The Learning Center House Of Connections

In addition to our core programming, TLC provides a Computer Literacy Program using computer-assisted instruction and broadband service. Many educational computer programs are available online, such as Burlington English, MyOpenMath and Learning Upgrade. 100% of our students participated in our computer literacy program which helped them improve in areas of: a. fluency b. comprehension c. critical thinking d. writing proficiency e. basic computer skills

To further support our literacy program and adult learners, TLC offered support services which included: a. GED and HISET test fees - Six (6) students received their High School Equivalency Certificate. b. Educational and cultural trips throughout the City of Chicago - 40% of the students we served attended these field trips. c. Public transportation assistance - TLC distributed 300 emergency transit cards to our students. d. Daily nutritious breakfasts and lunches - We served about 155 meals per week during FY 2024-2025. e. One-on-one or small group tutoring - Twenty-two (22) dedicated volunteer tutors provided 1,335.95 hours of supplemental instruction. At $30.97 per volunteer hour for Illinois, the total dollar value contributed by TLC literacy volunteers was $41,374.37. f. Food assistance program - 52 students received monthly produce boxes from Forty Acres Fresh Market. g. Digital Literacy program - 10 English as a Second Language students successfully completed this program.