Many of Literacy Pittsburgh's students face barriers to achieving their learning goals. We rely on the support of many partners to help our students address the challenges that are holding them back from success. In Beaver County, one such partner is Gateway Rehab, which operates a halfway house. Moffet House provides a supportive home environment where residents can practice daily recovery skills, have jobs, participate in community activities, and attend school.
During the past year, five individuals from Moffet House attended our GED preparation classes. Four of the students have passed all four of the GED tests, earning them a high school credential. These graduates were referred to Job Training for Beaver County, which provides career services for Beaver County’s youth, adults, and dislocated workers, and helps businesses attract, train, and retain a skilled workforce. This partnership can open up opportunities for students to further their education and training. Thus far, one student has found a job with a manufacturing company.
We are grateful to these and all of our partners for helping our students pursue their dreams!
Literacy Pittsburgh (formerly Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council) helps create better lives through learning. Recognized as a national leader in adult and family literacy, Literacy Pittsburgh is the largest provider of adult basic education in Allegheny and Beaver Counties. Last year, Literacy Pittsburgh helped more than 4,000 individuals acquire the skills needed to reach their fullest potential in life and participate productively in their communities. Literacy Pittsburgh provides free, personalized instruction in workforce readiness, high school diploma test preparation, digital literacy, English language learning, math, reading, and family literacy through one-to-one and small class instruction. Founded in 1982, it serves local adults through numerous neighborhood locations and its Downtown Pittsburgh Learning Center.
