News Grant Supports Adult Literacy Programs Posted 28 October 2008 Northeast Iowa Community College's Adult Literacy Program recently received a Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque (CFGD) grant to improve the transition of adult learners from literacy classes into college-level coursework. The college's Adult Literacy Program - Transitioning of Adult Learners initiative will use the funding to study current processes and best practices to improve student educational success rates in NICC's General Educational Development (GED), high school completion, general Adult Basic Education, and English Language Learning areas. The $1,000 in grant funding will serve adult learners in the eight counties in NICC's district area. The National Adult Literacy Survey shows almost a quarter of adult America functions at the lowest literacy level restricting them to tasks that involve short and uncomplicated text, like that on a bank deposit slip. Many of these adults have not completed a high school education and/or are non-English speaking immigrants. "Individuals who are limited in literacy and basic educational skills often find it challenging to pursue personal and employment goals. NICC is pleased with CFGD's endorsement toward improving services to adult literacy students with the intent of improving their educational opportunities," said Amy Esterhuizen, NICC district adult literacy director. The CFGD works to improve the quality of life in the Dubuque area by evaluating and addressing community issues, building a permanent charitable endowment and connecting donors to critical needs of the community. NICC's Adult Literacy Program serves adult learners with reading, writing and math skills below college level, and adult learners with limited English language proficiency. To learn more about NICC's Adult Basic Education and GED programs, contact Amy Esterhuizen at (563) 557-8271, ext. 108, or visit www.nicc.edu .

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