Literacy Pittsburgh Student Newsletter
November Digital Skills Calendars
Digital Skills Open Lab will now be offered at Literacy Pittsburgh's Downtown Center on Mondays from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and Thursdays from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. During Open Lab, you can get one-on-one help with any basic computer skill. Open Lab is also offered at PA CareerLink - Downtown, Duquesne EARN, Wilkinsburg EARN, and PA CareerLink - Beaver.
November is highlighting the basics. We are offering Computer and Internet Basics at several locations!
- We have a new partnership with CCAC Homewood-Brushton where we will offer both Computer Basics and Internet Basics.
- Internet Basics will be offered at the Human Services Center Mon Valley in Turtle Creek.
- Internet Basics will be offered at Literacy Pittsburgh's Downtown Center.
New Workshops:
- iPhone for Beginners (virtual)
- Social Media and News (in-person at CareerLink - Downtown)
Current class calendars are on our website and students can sign up for a workshop directly from the site.
Student Services Spotlight:
Need a Library Card?
If you need a library card, Literacy Pittsburgh service coordinators will be doing on-the-spot applications for library cards at the Downtown Center on Monday, November 6 and Tuesday, November 7 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Please stop by these office hours if you need help applying for a library card.
Student & Career Services Updates
Upcoming Workshops and Events
Career Workshops for Waiting List Students
📍 Wednesdays at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online on Zoom
This is a series of 3 workshops available to all students – even before you start classes. These workshops are designed to get you started thinking about your goals and to ease you into learning with us. This month's offerings are:
- Wednesday, November 1 at 1:00 pm: Career Exploration (Interest Surveys)
- Wednesday, November 8 at 1:00 pm: Resume Basics
- Wednesday, November 15 at 1:00 pm: What is Career Services?
Classes are open to all Literacy Pittsburgh students but those on the waiting list will receive priority. Register here.
Need a job? Talk to Meghan from PA CareerLink!
📍 Once a month (Email Callie for the next date)
Literacy Pittsburgh Downtown Center
PA CareerLink is an organization dedicated to helping Pennsylvanians get jobs and build job skills. The PA CareerLink representative can meet with students one-on-one to evaluate your job goals, connect you with resources, review your resume, and give advice. Want to schedule a meeting? Questions? Email Callie at cangelo@literacypittsburgh.org.
Cover Letter Workshop
📍Friday, November 17, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Online on Zoom
Applying to jobs? Looking for a way to improve your chances of getting an interview? Cover letters can be an important part of your presentation when submitting an application to an employer. Join Margaret Lizzi from the JFCS Career Development Center to learn more about how you can use a cover letter and e-Note to stand out. Interested? Register here. Questions? Email Callie at cangelo@literacypittsburgh.org
Interview Skills Workshop
📍Wednesday, November 8, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Online on Zoom
Where does confidence begin? Can we really “lose” our self-confidence? How do we practice confidence? Join Liz Mims from Dress For Success to learn about confidence in your job search and interviews! Interested? Register here. Questions? Email Callie at cangelo@literacypittsburgh.org
The Red Dress at The Frick Museum
Open now and free to all
A collaborative art project, The Red Dress tells the story of many women from around the world through embroidery. The dress has toured the globe since 2009. It features contributions from 380 artists from 51 countries. It has become a symbol of unity and self-expression.
Student Success Stories
Congratulations to the following students!
Congratulations to Paul! He recently passed his last GED test and is now a graduate. He attended an information session about Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) and is now contemplating starting there and continuing on to a degree in horticulture. Best of luck!
Dalila came to the U.S. last October from Algeria. Dalila and her husband knew that U.S. offered greater job opportunities, so they made the difficult decision to leave their homeland. Dalila began learning English at Literacy Pittsburgh in July. She and her 5-year-old Haroun attend classes in our family literacy program. Leaving her homeland behind was not easy, but Dalila is grateful for the support she received in Pittsburgh.
Aunel Kimbembe-Makaya is a student in Teacher Amanda's academic English class. He is a documentary filmmaker from Congo. Recently, his documentary film project "Letter to Maya" was selected for the Heinz Creative Award 2023. Congratulations, Aunel!
Samuel graduated Tuesday, September 26, and by Wednesday, he had already sent in his application to Robert Morris University! He is hoping to start attending by January 2024 and is looking forward to a career in the healthcare field. Good luck, Samuel!
Share your success story with us! You can help inspire others who are overcoming barriers and working toward their goals. Email it to Najlaa at nebrahim@literacypittsburgh.org
“Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle."
— Christian D. Larson
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.”
— Nelson Mandela
