As we approach Black History month, let us not forget the rich Black history of our city.
Did you know…
James Weldon Johnson and John Rosamond Johnson composed “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing” in Jacksonville?
The Clara White mission was founded by a former slave and has been in operation for over 100 years?
The LaVilla community was known as the “Harlem of the South”?
Zora Neale Hurston, author of "Their Eyes Were Watching God", attended Matthew Gilbert School?
Robert “Bullet Bob” Hayes, the two-time Olympic gold medal winner, also attended Matthew Gilbert School?
Civil Rights Memorial Landmarks in Jacksonville
Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
J.P. Small Stadium
Hollywood Music Store & Clara White Mission Museum
Civil Rights Demonstration Marker
Jacksonville Black History Calendar
The Afro
Bethel Baptist Institutional Church
Ax Handle Saturday Mural
Mother Midway African Methodist Episcopal Church
Student Achievements in 2021
The Literacy Alliance would like to recognize these students for meeting and exceeding their goals in 2021. We are so proud of our graduates and hard-working GED students. We look forward to watching your continued success in 2022 and beyond!
Graduates Fall 2021 - Achieving TABE 501+
Arthur B.
Eileen A.
Florence N.
Johnnetta J.
Kie'arra M.
Sheila J.
Students Passing Section(s) of the GED
Ashti A. (Social Studies)
Charvay M. (RLA)
Matthew C. (RLA, Social Studies and Science)
Veronica Z. (RLA and Science)
Student Goals 2022
We asked our students for their 2022 goals... Here's what they said:
"To be more thankful for what I have."
"To focus on reading."
"Lose weight and be healthy."
"To get my driver's license.
"To get my GED."
"To get a car."
"To start traveling."
Welcome New Staff and FSCJ Interns!
Stephanie Scott will earn her Bachelor of Science in Human Services degree this Spring. She currently works for First Coast Service Options in Medicare Administration. She will be using her expertise to support social media and our Newsletter, "The Reader", and outreach activities. She has great ideas to engage our students and volunteers.
Corey Redden comes to the Literacy Alliance with years of adult education and math instruction experience. He makes math fun and easy to learn. He is teaching one GED level math and two pre-GED math classes. Corey's motto: "As long as you are in the race, you have a great chance of winning! Because you can't hit a home run without swinging the bat!"
Lenzy Hancock is finishing up his Bachelor of Science in Human Services degree this Spring. He has extensive experience in community services, counseling, and youth coaching. He is also a veteran of the US Army. His internship will focus on student outreach, computer lab, and registering and testing new students. He is very enthusiastic to help adults achieve their goals and potential.
Salute to Our Long-Term Volunteers
Marvin Ken Horton - 18 years volunteering and five years on staff - reaching hundreds of students!
Gale Keeley - Seven years of volunteer tutoring - encouraged and taught seven students!
Michael Britten-Kelly - Four and a half years teaching at correctional facilities and the City Rescue Mission.
Highlights from 2021
Introduction of Adult Literacy Corps - AmeriCorps Program
GED Classes Begin - Reasoning through Language Arts, Science, Math, and Social Studies
Initiation of ESL (English as a Second Language) Classes
Resume Volunteer Continuing Education - Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities
