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Every county in Tennessee is served by an Adult Education program funded through the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development. These programs provide various classroom opportunities including Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language, GED classes and practice testing, Families First, Even Start, and more. For a complete listing of Adult Education Programs, including contact information and services provided by individual sites, click here. There are also many privately funded non-profit agencies and programs providing adult literacy services either independently or in partnership with state AE programs. Private provider agencies are listed below, organized by the county in which they are located. This listing is still under construction, so please call the Coalition if you need a referral and don't find an appropriate agency listed here. Please also notify us if you find any errors, or know of an agency that should be included. A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O| P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z ANDERSON COUNTY Clinch Valley Literacy Council - CVLC 131 S. Charles Seivers Blvd. Clinton, TN 37716 voice: 865-482-1776 or 865-457-7323 Lynn Cardwell, President email: lynnc7738@aol.com The CVLC was formed in 1998 as a merger of the former Tri-County Literacy Council (founded 1976) and the Anderson County Adult Literacy Council (founded 1984). The CVLC promotes quality literacy services to the residents of East Tennessee and provides support to local adult literacy provider programs, including the Anderson County Adult Basic Education program and the ESL program at the Oak Ridge YWCA computer lab. Service area includes Anderson, Morgan and Scott counties.
BEDFORD COUNTY Literacy services are provided in Bedford County by the Bedford County Adult Education Program, Elaine Weaver, Supervisor. Please visit the website for service details. BENTON COUNTY Benton County Adult Literacy Council - BCALC 175 Briarwood Ave. Camden, TN 38320 voice: 731-584-1372 Linda Smothers, Treasurer
The Benton County Adult Literacy Council is a volunteer advisory council supporting the Benton County Adult Education program. The BCALC is the annual sponsor of the Adult Education graduation ceremony and celebration, and provides other financial support to the AE program, including purchase of specialty teaching materials. BCALC is currently recruiting volunteers to tutor basic level learners on a weekly basis. Anyone interested should contact Lynn Baker at the number above.
BLEDSOE COUNTY
Bledsoe County Literacy Council 109 Spring Street Pikeville, TN 37367 voice: 423-447-6962 Barbara Young, Adult Education Director email: youngb@k12tn.net
The Bledsoe County Literacy Council was founded in 2001 to support literacy programs in Bledsoe County, including the Adult Education Program. Bledsoe County Adult Ed is a year round program offering classes in Basic Literacy, GED Preparation, and ESL at the Adult Education Center and at Bledsoe County Middle School. In addition, Basic Computer Skills classes and Distance Education are offered throughout the county.
BLOUNT COUNTY Blount County Literacy Council - BCLC PO Box 5432 Maryville, TN 37892 voice: 865-982-8998 fax: 865-982-8848 Carol Ergenbright, BCLC Board of Directors and Supervisor, Blount County Adult Ed. email: info@blountliteracycouncil.org
Blount County Literacy Council provides funding assistance for the Blount County Adult Education program and promotes community involvement in the effort to realize their vision of a "diverse community of skilled, knowledgeable and involved adults" through education. Annual activities include an Adult Spelling fundraiser. The BCLC board of directors meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Area residents interested in becoming involved should call or email for current volunteer information.
BRADLEY COUNTY Learning Center for Adults and Families 833 No. Ocoee Street Cleveland, TN 37311 voice: 423-478-1117 fax: 423-478-1153 Debra D. Conner, Executive Director email: dconner@learningcenter.ws The Learning Center for Adults and Families (formerly known as OAR) is a private non-profit agency providing a variety of services for adult learners, including one-on-one tutoring for adults and children. For a complete list of services, click on the link above. There is no fee for service, and the Learning Center welcomes volunteer inquiries. Volunteer tutor training and support is provided.
