Back to Basics

Learning Resources | For Parents | Adult Literacy

This program targets elementary school-aged children 7 - 12 years old who are reading below grade level and want to improve their reading and writing skills.

How to Apply:
Eligibility is based upon residency, teacher recommendation and assessment results. Applications are available in the Children's Department or you may download an application.

For information about the Back to Basics program, please call or email Project Coordinator, Allen Callaci - 909-477-2720, ext 5072.

When and Where:
Paul A. Biane Library at Victoria Gardens:

• Mondays and Wednesdays
  • 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
  • 5 - 6 p.m.
  • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
• Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
  • 5 - 6 p.m.
  • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

• Mondays and Wednesdays
  • 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
  • 5 - 6 p.m.
  • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Volunteer to be a Tutor:
Do you enjoy being with kids? There is an on-going need for dedicated individuals to participate in this program. If you are over the age of 16 and have 3 hours to donate each week, please consider volunteering. Training is provided. Just fill out a volunteer application and submit it at the circulation desk at the library. Check back for dates on the next training session, to be held in the Fall. Call 477-2720 ext. 5072 for details if you would like to get involved.

History:
The Back to Basics program began in 1998 after the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library's Telethon raised $52,000 to provide a learning center for school-aged students. In October the State Library awarded a $50,000 matching grant to begin the tutoring program.

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