As Alta prepares for annual student registration on September 8 and 9 at libraries across Trinidad, we revisit the message of our anti-stigma campaign: No shame. Go brave. You can read by sharing writing from students who benefited from the Alta programme this past year.
This week, three students write about the impact Alta volunteers and sponsors had on their experience in Alta.
Pamela, Alta Level 3 graduate
International School, Westmoorings
Just to know someone else is interested in my education makes me feel appreciated and to excel in my progress of becoming a better person. As I progressed in active studying, organising and receiving the lesson helped me to understand better because I followed the rule of learning strategy and applied it, my vocabulary did increase tremendously.
Alta is not only about developing skills in reading but your personality is very important. Sponsors, you need to continue sponsoring Alta classes, give others the opportunity I was given, you are our stepping stone from “I don’t think I can” to “I will pursue with confidence and determination.” I am happy that I can improve my ability of securing a positive attitude in society by building a foundation of self-worth.
Going beyond the call, the teachers are more than teachers to me, they are my friends. In going through the different topics, everyone is given the opportunity to voice his or her opinion and contribute in some way.
Alta also helped me to reveal my true potential and hidden talents. Your sponsorship is not in vain.
Sponsors, you have opened an account into the bank of education for me, so that I can deposit into it all my learning that in the future, I will be able to achieve higher returns, in investing in my studies.
Sponsors, be informed that your contributions to Alta has done tremendous change in the lives of my family.
Derick, Alta Level 1
Belmont
Alta creates real opportunities for us to learn. For me, Alta helps improve my reading and helps further my knowledge.
Just knowing that someone else is interested in my education makes me feel proud and good about me in school.
More info
Have you considered becoming a volunteer or are you interested in joining an Alta class? New student registration starts September 8 & 9.
Call 624-2582/653-4656 for more info. Volunteer, Donate, Sponsor a student. Like us on Facebook or check out to our YouTube Channel: Adult Literacy Tutors Association