CAMPBELL COUNTY Campbell County Literacy Council 366 Alder Springs Road LaFollette, TN 37766 voice: 423-566-5436 Rita Goins, Adult Ed Supervisor email: goinsr@k12tn.net The Campbell County Literacy Council supports the Campbell County Adult Education program, providing fundraising assistance and help with special events such as Graduation. In addition to classroom instruction, the AE program also trains volunteers to work one-on-one with students, and welcomes inquiries from anyone interested in volunteering. CANNON COUNTY Adult Literacy services for Cannon County residents are provided by the Warren County Adult Education Program, David Walker, Supervisor. Cannon County residents seeking help with reading, GED preparation, or ESOL should contact the Warren County AE program. GED Prep classes only are also taught in Woodbury at 301 West Main Street. Call 615-563-7323 or 931-473-9850 for more information. CARROLL COUNTY CARTER COUNTY CHEATHAM COUNTY CHESTER COUNTY Chester County Literacy Council 123A North Church Street Henderson, TN 38340 voice: 731-989-2404 Emma Hatch Hopper, AE Supervisor email: hoppere@k12tn.net
The Chester County Literacy Council was formed in 1986 to support the Chester County Adult Education Center. The Council engages in fundraising for the continuous improvement of the AE program, which assists undereducated adults by making literacy skills, basic skills, GED skills and workforce skills attainable; and through counseling towards higher education and job opportunities.
CLAIBORNE COUNTY C-CARE Literacy Council PO Box 800 Tazewell, TN 37879 Sandy Rosenbaum, President
The C-Care Literacy Council (Claiborne County Adult Reading Experience) has served the Claiborne County Adult Education program in an advisory capacity for more than 20 years. The Council also helps with fundraising to support the services provided by the AE program, which include Basic Literacy, GED preparation, and ESL. Claiborne County AE offers classes as well as one-on-one instruction.
CLAY COUNTY Clay County Literacy Council PO Box 469 Celina, TN 38551 voice: 931-243-5512 Linda Arnett, Council Secretary email: arnettl@k12th.net Anna Locke, AE Supervisor email: lockea1@k12tn.net
The Clay County Literacy Council advises and assists the Clay County Adult Education Program with any non-instructional activity such as open house, graduation, fundraising, and student and volunteer recruitment.
COCKE COUNTY Cocke County Literacy Council 241 Hedrick Drive Newport, TN 37821 voice: 423-613-0032 Bryan Douglas, Director of AE email: douglasb@mail.cocke.k12.tn.us
The Cocke County Literacy Council supports the literacy projects and activities of the Cocke County Adult Education Program by hosting numerous fundraising events in the community. The Cocke County AE program offers classes in GED prep, Ready to Read, Families First, and Computer Literacy.
COFFEE COUNTY Tullahoma Literacy Council 510 S. Jackson St. Tullahoma, TN 37388 voice: 931-454-2638 fax: 931-454-0585 Joyce A. Hiebert, Adult Education Supervisor email: hiebertj@k12tn.net
The Tullahoma Literacy Council is a non-profit volunteer advisory council working with the Tullahoma/Coffee County Adult Education program. Volunteers raise funds to supplement Adult Ed programming, including such extras as specialty teaching materials and GED test fees. The Literacy Council needs volunteers to work as teaching assistants in the classroom, and to help with fundraising efforts. Please call or email if you are interested.
CROCKETT COUNTY
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Cumberland Adult Reading Council 1076 Sparta Highway Crossville, TN 38572 voice: 931-788-5073 Ann Pelikan, contact
Cumberland Adult Reading Council is a non-profit agency that offers one-on-one tutoring for adults who want to learn to read, or who need to learn English. Please call if you are interested in becoming a volunteer. DAVIDSON COUNTY Nashville Adult Literacy Council - NALC 4805 Park Avenue, Suite 211 Nashville, TN 37209 voice: 615-298-8060 fax: 615-298-8444 Meg Nugent, Executive Director email: mnugent@nashvilleliteracy.org The NALC is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that teaches reading to adults and teaches English to non-native speakers. Instruction is delivered primarily by volunteer tutors, who are recruited, trained, and matched with adult learners based on schedule and location preference. In addition, small groups and specialized classes are conducted based on community need. Prospective learners should call for an appointment to enroll in the program. There is no fee. Volunteer tutors are always needed. Please call or email if you are interested in becoming a tutor. Better Tomorrows Adult Education Center - BTAEC 908 Meridian Street, PO Box 70750 Nashville, TN 37207 voice: 615-228-6525 Mary Humber, Executive Director email: info@better-tomorrows.com
BTAEC is a private, non-profit agency which provides educational and job placement opportunities that enhance the well-being of low-income community residents. Current programs include Basic Literacy (Laubach curriculum), GED preparation, Computer and Office Skills, and Employment Readiness classes. All services are provided at no cost to clients. Call for an appointment to enroll. Volunteers are needed for tutoring, teaching, and administrative support.
