A Community Approach

Literacy Partners provides a community-based, holistic approach to the students we serve. Alongside critical reading, writing and mathematics, all of our students study financial literacy and health literacy. Computer literacy instruction, as well as employment and postsecondary education counseling, are also available.

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Core Programs

All students are placed into one of the following classes, based on their reading level.

Non-readers to the 5th grade reading level, ABE students learn foundational reading, writing and mathematical skills.
Students who read between a 5th-8th grade level participate in our Pre-GED® program. Building on the skills learned in ABE, the curriculum instructs students in reading, writing, math, social studies and science.
Students prepare to take the GED® exam. At the conclusion of the GED curriculum, students participate in job readiness training.
Students are taught speaking, listening, writing, reading and grammatical structures in the English language.

All Literacy Partners Programs Integrate:

The Dow Jones Financial Literacy Program

Financial LiteracyEconomics for Life is instrumental in helping students make wise decisions in today’s challenging economic environment. Instruction covers banking, credit, understanding a paycheck, and other skills needed to plan for a sound financial future.

Health Literacy

Health LiteracyOur innovative health literacy curriculum provides real-world instruction on navigating the healthcare system. Health literacy teaches adults to read labels, to take medications safely, to be aware of potentially hazardous items, and to understand relevant health issues.

Job Readiness Preparation

Job ReadinessThis initiative helps students apply their literacy skills to obtain, retain and improve their employment. Job readiness focuses on topics such as job search strategies, resume writing, interviewing proficiency and dressing for success.

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