Mastering English Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint
Four years ago, Cristhian stepped off a plane in the mountains of western North Carolina and into a new life. He had left behind a steady but tedious job at…
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High School Students Discover the Rewards of Summer Literacy Internship
Last spring, Aliyah, a junior at The Franklin School of Innovation (FSI), was searching for a meaningful internship—something that would offer both purpose and a competitive wage for summer employment….
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From Factory Worker to Food Truck Entrepreneur
For many immigrants, moving to the United States means more than a change of language and culture. It also means acquiring new knowledge, skills, and work. Take Yasira, for example….
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Meet Alba and Jazmin: Literacy Opens Doors for Language Learners
Alba and Jazmin come from different countries, different educational backgrounds, and different circumstances, but they’ve become friends while learning English together. The two women, from Venezuela and Colombia, first met…
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Meet Abiu
About three years ago, Abiu arrived in the United States from Mexico. After a few months of living here, he learned about Literacy Together while working at the Element Hotel,…