Estoy Aprendiendo Family Literacy - EA mailing address: 1132 Blairfield Dr. Antioch, TN 37013 voice: 615-941-8658 Tracy Jennings, Director email: tracy_jennings@mnps.org
Estoy Aprendiendo is a true Family Literacy program, whose clients are enrolled as complete family units. EA serves Spanish-speaking families with children in the Metro School System. Their primary purpose is to bridge the gap between home and school through four program components: Adult English, Children's Education, PACT time, and Parent Time. Families meet weekly on Saturday mornings at the Woodbine United Methodist Church on Nolensville Road for ESL instruction in classrooms as well as individual tutoring. New family registration is open twice yearly - please contact the Director for information. Volunteers are needed throughout the year to help with tutoring adult students, and training is provided. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact the Director.
1624 5th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208 voice: 615-862-8860, ext. 120 Marvin D. Cox, Program Director email: marvin.cox@nashville.gov The MAC Education program provides classroom instruction leading to completing the GED or passing the GED test. Additionally, classroom instruction in college preparation is available for qualified residents of Nashville-Davidson County. Eligibility to receive service through MAC is based on income. DECATUR COUNTY Decatur County Literacy Council 59 West Main Street PO Box 369 Decaturville, TN 38329 voice: 731-852-2391 Rebecca Webb, AE Supervisor email: webbr@K12th.net
The Decatur County Literacy Council is an advisory group that meets quarterly to support the Decatur County Adult Education program. Classes offered include Families First, GED Prep, Adult Basic Education, ESL, Family Parenting, and Beginning Computer Literacy.
DEKALB COUNTY Adult Literacy services to DeKalb County residents are provided by the Putnam County Adult Education Program. DeKalb County residents seeking help with reading, learning English, or GED preparation should contact Putnam County AE. DICKSON COUNTY Dickson County Adult Literacy Council 220 McLemore Street Dickson, TN 37055 voice: 615-446-2114 Phyllis Bradley, Adult Education Supervisor email: pbradley@dcbe.org The Dickson County Adult Literacy Council was established in 1988 to provide assistance and additional funding for the adult education program. This requires publicity about illiteracy in Dickson County, recruitment activities for students and members, and fund-raising endeavors to enable the program to serve as many participants as possible. The council is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit agency and has received United Way funding since 1988. The council has quarterly meetings and welcomes new members. DYER COUNTY Dyer County Literacy Program, Inc. 115 King Ave. Dyersburg, TN 38024 voice: 731-285-3020 Beth Feith, Director The mission of the Dyer County Literacy Program is to provide quality education to adult learners in Dyer County. Adult classes are offered in Basic Literacy, GED, and ESL. The Literacy Council supports adult education programs by fundraising and promoting awareness.
FAYETTE COUNTY Fayette County Literacy Council Fayette Co. Adult Learning Center 16210 Highway 64 West Somerville, TN 38068 voice: 901-465-4231 Fax: 901-465-7370 Deborah McCarty, Literacy Council contact
Founded in 1989, the Fayette County Literacy Council provides financial and volunteer support for the Fayette County Adult Education program. The Literacy Council also serves as local sponsor for the Governor's Books from Birth program, registering children in Fayette County for the Imagination Library.
FENTRESS COUNTY
Fentress County Literacy Council 1019 Pickett Park Highway Jamestown, TN 38556 voice: 931-879-3802 Gertie Campbell, AE Supervisor email: gcampbell@fentress.k12tn.net
The Fentress County Literacy Council meets quarterly as an advisory group to support the Fentress County Adult Education program. Fundraising events throughout the year help students who are working towards earning their GED. Fentress County AE offers one-on-one private tutoring as well as classes for GED prep, computer skills, and Families First.
FRANKLIN COUNTY
Franklin County Literacy Council 900 So. Shepard Street Townsend Center Winchester, TN 37398 voice: 931-967-8961 Jean Snead, AE Supervisor email: sneadj@k12tn.net
The Franklin County Literacy was founded in 1987 to support the county's Adult Education program. The Council is an active advocate and advisory group that raises funds throughout the year to help pay for GED testing.
GIBSON COUNTY Gibson County Literacy Council 201 West 10th Street Trenton, TN 38382 voice: 731-855-0665 Peggy Davis, Director email: davisp04@K12tn.net
Since 1992, the Gibson County Literacy Council has offered support to the Adult Education program for the residents of Gibson County. Each year, the Council hosts a Spelling Bee to raise funds to support the students. The Adult Education program offers classes in Basic Literacy, GED, and ESL.
