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Belk Fall Charity Sale 2020
 
The Belk Charity Sale is back for 2020! This is a fun opportunity to support the Learning Resource Center AND receive exclusive discounts on Belk’s top designer brands. The Sale will take place on Friday, October 9-Sunday, October 11 in store at any Belk location and online at Belk.com. Participants will now receive $10 off with their $5 Belk Charity ticket purchase from LRC.
 

5 reasons to participate in the Belk Charity Sale with LRC:


1. Even more savings this year with your ticket! You’ll now receive $10 off your Belk purchase + an additional 20-60% discount and can stack these savings with coupons.
2. It’s easier than ever. Purchase tickets online, then use them online at Belk.com or at any Belk location in the nation during Oct. 9-11.
3. $5 ticket proceeds go directly to LRC and help support local students.
4. This is a fun way to give back — an opportunity to give AND save while you shop. It’s a win-win!
5. The charity with the most online ticket sales will receive a $5,000 donation from Belk, which would extend the impact of your $5 further in benefitting LRC students in need of academic assistance!
 
To participate, please click “LRC Belk Charity Tickets”. From there, a webpage will open. Select Florida, Lakeland, and Learning Resource Center in the three drop-down menus. Then, click “Continue to Payment” and proceed with your payment information. Your ticket will immediately be emailed to you. This is what you’ll use online or in person to shop and save big on top brands!
 
Remember, anyone can purchase a ticket from LRC to use online or at their nearest Belk store. Because of this, we aren’t limited to just spreading the word locally, but to our friends and family nationally!
 
 

We need your help one more time to be names Central Florida’s Best!

We’re in the final stretch of The Ledger’s 2020 Best of Central Florida contest and asking you to continue voting the Learning Resource Center as Polk’s Best Learning Center/Tutor daily through Sunday, September 20!
 
Vote LRC Best Learning Center
 
With your help, LRC won the 2017 title and was named runner-up in 2018 and 2019. Will 2020 be our year to reclaim our title?
 

To vote, please CLICK HERE.

Then, scroll to find the “Learning Center/Tutor” category, which is where you’ll find us listed. 
 
We are grateful for your many votes leading us closer to the “2020 Best of Central Florida” title, which helps make us more visible to others in the community and further our effort to assist more students in academic need.
 
Want to go a step beyond? Please spread the news by telling others, forwarding this email, sharing on Facebook, tweeting on Twitter and posting on your other social networks.
 
 

via The Ledger by Kimberly C. Moore:
 

 
via Polk County Library Cooperative

  • Books by Mail
  • – Even with our libraries closed, library materials are still available for request and delivery to your home through Books by Mail (BMail). All you need is a library card to access and order your titles (books, magazines, audio books and movies) through our online catalog. Note: Be sure to select “BMail” as your pick-up location.

 
Digital Library – download and stream eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music and television with your library card using the following digital media platforms:

 
Educational Resources
Find additional activities and resources that we’re updating regularly (and share your own) on our Facebook page, LRCPolk.
 
Lakeland Mom also has a great list of local resources and activities.
 
 

“Our number one job is to keep YOU safe” is the forever mantra of all Learning Resource Center programs and personnel. As we vigilantly monitor each day’s events due to COVID-19, the LRC staff would like to share an update on LRC services and to affirm our commitment to you. Containment measures for Coronavirus have halted and suspended 90 percent of the LRC academic programs. Due to the closure of schools and many public locations, we are researching initiatives to continue serving our students. One option is for tutors to provide services through virtual tutoring using Google Hangout, Skype, Facetime or Zoom to accommodate their students. If you are an LRC tutor and would like additional information about these tools or have questions, please contact LRC. We realize that every situation is unique and this may not suit all families.
 
LRC Staff will remain working on a day-to-day basis, but the LRC Office will be closed to the public at the current time.
 
Preparations and work for Summer 2020 programs continue and will be extremely important for both students and the organization.
 
Please contact us (863-688-9477) with whatever concerns or questions with which LRC might assist.
 
For LRC updates, please check back here or follow us on social media, Facebook & Twitter, for more timely messages.
 

