ReadWest Adult Literacy

A parent’s literacy skills can have a lasting impact on a child’s education. Research shows that when parents are engaged in literacy activities and learning, children demonstrate stronger literacy development and reading achievement. Parents who read, learn, and practice literacy skills at home help create an environment where education is valued and encouraged.

At ReadWest, we help adults build the literacy skills they need to achieve their goals—and strengthen the educational foundation of future generations.

Support adult literacy at ReadWest.org.

ReadWest is supported by Harris Jewelers and First Financial Credit Union.

📖 Word of the Month: Opportunity

Opportunity means a chance to learn, grow, or succeed.

Every day brings new opportunities to learn something new, build a skill, or take a step toward a goal.

💬 Use "opportunity" in a sentence in the comments below!

ReadWest is supported by Life Church and Sandia Area Federal Credit Union.

Constructive criticism can be tough to hear, but it can also help us learn and grow.

Check out our tips on handling feedback:
✔️ Listen before reacting
✔️ Focus on growth
✔️ Ask questions when you need clarification

At ReadWest, we know that learning is a journey. Being open to feedback can help us build new skills and reach our goals.

Share a time constructive criticism had a positive impact on your life in the comments!

Thank you to Comcast and Lundgren Chiropractic for supporting adult literacy in our community.

Throwback Student Story: Shahin

In 2022, Shahin shared her experience as a ReadWest student after moving to the United States from Iran. Through dedication, hard work, and support from ReadWest tutors, she improved her English skills and successfully prepared for the U.S. citizenship test alongside her husband.

"I started a new life in United States. Thank you ReadWest for all of these."

We're grateful that Shahin shared her story and honored to have been part of her literacy journey.

Thank you to Amazing Grace Personal Care Services and Garza McDonald's for helping support ReadWest's mission and the students we serve.

Read more student stories at ReadWest.org.

📚 Rio Rancho Public Schools are officially out for the summer! ☀️

Keeping literacy skills strong over the next few months can help set your child up for success when school starts again. Reading together, visiting the library, journaling, and practicing everyday reading activities are all great ways to keep learning going all summer long!

Comment below with your favorite ideas for supporting your child’s literacy this summer! 👇

Learn more about literacy programs at ReadWest.org

Thank you to Friends of the Library and the New Mexico Higher Education Department for supporting literacy in our community.

📚 Word of the Month: Resilience

Resilience means the ability to recover from challenges and keep going. At ReadWest, we see resilience every day as students and tutors continue learning, growing, and supporting one another. 💙

Comment below using “resilience” in a sentence!

Learn more about our mission at ReadWest.org

Thank you to our sponsors, Harris Jewelers and Applebee’s, for supporting literacy in our community.

You might have spotted these wonderful volunteers in our newsletter, but we wanted to give another special shoutout to our amazing group tutors! 💙

Teaching a group class is a meaningful way to support adult learners and strengthen our community. Thank you to Ron R, Lori S, Cathy V, Sharon E, Debra M, Heather O, Eimen U, LeAnn P, Sue F, Brooke K, Inocencia T, Maura L, Drew H, Kara M, Emma Lia M, Marshall M, Yvette V, John G, and all the volunteers who stepped in to help our students succeed this year.

Thank you for sharing your time, encouragement, and knowledge with ReadWest students!

Interested in making a difference too? Join our incredible volunteer team at ReadWest.org

Special thanks to Life Church and the Rio Rancho Chamber for supporting our mission.

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Volunteer with ReadWest and help change lives through literacy, learning, and support in our community. ❤️📚

Whether you have a few hours a week or more, your time can make a lasting impact.

Learn more about volunteering at ReadWest.org

Thank you to Comcast and Starbucks for supporting ReadWest and our community!

Do you have any book recommendations? Share your favorites in the comments below! Whether it’s fiction, nonfiction, mystery, memoir, or a children’s book you love reading with family, we’d love to hear your suggestions.

Your recommendation might inspire someone else to pick up their next book. 💙

Thank you to our sponsors, Amazing Grace Personal Care Services and Garza McDonald’s, for supporting literacy in our community.