GILES COUNTY
Giles County Literacy Council 270 Richland Drive Pulaski, TN 38478 voice: 931-424-4014, ext 133 or 132 Leisa Ayers, AE Supervisor email: LeisaAyers@yahoo.com
The Giles County Literacy Council was founded in 2003 to increase awareness in the community of the need for adult education programs. The Council funds local literacy events, including the annual graduation ceremony for the Giles County Adult Education program. Giles County AE offers Basic Literacy, Computer Literacy, ESL, GED, and Families First classes.
GRAINGER COUNTY
GREENE COUNTY
Greene County Literacy Council 215 North College Street Greeneville, TN 37745 voice: 423-638-2512 Carolyn Kinser, Council contact Kim Gass, AE Supervisor
The Green County Literacy Council meets monthly as an advisory group to support the needs of Greeneville Adult Education. The Council recently raised funds to support two successful programs for the county - Young Adult classes, and Promise Kids for Christmas.
GRUNDY COUNTY HAMBLEN COUNTY HAMILTON COUNTY READ Chattanooga 5704 Marlin Road, Ste 2600 Chattanooga, TN 37411 voice: 423-855-4443 Lori Hairrell, Executive Director
READ Chattanooga has served Hamilton County residents since 1959. The program offers a variety of classes as well as one-on-one tutoring at no charge to learners, including ESL, Basic Literacy, and GED preparation. Prospective learners should call to make an appointment for evaluation. Volunteers are always needed - please call the number above if you are interested.
HANCOCK COUNTY
HARDEMAN COUNTY
Hardeman County Literacy Council PO Box 856 202 Hope Street Bolivar, TN 38008 voice: 731-658-3560 Margie Lovelace, contact email: hclc1@bellsouth.net
The Hardeman County Literacy Council is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides basic reading, writing, math, and job search skills to adult non-readers and low lever learners in Hardeman County. Clients are taught one-on-one by volunteer tutors or in small groups according to their needs. Clients are encouraged to seek employment or to pursue their education through advanced training. ESL classes are now offered in the evening.
HARDIN COUNTY
Adult Literacy services in Hardin County are provided by the Hardin County Adult Education Program, Judy Warrington, AE Supervisor. To learn more about classes and registration, call the program at 731-925-7821.
HAWKINS COUNTY
Hawkins County Literacy Council 200 North Depot Street Rogersville, TN 38372 voice: 423-272-8345 Martha Stooksbury, AE Supervisor email: mstooksbury@hck12.net
The Hawkins County Literacy Council is active in the community, raising awareness of the importance of literacy. The members of the council assist in Literacy Day, and raise funds for GED Graduation and to provide scholarships to deserving students of the Hawkins County Adult Education program. The AE program empowers adult learners to become self-sufficient by through instruction in basic academics, life coping training, and employability skills.
HAYWOOD COUNTY
Adult Literacy services in Haywood County are provided by the Haywood County Adult Education Program, Jerry Smith, Supervisor. Please visit the website for service details.
HENDERSON COUNTY
Henderson County Literacy Council PO Box 189 35 Wilson Street Lexington, TN 38351 voice: 731-968-3661 Stewart Stanfill, AE Supervisor
The Henderson County Literacy Council is an advisory group supporting the Henderson County Adult Education program. Henderson County AE provides services at two locations plus satellite classes in GED prep, Basic Literacy, and ESL.
HENRY COUNTY
President: Bill Williams contact: Sue Quinn voice: 731-642-8655 email: underwoods@k12tn.net
The Henry County Literacy Council is the advisory council for the Henry County Adult Education program. In addition to raising funds and recruiting volunteers to support Adult Ed program activities, the Council also sponsors children's literacy activities, including the Henry County Imagination Library program.
