Family Literacy Program Beatriz Otero Chief Executive Officer Eda Garcia Family Literacy Director July 11, 2006
The Early Years • In 1986, CentroNía opened its doors in a local church with 15 children. • Our initial years focused on Early Childhood Education and After-School programs.
CentroNĂa and the DC Bilingual Public Charter School
An educational space that grows with children and families
ďƒ˜ Face to the community
CentroNĂa Mission
Educating children and youth and strengthening families, in a bilingual, multicultural community.
Design Elements
Using color & shapes Bringing light into the space Incorporating transition spaces
Versatile space that grows with children and families
CentroNia’s Four Integrated Service Delivery Areas 1. The Learning Center 2. The Professional Development Academy 3. The DC Bilingual Charter School & the Serves component
4. Family/Community Development – Family Literacy Program – Family Institute – SPARK
CentroNía’s Core Beliefs • Social Justice • Economic Well-Being • Family Stability • Life-long Learning
Family Literacy Program
Family Literacy Tutoring Program
Amy Post
Family Book Clubs
Literacy Conference Nov 2006
Student Run Book Store
Adult Programs Coming Soon to the Family Literacy Program
• English as Second Language • Spanish Literacy
Today our mission remains the same Educating children and youth and strengthening families in a bilingual, multicultural community
Broadening Our Reach
• Engaging over 300 children and their families • Extending programs into 13 district schools • Seeking to provide the model for district schools to become centers of community