Literacy Pittsburgh Student Newsletter ![]() December Digital Skills Classes Improve your computer skills with Microsoft Office, email, job searching, online safety, and more through free in-person classes in Beaver County and Allegheny County. Current class calendars are on our website, and students can sign up for a workshop directly from the site.Service Coordination Office Hours: Winter Preparedness In preparation for the colder months, the Literacy Pittsburgh Service Coordinators will be doing on-the-spot referrals for free smoke detector installations from the Red Cross and partner agency referrals to apply for the Dollar Energy Fund. These office hours will be at Literacy Pittsburgh's Downtown Center on December 4 and 5 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. We will also have Virtual Office Hours at the same time on Zoom for tutored and virtual students. Use this Zoom link to join virtually. Please stop by these office hours if you need help getting a referral for the Dollar Energy Fund or a free smoke detector installation. Student & Career Services Updates Upcoming Workshops and Events Career Spotlight: Software Developer American Workforce Culture Workshop Maggie Lizzie from JFCS is offering a workshop on American Workforce Culture. The workshop will give you the skills and knowledge about American work culture, social norms, and how to navigate the nuances of working in the US job market. This is a one-time event and registration is required. Career Class! – New Choices Get ready to get a job with this class from PA Women Work!
The class is open to any Literacy Pittsburgh student, regardless of gender. Career Workshops for Waiting Students This is a series of 3 workshops available to all students – even before you start classes. These workshops are designed to get you thinking about your goals, and to ease you into learning with us. This month's offerings are:
Classes are open to all Literacy Pittsburgh Students, but we will prioritize waiting students. Interested? Register here. CCAC Information Session Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) will join Literacy Pittsburgh to present information about its programs, financial aid, and the application process. The event is open to all current and former Literacy Pittsburgh students. Interested? Register here. Need a job? Talk to Meghan from PA CareerLink! PA CareerLink is an organization dedicated to helping Pennsylvanians get jobs and build job skills. The PA CareerLink representative can meet with you one-on-one to evaluate your job goals, connect you with resources, review your resume, and give advice. Want to schedule a meeting? Have questions? Email cangelo@literacypittsburgh.org. NEW – Career Help Walk-In Sessions Join Emma during her office hours for quick career help, such as asking a question, getting feedback on a resume, or any other career-oriented questions you may have. Sessions will occur on a walk-in basis – no need to schedule in advance. Have questions or concerns? Email epetrick@literacypittsburgh.org Student Spark Award Recognition We are excited to recognize the following students for our inaugural Student Spark Award! Students are nominated by their teacher or tutor and this list represents nominations received from August through October 31st. Congratulations to all!
Free At-Home COVID-19 TestsEvery home in the U.S. is eligible to order an additional 4 free at-home tests beginning November 20. If you did not order tests this fall, you may place two orders for a total of 8 tests. Your order of COVID tests is completely free – you won’t even pay for shipping. Project Bundle Up - The Salvation Army Through Project Bundle Up, children up to 18 years old are provided up to $75 for new winter outerwear items, while seniors aged 62 years and older typically receive $100 for the purchase of winter items to keep warm during the cold months. Individuals can qualify once every two years. The program provides funding to nearly 5,000 individuals annually. Student Success StoriesCongratulations to the following students! ![]() Digital Skills instructor Adrianna Wright with student Sheila Barnes and the 14 certificates she has earned over the past year and a half through classes taken at Literacy Pittsburgh. Five years ago, Nicolette was so proud to be recognized as a high graduate. Today, she is the proud owner of Parlor of the Pooch (parlorofthepooch.com) in Brighton Township. Her business will be two years old in February! ![]() ![]() Congratulations to Literacy Pittsburgh student Aunel Kimbembe Makaya who was recently selected for the Heinz Creative Award 2023 for his documentary film project. Find out more at the link. We congratulate the graduates of the PIT2Work Program! We are proud to collaborate on this terrific program that moves people from learning to earning. ![]() ![]() Thank you to Comcast for donating 100 laptops to Literacy Pittsburgh! These will be available to students who lack technology at home. Technology access and digital skills are the focus of our Digital Navigator partnership with United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania. Share your success story with us! You can help inspire others who are overcoming barriers and working toward their goals. Email it to Najlaa at nebrahim@literacypittsburgh.org “ If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door." |