NYSED Awards $4.25 Million to BMCC for Literacy Zone and Digital Works Programs
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Tuesday, August 30, 2022
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For more than 30 years, BMCC has provided high quality Adult Basic Education, ESOL and High School Equivalency programs.
Key Points:
- For more than 30 years, BMCC has provided high quality Adult Basic Education, ESOL and High School Equivalency programs.
- With the NYSED grants, BMCC can continue to provide the educational component of these offerings in partnership with organizations that offer necessary wrap around services, case management, and career training.
- The NYSED award strengthens BMCCs fruitful partnerships with the Citys community organizations through the Bridges Literacy Zone at Hamilton Madison House, the Chinatown East River Literacy Zone at the Educational Alliance and the Lower East Side Literacy Zone at P.S.
- All three Literacy Zones address the literacy and English language proficiency needs of individuals and families by referring them to appropriate educational programs leading to college and post-secondary programs.