Indy Reads

Program Overview

For over 30 years, Indy Reads has promoted literacy to families and adults in Central Indiana. We believe that the foundation for success is literacy. High literacy levels give access to better educational, career, and developmental opportunities, but statistics show that 1 in 6 Hoosier adults currently read at or below a fifth-grade level. Through our interactive Community Classroom model, we offer programs for adult learners to increase literacy and English language proficiency.

Through our interactive Community Classroom model, we build the literacy, English language, and job readiness skills to empower adults and families to reach their full potential. We offer programs for adult learners to increase their literacy, English language proficiency, job readiness skills, and take a HSE test.

Our vision to, Make Indianapolis 100% Literate, will give everyone the necessary skills for a greater quality of life. For more information about all of Indy Reads' Community Classrooms, call (317)384-1496 or fill out the student registration form on our website, www.indyreads.org.

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Student and Volunteer Success Stories

Margaret M. began attending Indy Reads classes in September 2017. She had dropped out of high school and struggled against a lack of education and health challenges, but returned to school and received her GED at the age of 58. Despite her hard work, she didn't feel as though she truly deserved her GED as she still struggled to read and write. In just a few months, Margaret had advanced significantly, and her work ethic and ability to inspire her fellow students earned her the Student of the Year award for 2017. Now, just nine months later, Margaret has enrolled in a local college in pursuit of a medical degree program, and is looking forward to putting her education to work in serving others.