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Criteria for Participation in the
Certified Literate Community Program
CRITERION ONE
An existing or newly created organized
community group has established appropriate plans and objectives dedicated
to the accomplishment of the mission and goals of the Certified Literate
Community Program, as evidenced by written documents.
CRITERION TWO
A multi-culturally diverse representation
of all major sectors of the community is actively involved in the
Certified Literate Community Program organization. The active
participation of adult students should be sought.
CRITERION THREE
Boundaries of the community for the
purpose of this program have been specified.
CRITERION FOUR
Census data have been consulted to
determine the estimated number of adults targeted for participation in
this program. A needs analysis has been conducted to project their
literacy needs resulting in the formulation of a recruiting plan.
CRITERION FIVE
Appropriate goals and plans for achieving
them have been established so that the community can attain literate
status within ten years.
CRITERION SIX
A method has been formulated for the
tabulation and evaluation of progress toward the program's goals.
CRITERION SEVEN
The Certified Literate Community Program
concept and its goals have received the written endorsement of all
governing bodies, Boards of Education, Chambers of Commerce, or equivalent
entities.
CRITERION EIGHT
A budget plan for three years has been
developed. Sufficient funds and other resources have been committed to
accommodate the program for the first year, including the support of a
full- or half-time community program administrator.
Adopted by Georgia Council on Adult Literacy May 19, 1993