EAU CLAIRE HOURS:
Monday - Thursday: 8 am to 12 pm
Literacy Changes Everything
The 22st annual ScrabbleBee is coming to The Brewing Projekt in Eau Claire on May 2, 2024, and we are looking for sponsors, players and volunteers!
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Talk to your company about chipping in to help support literacy education in the Chippewa Valley. Everything helps, but there are additional benefits to sponsoring at the tile level and up- including free team registrations, brand recognition during the event, and inclusion in the ScrabbleBee marketing campaign leading up to May 2nd.
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Registration is $35 for an individual, or $200 for a full team of 6 players.
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Sign-in begins at 5:00pm, games begin at 6:00pm
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We look forward to seeing you at the event, and appreciate your continued support!
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What is ScrabbleBee?
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ScrabbleBee is our annual fundraising event where our guests play Scrabble. There are two ways our participants can play:
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Hare version
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Tortoise version
Here’s how it works: “Hare” teams work with each other – and against the clock – to build as many high-scoring words on the Scrabble® board as possible. Three games are played throughout the evening, and the team with the highest total score for all three games is the winner.
In addition to the fast-paced play, there is also a “Tortoise” division that plays traditional Scrabble®. Other activities include a silent auction, raffles, prizes, and food.
Tutoring Opportunities
Think you want to be a tutor? Our volunteers come from all walks of life, have different interests, and vary in age. Your patience and a couple hours each week can lead to a rewarding volunteer experience!
Before you get started you need to take our Tutor Training. Our training offers a foundation of skills and insights for working with your adult student. Training is offered in two formats so you can pick the one that best suits your learning style and schedule.
Tutors receive on-going support from our highly trained staff. Support comes in the form of newsletters, in-services and training, assistance with lesson plan development, and on-going learner assessment.
Tutors are available for any and all programs we offer free of charge.
Requirements For Becoming a Tutor
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Volunteer tutors are required to have a high school diploma (or its equivalent);
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A desire to help another individual meet his/her literacy goals;
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Pass a background check;
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Complete the required tutor training sessions;
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Volunteer 2 hours each week in one of our programs; and
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Commit to approximately one year of service.
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Some of our programs need a classroom assistant. As an assistant, you will complete an online mini-course and watch a learning disabilities video before placement. Then you will help students under the direction of staff.
If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer Tutor or assistant, email us at info@literacycv.org.
What Our Tutors Are Saying...
"Volunteering is the highlight of my week.”
- Steve Isaakson, Tutor
“I’ve found great joy and satisfaction in watching my students gain confidence in their abilities to learn and advance toward their dreams.”
- Linda Aaseng, Tutor
“I have a better appreciation now of people who have learning disabilities.”
- John Grump, Tutor
“I see this as an opportunity to give back.”
- Jim McConnell, Tutor
