And they're going to even get harder in 2000. Marilyn Harris of Hastings has taught the GED program since 1982. Marilyn has challenged herself to help 1,000 students earn GEDs by the year 2,000. It is coordinate by Tami Robach of Hastings. To be eligible for the program, a family must have at least one child 8 years old or younger and the whole family has to be willing to participate.
Research shows that people stay with the program longer when the whole family is in it together.
Family literacy nights offer a free meal followed by whatever class is being offered at the time - including classes for the kids. Currently, HLP is running three ESL classes and one GED class where students work at their own pace. Workplace literacy groups are organized as employers have a need and citizenship assistance classes are planned as needed as well. 950 S. Burlington Ave.