On Friday, November 7th, First Literacy hosted the Spotlight on Innovation in Adult Basic Education. The annual event featured innovative new programs that are sparking change, testing fresh approaches, and opening doors for adult learners who are working hard to build better futures.
ADHD is commonly associated with children, but a recent study reported by the CDC estimates that 6% of U.S. adults have an ADHD diagnosis and about 3% were not diagnosed until adulthood. When teaching adults with ADHD, educators should consider several strategies and accommodations to maximize learning, engagement, and success.
Each year, the topic of children’s summer regression pops up in the news, but we often don’t associate it with adult learners, though the effect of starting and stopping learning is just as detrimental. For many adult learners, continuing studies over the summer is not a possibility, but for the adult learners participating in three of First Literacy’s grant funded programs, summer was a time to get ahead.
On August 27 the Office of Boston Mayor Michelle Wu hosted the 36th Annual First Literacy Scholarship Ceremony at Boston City Hall. The ceremony celebrated the 29 adult learners who were awarded First Literacy Scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year.
On August 27 the Office of Boston Mayor Michelle Wu will host the 2025 First Literacy Scholarship Ceremony at Boston City Hall. The ceremony will celebrate 29 adult learners who were awarded First Literacy Scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year.
Literacy impacts and is correlated with several important outcomes such as personal income, employment levels, health, and overall economic growth. Despite the profound implications, adult basic education (ABE) programs are vastly underfunded, especially by government sources.
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