National Adult Literacy Database

January 15, 2001

he following story was written by Brenda Desmond, from Antigonish, Nova Scotia. Brenda takes literacy classes at the Antigonish County Adult Learning Association (ACALA).

Why I Came Back For Upgrading

By Brenda Desmond

I came back to upgrading classes for a second year because I found that there were more skills that I needed. I needed more help in math and other subjects that I was a little weak in. Also some things were really confusing to me, so I decided to come back to improve my skills and understanding.

My goal is to get a better education. I also want my children to have a good education so that when they get older they can make something out of themselves. I feel that coming back a second year really helped me. I want to reach for the top.

[This story was taken with permission, from Special Writings by Special People, a collection of writings by adult learners from upgrading programs in Nova Scotia, published by the Antigonish County Adult Learning Association (ACALA).]