HICKMAN COUNTY
HOUSTON COUNTY
HUMPHREYS COUNTY
Humphreys County Literacy Council 695 Holly Lane Waverly, TN 37185 voice: 931-296-3745 Kay Hampton, AE Supervisor email: kay_hampton@hotmail.com
Since 1990, the Humphreys County Literacy Council has been active in raising funds for educational needs in the community, including support for the Humphreys County Adult Education Program. Humphreys County AE promotes and provides literacy skills for all adults through education to enhance lifelong learning for success. JACKSON COUNTY Jackson County Literacy Council 711 School Drive Gainsboro, TN 38562 voice: 931-268-3929 Diane Martin, AE Supervisor email: dmartin@k12tn.net Fundraising efforts organized by the Jackson County Literacy Council support programs offered at the Jackson County Adult Education Program, including basic literacy instruction, computer literacy, GED preparation, work readiness instruction, and college entrance testing preparation. JEFFERSON COUNTY JOHNSON COUNTY Johnson County Literacy Council 211 North Church Street\ Mountain City, TN 37683 voice: 413-727-2654 Flo Bellamy or Russell Robinson
Founded in 1986, the Johnson County Literacy Council actively supports the Johnson County Adult Education Program through fundraising, grant writing, increasing public awareness, and providing student support.
KNOX COUNTY Bridge Refugee and Sponsorship Services 123 Dameron Ave. Knoxville, TN 37917 voice: 865-540-1311 Roslyn Darr, ESL program email: bridgeesl@aol.com Bridge is an ecumenical non-profit organization that recruits and trains church sponsors and volunteers to help refugees create a new life in East Tennessee. Bridge continues to case-manage the families until they are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. Bridge's ESL Tutor Training Program has opened the door of English comprehension and literacy for hundreds of new arrivals. If you would like to make a 3-month commitment to tutoring a refugee, please call during business hours (M-F 9-5), or complete their Volunteer Information Form on line, and you will be contacted. 101 E. Fifth Avenue, Room 217 Knoxville, TN 37917 voice: 865-594-1507 Melissa Nance, Executive Director email: melissa@friendsofliteracy.org
Friends of Literacy is a private, non-profit agency working in partnership with adult education programs in Knox County to provide classes in basic literacy as well as for adult students studying to obtain their GED. Friends of Literacy also recruits and trains volunteers to provide one-on-one tutoring for adult learners or to assist in classroom teaching. To volunteer, visit their website and complete the volunteer application.
LAKE COUNTY LAUDERDALE COUNTY LAWRENCE COUNTY LEWIS COUNTY LINCOLN COUNTY Lincoln County Literacy Council - LCLC 1604 Huntsville Highway Fayetteville, TN 37334 voice: 931-438-0555 fax: 931-438-0525 Teresa Smith, Adult Education Supervisor email: lclc@fayelectric.com The LCLC is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that serves as the fiscal agent for the Lincoln County Adult Education program. Program offerings are listed on the website, and include one-on-one tutoring for adult learners. The LCLC holds two annual community events - Fire Up For Literacy Day and the Tee Off For Literacy Golf Tournament. Please contact the LCLC for program enrollment or volunteer opportunities. Your support is welcome. LOUDON COUNTY Loudon County Literacy Council 2145 Harrison Ave. Lenoir City, TN 37771 voice: 865-988-0967 Susan Williamson, Adult Education Director The Loudon County Literacy Council, a non-profit organization, has been supporting the Adult Education program in the county since 1996. Each year in March, Loudon County coordinates an Adult Spelling Bee to raise awareness and funds to support Adult Education classes, including GED Preparation, Basic Literacy, and ESL.
MACON COUNTY Macon County Literacy Council 501 College Street Lafayette, TN 37083 voice: 615-666-2125 Brenda Eller, AE Supervisor email: ellerb@k12tn.net
Local fundraising events organized by the Macon County Literacy Council help to support services offered by the Macon County Adult Education Program. Classes are offered day and evening in basic literacy, GED preparation, college entrance preparation, computer skills, and parenting.
MADISON COUNTY MARION COUNTY Adult Literacy services for Marion County residents are provided by the Marion County Adult Education Program, Randall Brown, Supervisor. Marion Co. residents seeking help with basic literacy skills, GED preparation, or computer skills should contact the Adult Ed program. Volunteers to help with instruction are welcome - please contact the Adult Ed Supervisor. MARSHALL COUNTY MAURY COUNTY McMINN COUNTY McNAIRY COUNTY McNairy County Literacy Council 701 Industrial Park Road Selmer, TN 38375 voice: 731-645-5386 fax: 731-645-6684 Patsy Pearson, Adult Education Supervisor email: pearsonp@hotmail.com The McNairy County Literacy Council operates in an advisory capacity to the McNairy County Adult Education Program. The Literacy Council also supports the Adult Ed program through fundraising efforts, providing financial support for special programs and operating budget. MEIGS COUNTY Meigs County Literacy Council PO Box 1039 Decatur, TN 37332 voice: 423-334-5207 Billie Ledford, Coordinator email: billieledford@meigscounty.net The Meigs County Literacy Council provides financial support for the Meigs County Adult Education program. Services provided through small classes, individual tutoring, or distance learning include GED Preparation, Workforce Skills, EL/Civics, and Computer Skills.
