Believing That You Can
husband. He doesn't know any English at all. He never
went to school and cannot read or write. From the
confidence I got by coming to school, I took the job of
being his teacher. When he doesn't go to work, he always
says to me, "I want you to go to school instead of staying
home because you are the leader of our family, and helping
me and our children." Even though I knew some English, I
wanted to develop my English even more. That is why
when I heard that they were going to offer English classes; I
couldn't wait to attend. I knew by learning more I could
help my children with their homework and become a
successful parent. I am very happy that I am taking classes
because many people have told me that I have improved my
English. Now, I can translate Spanish to English for people
that need help in translating. It also helps me to write better
and I know how to fix my own mistakes.
Additionally, I can continue my love of learning. Ever
since I was a little girl I have always liked learning in
school. But, unfortunately, I never got the chance to
graduate from high school or go to college because of health
and financial reasons. I love my teacher very much because
to me she's like my friend and a member of my family. I
hope God gives her a long life to help me and help all of my
friends in the classroom. I know when this year ends
everybody will speak the best English that they never
dreamed they could!
In conclusion, I feel successful because I now have the
chance to use everything that I am leaning at school. Going
to school is the best thing ever, because I learn something
new every day. Also, the classes offered at the Family
Literacy Academy are free. Now I have the chance to have
a better future for my family and me.
Erlinda Flores is a wife and mother of three children. She attends S. B.
Idea’s Family Literacy Academy at Greenacres Elementary. Her teacher
is Julia Clark
My Experience at the Family Service Center
It began six years ago when I decided to go back after
several years out of school. The reason is: one needs an