Two Generations, One Heart
When Thanh first moved to Madison at the end of the Vietnam War, he worked as a dishwasher at a hotel, though he had a bachelor’s degree in science in Vietnam.
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Student Stories
Rosa gets a step closer to her dream of being a dental hygienist
Like many learners, Rosa wants to further her education at Madison College. She wants to become a dental hygienist.
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From homelessness to high school diploma: Seng’s story
“What kept me going when I was homeless was the good vibes I got from people I was working with.”
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“I can do better for my kids now” – Blanca and Lindsay’s six years of tutoring
Blanca and Lindsay met in January 2013, beginning what would become six years of weekly ESL tutoring sessions with Literacy Network.
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Lucy helps others learn after achieving her citizenship
For eight months, Lucy worked in class and with a tutor to study the language skills and U.S. civics topics she would need to pass the naturalization test.
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Claudell learned to read and write as a grandfather
“I knew I needed better medical attention as well as a better environment.”
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“Dreading the three letters, GED”: Stephanie’s Story
“I refused to be ashamed of me, of my story, and of my plan to start my own non-profit organization targeted towards homelessness.”
Stephanie shared some of her story at Reading Between the Wines last week.
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First Bhutanese Refugees in Madison become U.S. Citizens
Harka and Sancha Limbu and their family were the first Bhutanese refugees to be resettled in Madison in 2009. Last month, after studying with Literacy Network for years, they were sworn in as new U.S. citizens!
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Because of you, Rosa pursues her dream
“I have more opportunity to study, to have an education.”
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Phillip achieved his high school diploma for his family
When his young granddaughter asked for help with her homework Phillip Morgan knew it was time for him to get some help as well. He did what any wonderful grandfather would do, he not only told his grandchildren that education is important, he became a great role model.
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