MONROE COUNTY Monroe County Interagency Literacy Council 205 Oak Grove Road Madisonville, TN 37354 voice: 423-442-7101 Rick Saunders, Adult Ed Supervisor email: saundersr@monroe.k12.tn.us The Interagency Literacy Council provides financial support to the Monroe County Adult Education program, helping adults become literate and and obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self-sufficiency. Services offered include GED Preparation, TABE Placement Testing, Official Practive GED Testing, College Entrance Preparation, Computer Basic Skills, and ESOL.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY Clarksville-Montgomery County Adult Literacy Council Greenwood Complex, Rm. 300 430 Greenwood Ave. Clarksville, TN 37040 voice: 931-542-5046 Christine Sowada, Director email: psowada@cs.com
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Adult Literacy Council was established in 1985 to promote public awareness of the need for literacy education in the area. The Literacy Council recruits and trains tutors interested in teaching adults with low reading and computation skills or students who have a need to learn English as a second language. A major function of the Council is to support the local Adult Education program by providing free one-on-one tutoring for Adult Ed students who need special assistance.
MOORE COUNTY
Adult Literacy services to Moore County residents are provided by the Coffee County Adult Education Program and the Lincoln County Adult Education program. Moore County residents seeking help with reading, learning English, or GED preparation should contact one of these programs.
MORGAN COUNTY Clinch Valley Literacy Council - CVLC 131 S. Charles Seivers Blvd. Clinton, TN 37716 voice: 865-482-1776 or 865-457-7323 Lynn Cardwell, President email: lynnc7738@aol.com The CVLC was formed in 1998 as a merger of the former Tri-County Literacy Council (founded 1976) and the Anderson County Adult Literacy Council (founded 1984). The CVLC promotes quality literacy services to the residents of East Tennessee and provides support to local adult literacy provider programs, including the Anderson County Adult Basic Education program and the ESL program at the Oak Ridge YWCA computer lab. Service area includes Anderson, Morgan and Scott counties.
OBION COUNTY Obion County Literacy Council 316 South Third Street PO Box 1306 Union City, TN 38261 Sharron Connell or Diane Terry email: terryd@k12tn.net
Since 1987, the Obion County Literacy Council has been active in public awareness, student and tutor recruitment, and fundraising for the Obion County Adult Education Program. The Council has also been involved in forming partnerships with other literacy projects in the county.
OVERTON COUNTY Adult Literacy services in Overton County are provided by the Overton County Adult Education Program, Richard Evans, Supervisor. Please visit the website for service details. PERRY COUNTY PICKETT COUNTY POLK COUNTY Polk County Adult Education Advisory Council 1049 Old Federal Road Old Fort, TN 37362 voice: 423-338-5125 Margaret Swafford, AE Supervisor email: margaretswafford@comcast.net The Polk County Adult Education Advisory Council supports the Polk County Adult Education program, providing additional funding and volunteers to meet program needs. Services offered free of charge by the Adult Ed program include GED preparation and workplace skills training.
PUTNAM COUNTY Putnam County Literacy Council 1060 E. Spring Street Cookeville, TN 38501 voice: 931-528-8685 Lynda Breeden, AE Coordinator
The Putnam County Literacy Council has supported the Putnam County Adult Education Program since 1986. Classes are open to Putnam County residents 18 years and older. Free services include private one-on-one tutoring, and classes in GED preparation and ESL. Enrichment courses in Sign Language, Computers, and Spanish are also available for a fee. RHEA COUNTY Rhea County Adult Literacy Council 200 4th Ave., Suite 200 Dayton, TN 37321 voice: 423-365-5020 Beverly Joyce, President email: BKboog@aol.com Since 1987, the Rhea County Adult Literacy Council has been working in a supportive role to raise awareness and funding for the Rhea County Adult Education Program. Rhea County AE offers instruction for non-English speaking individuals, non-readers, basic skills in reading and math, GED preparation, and remedial studies for those preparing to enter college. ROANE COUNTY Roane County Literacy Council 1082 North Gateway Ave. Rockwood, TN 37854 voice: 865-376-6663 Tammy Chadwell, AE Coordinator email: chadwellt1@roanestate.edu
Since the 1990s, the Roane County Literacy Council has pursued its mission to raise awareness of the importance of literacy in the community and to assist in raising funds to support the Roane County Adult Education Program. Roane County AE serves adults who wish to improve their educational skills by earning a GED, refreshing basic skills, or preparing to enter a post-secondary school or training.
