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Message from Sr. Cecilia:
Welcome to the web site of One to One Learning. We are happy to be able to communicate with you. We have a lot to share as you read through our Mission Statement and Our Story. In essence, however, you might say that our basic mission is “Language empowers; language unites”. Learning English has changed the lives of our participants. Learning English and teaching English has been a uniting force—it has built bridges of understanding and bonds of friendship.
February 2010 marked our 13th year of operation for One to One Learning. Our home for the first eleven years was at St. John the Baptist Church in Piermont. We are truly grateful for our time spent there.
However, in September 2008 we were welcomed to the grounds of Marydell Faith and Life Center by the Congregation of Our Lady of Christian Doctrine. Our classes are now held in several different buildings and this provides a better atmosphere for learning. The children's program is in a separate building where they receive homework assistance, read, play games, do crafts, and have a snack . The computer lab is in one of the buildings, available to teachers for use with their students. We have 250 students on register with 50 volunteer teachers.
As we move into the future we hope that you will be one of our teachers, students, or supporters. As you go to links on Share in this Ministry and Class Information, you will see how you might become a part of our One to One banner, Hands of Hope.
There are many people to thank for what has been accomplished in these last twelve years. There is a Brazilian proverb that says, “If I dream, it is a dream. But if we dream together it is a reality. Our mission has been lived out and will continue on into the future. Language has empowered our students and language has united us in bonds of friendship.
Sr. Cecilia LaPietra,
Executive Director
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Program and Services:
This Outreach Program services Rockland County Latino, Mexican, Haitian, and other immigrants in many ways including:
♥ English classes--beginner, intermediate, advanced
♥ High school equivalency preparation (GED)
♥ Reading and writing for students who are pre-literate in their own language
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Computer classes
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Citizenship education
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Advocacy and immigration counseling
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Transportation to classes
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Children’s program that includes reading readiness activities and homework assistance
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Cultural events highlighting the ethnicity of students and teachers
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Job placement
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Linkage to social services
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Information on housing and fair housing practices
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Emergency food and clothing
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