The Learning Resource Center of Polk County (LRC) hosted the annual For the Love of Learning benefit on Saturday, February 15 at the Lakeland home of Kurt and Kimberly Elmhorst, raising funds for LRC students and programs. The evening, presented by Publix Super Markets Charities, featured a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres by Terrie Lobb Catering, entertainment, and libations. LRC student, Anthony Tran, and LRC tutor Diane Oropeza shared their academic success story, while Board President Michael Carter and LRC Executive Director Dr. Pam Craven presented the 2020 Honorary Award to Joyce Barclay, LRC Past President and longtime advocate.
 

 
To view all of the photos from the evening, please visit LRC on Facebook.
 
 


 
The Learning Resource Center (LRC) will host its annual For the Love…of Learning benefit to aid Polk County students on Saturday, February 15, 2020 from 7-10 p.m. at the Lakeland home of Kurt and Kimberly Elmhorst.
 
This evening, presented by Publix Super Markets Charities, is aimed at raising program aid and LRC scholarship funds for deserving students and will feature hors d’oeuvres by Terrie Lobb Catering, entertainment, libations, and a world-class silent auction.
 
Attendees will find an eclectic mix of auction items available for bids as well as activities that include dining and drinking experiences, entertainment options, sport outings, shopping sprees, and more.
 
The 45-year academic nonprofit will recognize Joyce Barclay as the 2020 Honoree. Honorees are supporters who have assisted in expanding and extending the LRC mission of helping students maximize their learning potential.
 
In addition to leading sponsor Publix Super Markets Charities, CenterState Bank, Bank of Central Florida, GrayRobinson, Payne Air Conditioning & Heating, Drs. Dorsey and Sandy Hightower, Dr. Eileen Wills, Hunt and Mary Berryman, Mark Thompson, The Dean Family Foundation, Prime Meridian Bank, Todd and Suzette Jones, and Citizens Bank & Trust are event sponsors.
 
Those interested in attending may purchase admission at LRCLoveofLearning.com for $80 each or $150 for two. LRC tutors will receive discounted pricing of $50. Other ways to support this cause for education include becoming a sponsor, donating silent auction items, bestowing a scholarship or contributing to the LRC Endowment Fund within the GiveWell Community Foundation.
 

Thanks for your generosity

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Donating, sponsoring, volunteering, sharing, posting, and more…the many ways you’ve supported the Learning Resource Center reflect your selfless nature towards our organization and the students of this community! With your steadfast support, LRC continues to deliver high-quality educational services to children, adults, and families throughout Polk County. We are truly grateful for all that you do. Thank you!
 

Giving Tuesday is December 3

Will you consider hosting a Giving Tuesday Facebook fundraiser for LRC? We are searching for interested individuals. It’s simple to set up and easy to manage. If you are willing, feel free to create your own fundraiser at fb.com/fund/LRCPolk or reach out to us by replying to this newsletter. We’d be thrilled to walk you through the process.
 

Other ways to give

Amazon Smile

Your purchases can make a difference for students when you shop AmazonSmile and select the Learning Resource Center of Polk County, Inc. as your charity. When you holiday shop at smile.amazon.com, Amazon donates.
 

Giving Assistant

Shop online, save money, and give to our cause at the same time. Simply visit ow.ly/BTar30mFF9p, sign up, and choose the Learning Resource Center of Polk Co. to give back through your everyday purchases.
 

2020 Schedule

ACT Prep (grades 9-12)

Jan. 6-Feb. 5, Mon/Wed
 

SAT Prep (grades 9-12)

Feb. 18-Mar. 12, Tues/Thurs
 

Study Habits (grades 6-8)

Feb. 19-Mar. 18, Wed
 

1-to-1 Tutoring

All Ages
Year-round, Polk
 

Holiday Hours & Thanksgiving

The LRC office will be open from 8-4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25 and Tuesday, Nov. 26 but will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 27-Friday, Nov. 29. We’ll resume our regular hours of 7:30-5:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2. We wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday week and blessed Thanksgiving Day!
Happy Thanksgiving Freepik
 
 

SUMMER 2019 RECAP

Camp READY!

– 10 Polk County kindergarten-readiness campsites
– 400+ students total
– Average Learning Gain of 6.2 months in language development
– 91.4% percent of assessed campers demonstrated growth in language development
 
LRC Camp READY
 

Other Summer Programming

– 143 students served in six other LRC summer programs
(PEP Magical Reading, PEP Super Summer Science,
Super Summer Success, Study Habits, ACT Prep, SAT Prep)
 
LRC SAT Prep
 

LRC named a Top 3 Central Florida Learning Center

With three rounds of public nominations and voting over three months, LRC was once again named one of Central Florida’s top learning centers. Thank you to all who voted!
 
