The theme of the day on Tuesday was scholarships for adult learners. I was researching grants available through community foundations and came across a scholarship page from the Community Foundation of Sarasota. The Foundation provides scholarships to adult learners, defined Read more…
Author: Florida Literacy Coalition
Kate Nonesuch hosts an informative blog called “Working in Adult Literacy.” She gained interest in Dr. Armando Gutierrez and this is her response to a few of his questions regarding understanding ABE/GED students.
New Year’s Eve, for many, doesn’t mark the end of a year as much as it celebrates the beginning of another. I forget who said that. Regardless, entering the year 2013 is sure to inspire and motivate the 45% of Americans that Read more…
Is your New Year’s resolution to get more funding for your organization or start new programs? Here are a few open opportunities that might help you in your quest to improve literacy in your community. Fordham Street Foundation The Fordham Read more…
On December 12, the Florida State Board of Education selected Dr. Tony Bennett as the state’s new Commissioner of Education. Elected as the former Superintendent of Indiana’s public schools in 2009, Dr. Bennett was responsible for increasing the graduation rate above 85%, Read more…
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