Lewis and Clark Community College Project READ and Alton Area Family Literacy Program

Program Description

Project READ is the perfect program for prospective learners who are looking to improve their skills to further their education or qualify to enter the workforce. A program designed to serve individuals, 17 years of age and above, providing participants with supported practice in basic reading, math and English language skills. Project READ matches students with trained volunteer tutors from the community. Prospective participants can enjoy the flexibility of scheduled session times and locations according to their availability.

Family literacy and education is provided at the Scott Bibb Center, formerly the Community Learning Center, in Alton. Parents with at least one child under 16 years old can participate in parenting education, family visits, and parent/child activities while working towards the GED®.