A service of the Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon

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Lancaster and Lebanon Counties

There are 104,000 adults in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties who could earn more money by improving their skills (https://nces.ed.gov/surveys/piaac/litproficiencylevel.asp.) The Literacy Council is a place in our community where adult learners can get free education services at sites throughout the two counties.

  • Can you use The Literacy Council?
  • Do you need a high school diploma?
  • Do you need to improve your reading, math and writing skills?
  • Do you need to learn English?
  • Are you having trouble finding a job because you need to improve your skills?
  • Do you want to go to college or job training and need help getting ready?

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, The Literacy Council can help you reach your goals.

The Literacy Council will work with you to build a program that meets your needs and helps you prepare for your next step.

To learn more about the positive impact of adult literacy, visit https://coabe.org/the-return-on-investment-into-adult-education-is-undeniable/

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Gaby's Story Three years ago, Gaby and her mother, Elsa, left Cuba in search of a better life.

Gaby did not speak English and knew that language barriers would keep her from fulfilling her dream of teaching school in her new home. Gaby started out in a beginning English class and quickly earned her way into an academic English class. It wasn't easy. Gaby worked third shift, raced home to shower and then headed out to her class. Her teacher, Jane Myers, recalls Gaby's commitment to learning. "She never missed a class and studied on her own." Today, Gaby is enrolled at Millersville University preparing to become a certified Spanish teacher.

DONATE INVEST in your community

Supporting adult literacy and basic education in your community is a sound investment. Adult education programs have measurable returns. This comes in the form of increased tax revenue and reduced reliance on social services. Educated citizens work, pay taxes and give back to their communities.

The official registration and financial information of The Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon, LVA, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

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Volunteer SHARE your time. CHANGE lives.

Be a catalyst for amazing change in someone’s life. Teach them to read and write. You can make the difference between safety and peril, between employment and shelter living, between fulfillment and despair. Learn more on our site and get in touch. Contact Jane Myers, Volunteer Services Coordinator at 717-295-5523 or jane@literacysuccess.org.