In May 1988, responding to a community need, the Rabbittown Learners Program opened its doors as an Adult Literacy Program. The Program was certified as a Basic Literacy/Level I ABE program in 1999 by the Department of Education. Today, the curriculum consists of various subjects including Math, Language, Basic Computer Training, Science, Social Studies, Government and Law, Workplace, Consumer Education, and a wide range of Critical Skills.

Adding to the program’s uniqueness is its level of interaction with other agencies in the community. This provides an integrated and innovative approach to literacy services. The Rabbittown Learners Program serves adults of all ages and backgrounds. It provides a safe, non-threatening environment that is adaptable for people with special needs.

The program has an ongoing support system where learners continue to receive help after they complete the program. The Rabbittown Learners Program extends its support and assists the learners in any needed areas. This may include help with resume writing, personal income tax returns, job application forms, and referrals to other agencies.

To the Rabbittown Learners, literacy embodies much more than academics. There are many issues that center around being illiterate. The program works with the whole person, including his/her barriers, strengths, weaknesses, hopes, aspirations and goals. Literacy is more than reading, writing, and employability. It reflects almost everything in a person’s life. Interaction with family, the ability to communicate, and the capacity to function in society, all have ties to literacy. While success is measured through academic testing, it is also reflected in personal growth and development.