The Adult Academy sponsors Expressions, a bi-weekly journal of learner writings. Expressions prints and distributes submissions by learners from literacy programs across Southeastern New England. Literacy learners from a wide range of programs sit on the Editorial Board of Expressions, which meets bi-weekly at the Adult Academy. The Editorial Board makes all final decisions as to selection criteria, topic, content, and layout of the newsletter Ann Chahroudi, Coordinator. Writers Groups Learners in Writers' Groups meet weekly to discuss an work on their own writings, giving one another feedback, constructive criticism, and support throughout the writing process.
Learners frequently submit pieces to Expressions.
The Adult Academy runs groups at senior citizens'' centers and mental health treatment and support facilities throughout the greater Providence area, and within Adult Academy programs. Cathy McDonald, Coordinator. Earnest Okwara, Coordinator. Volunteers work weekly with the client for two hours of tutoring. Laura Mandaro, Coordinator.