ROBERTSON COUNTY RUTHERFORD COUNTY 113 Stonewall Dr. Smyrna, TN 37167 voice: 615-223-1391 John Key, Executive Director email: communityserve@bellsouth.net
Community Servants provides regular ESL and GED classes as an adjunct of the Rutherford Co. Schools Adult Ed Program, and they also provide Basic Literacy and ESL one-on-one tutoring. There is no fee. Volunteer tutors are always needed and training is provided.
Community Servants is a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency that has been providing literacy and housing services for 11 years. Their Community Kids program provides daily after school help with homework and reading to community children at no charge.
410 West Lytle Street Murfreesboro, TN 37130 voice: 615-494-0499 Cliff Sharp, Executive Director email: cliffsharptn@hotmail.com
Greenhouse Ministries is a faith-based organization that provides a variety of services to at-risk residents of the Murfreesboro area, including basic literacy instruction, GED preparation, and financial literacy instruction. Volunteers for tutoring or mentoring are always needed.
PO Box 12161 Murfreesboro, TN 37129 voice: 615-867-0581 Ronni Shaw, Executive Director email: ronnishaw@readtosucceed.org
Read To Succeed was established in 2003 as a non-profit organization with a focus on family literacy. By fostering partnerships between literacy providers and sponsoring literacy activities in the community, Read To Succeed fulfils its mission to promote reading in Rutherford County. Check their website at www.readtosucceed.org for a calendar of current activities and volunteer opportunities.
Read To Succeed provides trained tutors to adult learners in Rutherford County. To enroll or to volunteer, please call program manager Pidge Cash at 615-738-7323 or email her at read.to.succeed@comcast.net.
SCOTT COUNTY Clinch Valley Literacy Council - CVLC 131 S. Charles Seivers Blvd. Clinton, TN 37716 voice: 865-482-1776 or 865-457-7323 Lynn Cardwell, President email: lynnc7738@aol.com The CVLC was formed in 1998 as a merger of the former Tri-County Literacy Council (founded 1976) and the Anderson County Adult Literacy Council (founded 1984). The CVLC promotes quality literacy services to the residents of East Tennessee and provides support to local adult literacy provider programs, including the Anderson County Adult Basic Education program and the ESL program at the Oak Ridge YWCA computer lab. Service area includes Anderson, Morgan and Scott counties. SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SEVIER COUNTY
SHELBY COUNTY Collierville Literacy Council - CLC 167 Washington St. Collierville, TN 38017 voice: 901-854-0288 fax: same Karen Ray, Director email: cvilleliteracy@bellsouth.net The CLC is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) agency providing one-on-one tutoring to adult learners for basic reading, English as a Learned Language (ELL), and GED preparation and testing. Please contact the CLC to enroll in the program or to volunteer as a tutor. There is no fee. Memphis Literacy Council - MLC 902 South Cooper St. Memphis, TN 38104 voice: 901-327-6000 Gay Johnston, Executive Director email: gayjohnston@memphisliteracycouncil.org The MLC is a private non-profit agency offering adult literacy services, family literacy workshops, and ESL classes. Call to enroll in the program or to volunteer.
190 South Cooper Street Memphis, TN 38104 voice: 901-726-5902 fax: 901-726-1960 Sr. Lakshmie Napagoda, Director email: lnap5902@bellsouth.net DeNeuville Learning Center assists women of all backgrounds and cultures in learning the skills they need to make positive choices for themselves and their families. Classes offered include GED preparation, financial literacy, job readiness, computer studies, ESL, parent reading, and citizenship test preparation. DeNeuville also offers enrichment classes and counseling. Class schedules are flexible and child care is available at the discretion of the director. There is a registration fee of $20, and tuition is $5 per month. Volunteers are needed for a variety of assignments. Visit the website or call the Center for more details.