Best of the Best
 

LRC’s 2019 Fall Programming



After a productive and rewarding summer, LRC has successfully transitioned to the fall season. With a wrap on our first SAT & ACT Prep courses and a middle school Study Habits course in progress, this semester is shaping up to be a fruitful one. We’re not done yet, though! High school students planning to take the ACT or SAT in December should take advantage of ACT Prep beginning Nov. 4 or SAT Prep starting Nov. 5 to master exam-specific strategies and become test-confident!
 

In progress:

Study Habits of Successful Students (Wed. through 11/13)

 

Ongoing:

One to One tutoring (Year-round, Polk)
 

Upcoming:

ACT Prep 11/4 (Mon. & Wed.)
SAT Prep 11/5 (Tues. & Thurs.)

 

Current Afterschool Programs:

Club Eagle After School at Crystal Lake Elementary, Lakeland
PEP After School at PEP Education Center, Winter Haven

 
As always, we offer one-to-one tutoring throughout Polk County for all grade levels. Your student doesn’t have to struggle. Call us at 863-688-9477 or visit us online to get started.
 

We can help!

 
 

Join us this fall semester for our enrichment courses and one-to-one tutoring service.

 
LRC Programs and Services Polk County
 

SAT Prep

What: The Learning Resource Center’s SAT Preparation course provides an efficient and effective 23-hour course designed to help students achieve their best possible score on the exam. This course provides: Small classes with highly trained teachers; Problem-solving strategies for analyzing and answering SAT; Practice taking SAT tests; Emphasis on test-taking techniques and strategies specific to the SAT that help build confidence and reduce test anxiety.*Cost of course includes the SAT book
Where: Learning Resource Center, 1628 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland
When: Sept. 10-Oct. 3, 2019; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. &

Saturday, Sept. 21, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

The full course will take place on Tuesdays (Math) and Thursdays (Reading) for four weeks as well as one Saturday (Writing).

Cost: $575* for the full course *Ask about our Sliding Fee Scale
Register: SAT Prep Courses or call 863-688-9477 during office hours
 

ACT Prep

What: Learning Resource Center’s ACT Preparation course provides an efficient and effective 23-hour course designed to help students achieve their best possible score on the ACT. This course provides: small classes with highly trained teachers, problem-solving strategies for analyzing and answering ACT questions, practice taking ACT exams, emphasis on test-taking techniques and strategies specific to the ACT that help build confidence and reduce test anxiety. *Cost of course includes the SAT book
Where: Learning Resource Center, 1628 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland
When: Sept. 23-Oct. 21, 2019; Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. &

Saturday, Oct. 5, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

The full course will take place on Mondays (Math/Science) and Wednesdays (English/Reading) for four weeks as well as one Saturday (Writing).

Cost: $575* for the full course *Ask about our Sliding Fee Scale
Register: ACT Prep Courses or call 863-688-9477 during office hours
 

Study Habits

What: The Learning Resource Center’s Study Habits of Successful Students provides study skills and motivational strategies to prepare students in grades 6-8 to become more effective learners. Students learn and practice time-tested, effective, and efficient study strategies. The course is designed to offer small classes with activity-oriented lessons to help students learn and practice these study habits of successful students.
Where: Learning Resource Center, 1628 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland
When: Oct. 16-Nov. 13, 2019; Mondays, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
Cost: $155* *Ask about our Sliding Fee Scale
Register: Study Habits Courses or call 863-688-9477 during office hours
 

One-to-One Tutoring

What: LRC’s One-to-One Tutoring Services include:

  • One-to-One instruction with a highly-qualified teacher
  • Multi-Sensory learning strategies geared toward individual learning styles
  • Improvement of student’s academic achievement
  • Enhancement of student’s self-esteem to improve school success
  • Flexible schedules and locations
  • Wide variety of subjects & exams

Where: Throughout Polk County
When: Year-round
Cost: Based on the number of hours & gross family income
Register: 1-to-1 Tutoring or call 863-688-9477 during office hours