Luis moved to Boston in search of an opportunity to learn English and pursue a degree. He took English courses at Maverick Landing Community Services and secured an IT internship with Catholic Charities. Through these programs he learned about First Literacy, which allowed him to help fund his education.
First Literacy is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a $72,421 grant from the Neighborhood Jobs Trust. The grant will enable First Literacy to continue to offer critical financial and academic support to adult learners living in Boston.
Each year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day invites us not only to remember a powerful leader, but to recommit ourselves to the values he championed: justice, dignity, and opportunity for all. Among those values, Dr. King consistently emphasized the transformative power of education and literacy.
Technology has reshaped how nonprofits deliver education and support. Virtual classrooms and digital tools have opened doors that once seemed locked, yet each new tool brings new challenges. For adult learners, educators, and nonprofit administrators, technology can be both an enabler and a barrier.
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.
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