Welcome to Adult Learning Connection
Who
The Lake County Adult Learning Connection is a 501(c)3, non-profit coalition of three organizations concerned with adult and family literacy. These agencies include:
• College of Lake County
• Literacy Volunteers of Lake County
• Waukegan Public Library
What
The MISSION of the Lake County Adult Learning Connection is to extend educational opportunities to Lake County adult students and their families.
The Lake County Adult Learning Connection designs an education plan based on assessment, student goals, and abilities.
The Lake County Adult Learning Connection trains and supports tutors who volunteer their services to assist students in developing basic English communication skills in reading, writing and mathematics.
Why
Did you know that one in five adults in Illinois, more than 2 million people, are unable to read the information found on the back of a tube of toothpaste? According to United Way of Lake County, 13% of Lake County adults are unable to sign their name or are unable to locate the expiration date on a driver's license.