Black Hawk College is highlighting its commitment to literacy during National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, held September 14th through 20th. Since 1969, the college’s Adult Education program has empowered over 1,000 students each year with free classes in GED preparation, English as a Second Language, and high school diploma completion. With more than 43 million adults in the U.S. struggling with basic literacy, these programs offer paths to better jobs, increased earnings, and brighter futures. Classes are tailored to individual goals, with sessions starting every three weeks.
Black Hawk College is shining a spotlight on the importance of adult education during National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, running September 14th through 20th. The college has supported adult learners since 1969 and now offers a range of programs, from GED prep to English as a Second Language and high school diploma completion. Each student receives a personalized learning plan, targeting goals such as workforce advancement, family support, and cultural integration. To learn more or to register, interested individuals can call East Moline at 309-796-8216, Kewanee at 309-854-1875, or Rock Island at 309-794-1072.
Classes begin every three weeks, and new students can register several times each month in East Moline, Kewanee, and Rock Island. Enrolled students may qualify for additional tutoring services. Those interested in making a difference as an adult volunteer tutor can find more information online or by calling 309-796-8215.
