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Provides children and their caregivers the opportunity to engage children to talk, play, read, do, and write supporting needed kindergarten readiness skills while at three participating laundromats.
Services
Youth Literacy Programs
Early Literacy Development Programs
The Jack Ehrlich Literacy Program has been a leader in adult literacy for over 25 years focusing on serving individuals with disabilities. From learning the alphabet and phonics to increasing reading levels, creative writing, and computer literacy, the adult literacy program supports adult learners of all abilities. Small group instruction for computer literacy and creative writing is also available.
Services
Adult Literacy Programs
Literacy Chicago offers a broad range of programs including Basic Literacy, GED preparation, English as a Second Language, Workforce Development, Citizenship classes, Digital Literacy, and numerous bridge programs.
Services
Adult Literacy Programs
Citizenship Education
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Digital Literacy Programs
English as a Second Language
Oakton College offers free adult literacy programs.
Trained education volunteers provide one-on-one tutoring to guests on a variety of subjects such as computer skills, reading, writing, math, GED preparation, and books club. The hour-long sessions take place prior to a meal. Currently, more than 30 guests participate in the program.
Services
Literary Societies/Book Reading Clubs
Adult Literacy Programs
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Howard Area Community Center's Adult Education program assists adult learners in improving their reading, writing, mathematics, English language acquisition, digital literacy, and other skills. They aim to help students obtain the literacy skills needed to successfully navigate the workforce, training programs, and post-secondary education, leading to self-sufficiency and productive lives.
Services
Computer Literacy Training Programs
English as a Second Language
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Adult Literacy Programs
Citizenship Test Preparation
The Youth Leadership and STEM After-School Program (YLS): The YLS program is an after-school program that aims to help students and their families build skills to encounter the world critically. The program is free and it serves students ages 8-14. It runs from Monday through Thursday 3:0 p.m.-7:00 p.m. The service takes place at the 2520 S. Western location.Family Literacy Program: The Family Literacy program allows adult students to bring their children ages 3 to 14 to attend the program while they are in class. The program operates during Instituto's evening classes and it follows the adult education schedule. The service takes place at the 2520 S. Western location.
Services
Extended Child Care
Family Literacy Programs
Oakton College offers free adult literacy programs.
The Literacy Connection assists adult learners who are proficient in English, but may have difficulty identifying letters or words, reading a menu or sign, filling out a job application, or doing simple math, as well as those with limited English skills learn to read, write, speak and understand English, so that they can take a more active role in the society.
Services
Adult Literacy Programs
English as a Second Language
The Adult Learning Resource Center (ALRC) has provided expert professional development for adult educators since the 1970s. The ALRC utilizes content expertise and current research to develop and deliver high-quality professional development and technical assistance to individuals, programs, and state networks. These services are available to educators through online courses, in-person training, and other activities.
Services
Adult Literacy Programs
Adult education classes, including:
- High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) preparation.
- English as a Second Language (ESL).
- Literacy tutoring.
- Citizenship test preparation.
- And more.
Services
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Literacy Programs
English as a Second Language
Citizenship Education
Adult education classes, including:
- High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) preparation.
- English as a Second Language (ESL).
- Literacy tutoring.
- Citizenship test preparation.
- And more.
Services
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Literacy Programs
English as a Second Language
Citizenship Education
- Reading for Life: Provides literacy workshops and distributes reading materials. Partners with Silver Cross to provide reading rooms and lending libraries. Materials focus on early childhood literacy, but options exist for all ages.
- Writing Lab: Lab for improving computer literacy as well as essay and general writing skills.
- Workshops: Community workshops for things like leadership development, financial literacy, and health/wellness.
Services
Financial Literacy Training
Leadership Development
General Health Education Programs
Book Distribution Programs
Literacy Programs
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Book/Magazine Donation Programs
Offers family literacy program to provide families with the tools and knowledge needed to help children develop pre-reading and reading skills. Services include:
- Monthly book distributions.
- Monthly family literacy packets.
- Opportunity to participate in Lending Library for additional access to children's books.
- Opportunity to earn additional books, school supplies, and craft supplies.
Provides referral services for students, volunteers, and employers wishing to access adult education and literacy programs throughout Illinois.
Recruits, trains, and places volunteer tutors to work with adults 17 years and older to learn English as a Second Language, or to improve their reading and/or math skills up to the 9th grade level. Tutoring takes place in public locations. STAR staff provide:
- Testing.
- Learning materials.
- Support to tutors and their learners.
Services
Literacy Programs
English as a Second Language
Volunteer Opportunities
- Collaborates with Richland Community College to provide GED classes for parents with children birth through 3 or who are pregnant.
- Provides a parenting class and a high level of child-care for children while the parent attends academic classes.
- Visits the library together regularly and provides opportunities for parents and children to learn together.
Wraparound services include:
- Transportation.
- Case Management.
- Parent Education.
- Home Visits.
Offers English as a Second Language (ESL) and helps with U.S. citizenship. Literacy Volunteers helps adults read, write, speak, and understand English by matching them with trained volunteer tutors one to one. Each tutor and student meet for one hour a week at a public location that is convenient for them, such as public libraries. Students can also meet with tutors virtually. The program is open entry, open exit so adults can enroll at any time and exit at any time.
Services
English as a Second Language
Citizenship Education
Literacy Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Through free, one-on-one tutoring in reading and math, Project Read Plus develops personal plans of study to help adults to reach their individual goals.
Students' goals often include the following:
- Meeting program qualifications.
- Succeeding in training programs such as
construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and
more.
- Increasing basic skills before entering GED classes
.
- Taking and completing college classes
.
- Earning certificates and degrees
.
- Getting a job (or a better job).
- Learning how to effectively study and improve
testing, time management, and organization skills
.
- Reaching personal goals such as reading to their children and helping them with school work
.
Services
Volunteer Opportunities
Literacy Programs
Program that offers a range of educational services to improve academic continuity and achievement for migrant children, youth, and families in Illinois. Family Literacy Services are offered to migrant families and use interactive activities to improve parenting skills, intergenerational literacy, and early childhood education.
Cobden's After School Program is also offered that assists with bilingual homework assignment help and computer access.
Services
Child Development Classes
Literacy Programs
Extended Child Care
Adult education classes, including:
- High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) preparation.
- English as a Second Language (ESL).
- Literacy tutoring.
- Citizenship test preparation.
- And more.
Services
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Literacy Programs
English as a Second Language
Citizenship Education
Offers family literacy program to provide families with the tools and knowledge needed to help children develop pre-reading and reading skills. Services include:
- Monthly book distributions.
- Monthly family literacy packets.
- Opportunity to participate in Lending Library for additional access to children's books.
- Opportunity to earn additional books, school supplies, and craft supplies.
FCO educates parents on strategies that can actively support their children's educational and personal development. Adult Education has always been one of Frida's main focuses. By offering adult education, we hope to empower our community so that it may keep progressing. We have various sites throughout the city that offer ESL, Computer literacy, and STEAM classes for adults in the community and no cost.
Services
Adult Literacy Programs
Parenting Skills Classes
Adult basic education, including literacy, ESL classes, and tutoring in reading and math.
Services
Tutoring Services
English as a Second Language
Adult Basic Education
Literacy Programs
Offers in-home early intervention for low-income families with children under 3 years old. Helps promote early learning, brain development, and resiliency for young children. Services include:
- Individual family home visits and developmental screenings
- Group parenting training sessions
- Center-based group activities
- Connects parents with community resources
Services
Family Literacy Programs