Family Literacy Program

The Family Literacy Program, an intensive year-round services program, currently provides a variety of classes for adults. Students, eighteen years old and above in the metro-Detroit area, are welcome to register.

We believe that parental literacy will not only enable parents to move on to higher education, get a job, and give back to their community, but will empower them to build a better life for themselves and their children. As parents model educational values in their own lives, their children will follow their example.

The overall goal of the program is to improve the educational opportunities of families by:

Helping parents become full partners in the education of their children

Assisting parents with citizenship and driver’s education training, and providing workforce and literacy training for parents

Adult Literacy English Classes
To meet the needs of this predominately non-native English speaking community, English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction is the primary element of the adult education component. Currently, classes take place in South Dearborn at the ACCESS Main Office. Classes are separate for men and women, and sessions run from September thru May. Instruction is free of charge; however, a $33 fee for books and materials is assessed.

For more information or to join the waiting list, please contact Louise Ramsay at (313) 842-1924.

Citizenship Classes
This course is designed to prepare immigrants to take the written and oral portions of the USCIS Citizenship Test. Topics include United States Government and history, introduction in English as a Second Language, and test taking skills. Assistance is provided in filling out the N-400 form and emphasis is placed on helping the prospective citizen through the interview process.

Women’s Citizenship Class
Monday-Wednesday, 12:00 2:00 p.m.

Men’s Citizenship Class
Monday-Thursday, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

To enroll, please contact Louise Ramsay at 313-842-1924.

GED Class
The General Educational Development (GED) Program offers preparation for the GED (high school equivalency) examination in English. The course covers the five key subjects tested on the examination, including social studies, math, reading, science and writing. The length of time necessary to prepare for the GED exam varies greatly, and students are encouraged to stay in the class until they feel prepared. Classes take place at ACCESS’ Main Office and currently are only available for women. Instruction is free of charge; however, a $30 fee for books and materials is assessed.

For more information or to enroll, please contact Louise Ramsay at (313) 842-1924.

Driver’s Education (written portion of the test)
Students in these classes learn about road signs, safe driving tips, and laws related to driving. Instruction is in Arabic and English. Classes are offered at the Main Office and currently are available only for women, 18 years old and above.

For more information or to enroll, please contact Louise Ramsay at (313) 842-1924.

Contact:
Louise Ramsay
(313) 842-1924
lramsay@accesscommunity.org

Partners
Michigan State Department of Education
Dearborn Public Schools
University of Michigan
Hamtramck Public Schools
Skillman Foundation
Wayne County Head Start
Child Care Coordinating Council

Academic Enrichment

Summer Academy

Youth & Education
2651 Saulino Ct.
Dearborn, MI 48120
Phone (313) 842-7010
Fax (313) 842-5150

Anisa Sahoubah
Youth & Education Director