In Her Own Words: Amanda Story
From Determination to Depression to Graduation: Amanda’s Journey, In Her Own Words My name is Amanda Washington. I am a…
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Literacy KC High School Equivalency Program Orientation Schedule Summer/Fall 2021
Literacy KC is hosting Student Orientations for our High School Equivalency Program classes for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. Orientation…
Read MoreLiteracy KC VISTA Open Positions: June 2021
Literacy KC is currently recruiting for an AmeriCorps VISTA Development Specialist at Kanbe’s Market, a nonprofit organization that provides access…
Read MorePride Month Statement
Literacy KC is proud to support our LGBTQIA+ staff, students, volunteers, and community members this Pride month and beyond. June…
Read MoreLiteracy KC VISTA Openings – May 2021
Literacy KC is currently recruiting for an AmeriCorps VISTA Program Developer at BoysGrow, a nonprofit organization that mentors Kansas City’s…
Read MoreIn Her Own Words: Dianne
On March 12, 2020, Literacy KC closed our doors to in-person classes. The full effects of COVID-19 surprised us all…
Read MoreLiteracy KC’s Response to COVID-19: An Exercise in Innovation
Ticket to Read & HiSET student Shirl studying at home. Literacy KC, along with our neighbors, community members, and the…
Read MoreAdvocacy in Action
Advocacy is central to Literacy KC’s mission. With the onset of COVID-19 and the stay at home order, we have…
Read MoreSupport That Goes Both Ways
When the impact of COVID-19 hit our community, I quickly noticed the immediate change in how organizations approached fundraising. I…
Read MoreSupporting the Varied Needs of Adult Learners During COVID-19
Entry to English student Yony working on his homework packet at home. We may not be able to teach classes…
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