helped over 400 adults with their English language skills? You can help support our mission by eating! That’s right. This week Buddy’s Pizza in Plymouth is donating 20% of their proceeds to literacy. When you order online use the code: Giveback. When you dine-in tell them that you are “Dining for literacy”. You will be giving the gift of literacy and helping keep people's dreams alive ❤️🍕

Dine for Literacy at Buddy’s Pizza! 🍕

On Wednesday, May 20th, Buddy’s Pizza (15075 Beck Rd.) is generously donating 20% of all Dine-In, Takeout, Delivery, and Pickup orders to support the Plymouth-Canton Community Literacy Council!

Join us for a delicious meal while supporting literacy in our community. ❤️

* Ordering online? Use code: GIVEBACK
* Dining in? Tell your server you are “Dining for Literacy”

Please share with friends, family, learners, and neighbors — let’s make this fundraiser a great success!

We’re excited to recognize Juliana Atsumi and Liz Orbits as our Tutors of the Year!

From launching our ESL Conversation Group at Belleville District Library to supporting the JumpStart program each summer, Liz consistently goes above and beyond for learners in our community. She also helped secure a Plymouth Rotary grant that strengthened our Burlington English program—creating even more opportunities for adult learners.

We’re so grateful for her leadership and commitment!

Juliana has stepped into the important role of Tutor Trainer, helping guide and support new volunteers. She also contributes her time each quarter to our CLC newsletter.

Fun fact: Juliana was once an English language learner herself—and now she’s giving back as a tutor. Her journey is a powerful reminder of what’s possible, and we’re so grateful for her leadership and heart for others!

March 2 is Read Across America Day, a day to celebrate our favorite activity. The day was established by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1998 to help get kids excited about reading. The day occurs each year on the birthday of beloved children’s book author Dr. Seuss, so a perfect way to celebrate is to don a Seussian hat and read one his famous tales. On National Read Across America Day, students, teachers, parents, and community members around the nation come together to read books and celebrate the joy of reading — join us!

Wishing a peaceful and blessed Ramadan to everyone celebrating. May this month bring you happiness, health, and hope.

Happy Lunar New Year to everyone celebrating! May the year of the horse bring you joy, good health, and prosperity.

Wishing peace and reflection to all in our community who observe Lent. May this season bring renewal, growth, and continued commitment to learning. This Lenten season I plan to replace screen time with more reading and meditation - after the Olympics, of course. What do you plan to give up?