In the beginning, this outreach-centered approach taught immigrants how to use such things as a stove, how to use cleaning products, and the danger of them. I was recently told of a story where a lady severely burned her hands using oven cleaner without gloves. The teamwork of Harvey Hall and REEP has shown me that together they provide new arrivals with a way into understanding a new culture. The six outreach centers provide immigrants with a basic understanding of English. It seems this way because the classes do not build from one another.
Class is offered four times a week but each class is taught by a separate volunteer teacher.
So the classes lack the continuity that builds from one class to another class. It was explained to me that it is hard to establish this type of class at Harvey Hall just because not all students can come to each class. Sisto is a good example, knowing that his schedule changes day to day. This is why I would say Harvey Hall is an entry point into out society as well as our educational system. They provide immigrants with a way into a progressive system of education.