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Learning Source Students Participate in Governor’s Easter Egg Roll

DENVER—April 24, 2003 -- Eighty children from the Learning Source for Adults and Families recently participated in the third annual Governor’s Easter Egg Roll at the Governor’s Mansion. The children and their parents are participants in the Toyota Families in Schools program located in four Aurora elementary schools – Fulton, Jamaica, Laredo and Montview.

The event, sponsored by Douglas County Republican Women, gave children an opportunity to roll eggs, do crafts, and participate in a variety of other activities, including: learning about crime prevention from McGruff and representatives from the Douglas County Sherrif’s Department, having their picture taken with the Easter Bunny, and learning about book illustrations from Helle Urban, illustrator of the popular children’s book, C is for Centennial. Children and parents were also entertained by Steve Spangler, “the science guy” in an interactive demonstration of electricity and water conservation.

“The kids and their parents had a lot of fun despite the fact that we got moved inside due to rain,” says Susan Lythgoe, executive director of The Learning Source for Adults and Families.

Each child received a commemorative egg signed by Gov. Bill Owens, an autographed copy of C is for Centennial, and a bag of Easter goodies, all compliments of the Douglas County Republican Women.

Established in 1964, The Learning Source believes education is essential to people’s freedom, their confidence, and their ability to perform in the family, community and workplace. The organization provides opportunities for motivated adult learners and families to attain educational goals through adult and family literacy; GED and English instruction provided by trained volunteer tutors, led by a dedicated staff; and accessible centers located within the community.

For more information on The Learning Source’s programs or how to volunteer, call 303-922-4683 or visit the website at www.coloradoliteracy.org.