Room to Read

Room to Read

NLD ID #130586
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Contact Information

Leland, MS 38756

Primary Contact

Yolanda West

(662) 299-2066

ywest@divinedirectionscorp.org

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Program Overview

Program Name: Room to Read"

• Goal:
To significantly increase functional literacy rates among adults and kids in rural areas of Washington County area in Leland, Mississippi by providing accessible, community-based learning opportunities.

• Target Audience:
Kids K-12 and Adults aged 18-55 with limited literacy skills residing in rural communities.

• Key Components:
◦ Basic Literacy Skills: Instruction in phonics, vocabulary building, reading comprehension, and basic writing skills.

◦ Life Skills Training: Integrated modules on health awareness, financial literacy, and civic education.

◦ Community Outreach: Organization of community leaders and volunteers to promote program participation.

◦ Teacher Training: Ongoing professional development for community-based instructors on kids and adult literacy education.

• Implementation Strategy:
Establish learning centers within accessible locations in rural communities, utilize flexible scheduling to accommodate learners' needs, and incorporate culturally relevant materials.

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Cost Info

All programs are free

Student and Volunteer Success Stories

Room to Read transformed kids life by demonstrating how a structured approach to literacy intervention significantly improved reading proficiency among struggling students also provided back 2 schools supplies to 500 kids and family to help the youth with school essentials.

This program listing was last updated: January 17, 2025.

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Education services

  • Read and write better
  • Find a family literacy program
  • Help my child learn
  • Learn English

Instruction Type

  • In-person