by Julie Slack | Aug 6, 2024 | First Literacy Scholars 2024-2025
Safia is from Algeria where she obtained her high school diploma along with a certificate in financial accounting. She moved to Boston in May 2015 to seek healthcare, secure a good job, complete her education, and buy a house for her family. After a few years, she...
by Julie Slack | Aug 6, 2024 | First Literacy Scholars 2024-2025
Kamrunnaher grew up in a small village in Bangladesh called Lakshmipur. The oldest of five children, she was always focused on being a great role model for her siblings. Very diligent in school, she was one of only five women in her village to be accepted into the...
by Julie Slack | Aug 10, 2023 | First Literacy Scholars 2023-2024
From humble beginnings in Bangladesh, Shermin nurtured her love for art and learning amidst challenges. Marriage and motherhood brought many struggles, but her determination remained unshaken. Her studies were put on hold when her daughter was born, and distance...
by Julie Slack | Aug 8, 2023 | First Literacy Scholars 2023-2024
Joshalyn’s life is a testament to strength and determination. Despite a challenging upbringing and adversity at every turn, she refused to become a statistic. From a young age, she faced difficulties, but she never lost sight of her goals. Leaving home at twelve...
by Julie Slack | Aug 11, 2022 | First Literacy Scholars 2022-2023, First Literacy Scholars 2023-2024
Kevin grew up in the Dominican Republic with his mom and siblings while his father worked in the U.S. As a child, he suffered from asthma and spent a lot of time in the hospital. Despite his physical challenges, he excelled in school and taught himself how to draw and...
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