Most of us take for granted our ability to read a magazine, order from a menu, fill out an application, or understand a warning label. For adults with limited reading ability, these everyday activities create significant challenges.
Low literacy has profound effects not only on the individual but also on our communities—from unemployment and poverty to health and welfare concerns.
Low literacy has profound effects not only on the individual but also on our communities—from unemployment and poverty to health and welfare concerns.
ABLE Overview
IT'S FREE.
ABLE charges no fees for any of its services or supplies for students.
IT'S FOR ADULTS.
Anyone 16 years of age or older and not in school may participate in the ABLE program.
IT'S PERSONALIZED.
Each student has his/her own tutor. Tutors teach one-on-one. Sessions are private and arranged
to meet the schedules of the student and teacher.
IT'S CONFIDENTIAL.
All student information is kept confidential.
IT'S CENTRALLY LOCATED.
~ 308 E. High St. Suite 203 ~
The ABLE office is located on the Jeff Tran bus line
SPECIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM.
Select 6th graders at Thomas Jefferson and Lewis and Clark middle schools
meet with ABLE volunteer tutors for one-on-one tutoring sessions during the
school day on-site.
