In addition, learners have a fund-raising committee that raises money for specific activities, such as educational events. One of the ways that they raise money is by holding caribou stew and bannock lunches. Staff and learners also contribute personal time and resources to making the program work.

Best Practice #16: Program Administration

A quality adult literacy and basic education program is wellmanaged and well-run through appropriate policies and procedures.

The Training Centre maintains up-to-date records on the program, which are kept in the coordinator’s office. Learner and staff information is confidential. It is locked in a secure location: the program requires a signed release form before it will share information with anyone. Instructors conduct learner conferences in private and learners may ask for private meetings with instructors.

The program has a formal hiring process. It also follows strict procedures when it has to call for proposals for goods or services.