SMITH COUNTY STEWART COUNTY SULLIVAN COUNTY 326 Commerce St. Kingsport, TN 37660 voice: 423-392-4643 or 423-224-2357 Nada Weekley, Executive Director email: ltrcy@yahoo.com
The Literacy Council of Kingsport is a non-profit agency offering free basic literacy and ESL instruction to adults through one-on-one tutoring provided by trained volunteers. The service area includes Sullivan County as well as the eastern portion of Hawkins County. To enroll or to volunteer, please call for an appointment. The Council also provides volunteer tutors in the local school system for children needing help with reading.
Patricia Freedman Literacy Academy - PFLA 701 Goode Street Bristol, VA 24201 voice: 276-645-8790 Karen Gaylor, Coordinator email: lab@bvunet.net
The PFLA is a non-profit educational agency working in partnership with the Bristol Public Library. They provide help with basic literacy, GED preparation, ESL, and computer skills with one-on-one instruction at their facility. Instruction is provided by staff and volunteers. Although the agency is located in the state of Virginia, it serves the entire Bristol community, which includes a substantial portion of Sullivan County, Tennessee. There is no charge for instruction, but contributions are accepted. The PFLA is open year round, Monday through Friday, from 10am to 6pm.
SUMNER COUNTY Literacy Council of Sumner County - LCSC 260 W. Main St. City Square Shopping Center Hendersonville, TN 37075 voice: 615-822-8112 Margie Anderson, Executive Director email: info@literacysumner.org The LCSC is a private non-profit agency serving both adults and children with one-on-one tutoring in reading, math, or other academic problem areas. There is no charge for basic tutoring, and learners should call the program to enroll. Volunteer tutors are always needed, and training and support are provided. Call or visit the website for more details.
Sumner County Adult Education Advisory Council 255 E. Main St. Gallatin, TN 37066 voice 615-451-5425 Terry Huffman, AE Coordinator email: huffmant@k12tn.net
The Sumner County AE Advisory Council supports the Sumner County Adult Education Program through fundraising. Sumner County AE offers classes in GED preparation, ESL, basic skills, and Families First. All services are provided free of charge, and are supported by United Way.
TIPTON COUNTY Tipton County Literacy Council 220 Highway 51 North PO Box 486 Covington, TN 38019 voice: 901-475-0037 Jackie Walker, Executive Director email: jwalker@tipton-county.com
Since 1988, the Tipton County Literacy Council has been supporting the activities of the Tipton County Adult Education Program. The AE program provides lifelong learning opportunities through classes that allow individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to be successful parents, employees and citizens of Tipton County. TROUSDALE COUNTY UNICOI COUNTY UNION COUNTY VAN BUREN COUNTY WARREN COUNTY Adult Literacy services for Warren County residents are provided by the Warren County Adult Education Program, David Walker, Supervisor. Warren Co. residents seeking help with basic literacy skills, GED preparation, ESOL, or computer skills should contact the Adult Ed program. Community Education classes are also offered. WASHINGTON COUNTY Johnson City/Washington County Literacy Council 820 W. Market Street, Room #16 Johnson City, TN 37604 voice: 423-434-0206 David Egbert, AE Supervisor email: egbertd@jcschools.org
The Literacy Council supports the Johnson City/Washington County Adult Education Program services, which include classes in basic literacy, GED preparation, ESL, and computer skills.
WAYNE COUNTY WEAKLEY COUNTY WHITE COUNTY WILLIAMSON COUNTY Literacy Council of Williamson County 129 West Fowlkes St., Ste. 143 Franklin, TN 37064 voice: 615-472-5010 Rita Dozier, Executive Director email: ritad@wcs.edu
The Literacy Council of Williamson County provides one-on-one tutoring to help adult learners with basic reading and math skills, with GED preparation, and with English skills for non-native speakers. ESOL classes are also available. There is no fee, and learners should call the program to enroll. Volunteers tutors are always needed; please call for more information.
WILSON COUNTY
Adult Education Advisory Council of Wilson County - AEAC 107 North Greenwood Lebanon, TN 37087 voice: 615-443-8731 Bernadine Nelson, Adult Education Director
The AEAC is a charitable organization supporting the Wilson County Adult Education Program in their mission to meet the needs of all persons age sixteen and up who need to learn to read or improve their reading skills. The AE program also teaches math skills and life-coping skills that enable the individual to become self-supportive and build a feeling of self-esteem.
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