The Ontario Literacy Coalition (OLC) is pleased to announce that Ruth Faulkner of the Midland Area Reading Council received the 2009 Frances Lever Memorial Award at the OLC’s Annual General Meeting on Friday, October 2.
2009 FLMA Winner - Ruth Faulkner
Ruth was nominated by Janice Haffey and Sue Bannon from the Council who wrote that Ruth has volunteered over 8,000 hours with the Midland Area Reading Council since she joined the organization in April 1996. She almost always tutors two students at a time and is conscientious about her students learning plans, goal setting and outcomes. They adore her for her patience, honesty and sense of humour. She is a forward thinker and the program coordinator relies on her expertise and support.
Ruth’s strength and belief in the students and the program have never diminished even in hard times. In addition to all the hours she contributes as a tutor, she has been a board member for many years and has held most of the key board positions.
A quote from Ruth’s nomination:
“Ruth Faulkner exemplifies the true spirit of the Frances Lever Memorial Award in each and every thing she has done for the Midland Area Reading Council. She has asked for nothing in return. She gives freely of her time and effort and is truly deserving of the award. We are blessed to have such an amazing individual in our area.”
The award comes with a cheque for $1,000 which Ruth was able to designate to the organization of her choice. Of course she chose the Midland Area Reading Council. Congratulations Ruth!
For more information about the Frances Lever Memorial Award, visit, www.on.literacy.ca/whoweare/bod/agm/franceslever.
