The Literacy Project’s adult basic education programming provides; academic instruction to prepare students to pass a high school equivalency test, education and career advising and readiness activities to help students overcome barriers to entering the workforce and continuing their education, and opportunities for students to engage meaningfully and equitably in the economic, social, cultural, and civic life of their communities. Programming consists of:
The program serves out-of-school youth ages 16 and older and under-educated adults. Classes are held September through May each year and there are no classes in June, July, and August. Most classes meet in-person, and there are also remote and hybrid options. Students are enrolled in the ongoing classes on a monthly basis, September through April, as space permits. Job readiness activities and assistance with job search are provided during class time or individual advising time.
Student progress is measured by gains in educational functioning levels (EFL) on the Massachusetts Adult Proficiency Tests (MAPT) in Reading and Math. There are 6 EFLs, each corresponding to 2 grade levels, so an EFL gain in a subject area represents progress through 2 grade levels. Other achievements that indicate participant progress are; passing either the HiSET or GED exam and achieving a High School Equivalency credential, enrollment in a post-secondary education or training program, obtaining new employment, getting a raise, promotion, or other improvement in a job they are already working.
Weekly participation varies from 4 hours a week to 12 hours a week depending on the level and location of the class. Remote classes are open to students from any location. Meetings for intake and enrollment, as well as for Education and Career Advising may be in person, by phone, or on Zoom.
Classes at our Amherst location will be offered remotely until further notice. Remote classes are held on Zoom, and teachers use e-mail and Google Classroom to provide class materials and assignments. Remote students are provided with a chrome book, if needed, and workbooks and other class materials.
See more about The Literacy Project – Amherst here.
Classes are open to participants who don’t have a high school diploma, or whose Reading, Writing, or Math skills are not at a high school level, and who need to gain skills to pursue a personal, work, or educational goal.
Hours | Activity Type | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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10:00 AM-12:00 noon (remote on Zoom) | Beginning Reading, Writing, & Math Class | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
9:15 AM-12:00 noon (remote on Zoom) | Pre-High School Equivalency Preparation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
9:15 AM-12:00 noon (remote on Zoom) | High School Equivalency Preparation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
9:15AM - 12:00PM (remote on Zoom) | College Readiness for English Language Learners | ✓ | ✓ |
Location information:
REMOTE | accessible by PVTA Bus -all classes will be offered remotely |
Classes at our Amherst location are remote on zoom until further notice
The Literacy Project has in-person classes in Northampton, Greenfield, Orange, and Ware, and remote classes that meet in the evenings through the Ware site.
Participant Supports:
Participant Support Category | All participants | As needed |
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DTA SNAP Transportation Support | ✓ | |
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral | ✓ | |
Test/License Fees | ✓ | |
Books/Supplies | ✓ | |
Chromebook | ✓ |
Contact Information