This couple lives in Texas in the winter and volunteers teaching English to immigrants. - - Donna Poisl
By: Vicki Gerdes, DL-Online
Though they are only winter residents of San Benito, Texas, Mary Ann and Duane Olson have managed to make an impact on the community through volunteering.
The Olsons, who live between Leaf and Big Cormorant lakes near Lake Park during the summer months, have spent the past seven winters as volunteer teachers at the Harlingen Literacy Center.
Duane teaches English, while Mary Ann teaches citizenship classes.
“I prepare students to pass the test to become U.S. citizens,” said Mary Ann.
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