Literacy Coalition of Central Texas

The Literacy Coalition of Central Texas
Promoting Skilled Workers and Strong Families Through Literacy

One in four adults living in Texas Reads below the fifth grade level, placing Texas last in state literacy.

40% of the U.S. workforce lacks essential job skills. Read more

$70 billion is spent in unnecessary medical bills each year due to low health literacy.

The more often you read to a child, the more likely they are to develop good literacy skills.

55% of Texans have poor literacy skills

"Let your children see you reading for pleasure in your spare time." 19 more tips to encourage children to read.

31% of Texas prisoners are functionally illiterate.

Sunday, 23 November 2008

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Provider Networking Luncheon
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Literacy Provider Networking Luncheon When: Tuesday, April 25, From 11:30-1:00 Where: The Austin-American Statesman For more information, cal (512) 223-7975

Network Lunch
2008 Network Luncheon, Provider Advisory Council, and Instructional Area Group Meeting Dates

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