On Thursday, October 29th, we held our annual event to honor our volunteers, learners, and partners. This virtual celebration featured some very special guests, recognitions, and awards!
2020 Adult Literacy Research and Training Symposium
This virtual event is for anyone who is interested in supporting adult literacy – from experienced volunteer tutors and instructors to individuals who want to learn more about how they can serve this important cause during a time of social distancing and virtual learning.
Kalamazoo octogenarian wins outstanding volunteer service award
“I told my students this year, you’re a godsend. You keep me active and involved and get me up in the morning,” Parsons said.
Kalamazoo octogenarian wins outstanding volunteer service award
“I told my students this year, you’re a godsend. You keep me active and involved and get me up in the morning,” Parsons said.
English-learning parents face challenges with remote learning during pandemic
A love for family, a quest for a better life and a stroke of luck brought Elvis Vetene to West Michigan. Vetene won the visa lottery, also called the Diversity Visa Program. He left the Democratic Republic of the Congo for Kalamazoo to give his family a better life. Vetene spoke several African languages and French. But because of COVID-19 his English level was not improving.
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