Education and Literacy

1:1 Tutoring

Support for adults with reading, writing, speaking, listening, job-seeking skills and GED and college prep. $25, one-time fee Blue Ridge Literacy 706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-265-9339 or info@brlit.org

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

These programs provide classroom and clinical training required by the Virginia Board of Health Professions. Total Action for Progress (TAP) 302 2nd St., S.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-767-6224 or tapintohope.org

Citizenship Preparation Classes

U.S. citizenship test preparation for adults; classes teach conversation, reading, writing and civics. $25 registration Blue Ridge Literacy 706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-265-9339 or info@brlit.org

ESOL Classes

Beginner, intermediate and advanced classes for speakers of other languages who want to improve their English skills. Call for dates and times. $25 registration, $10/semester Blue Ridge Literacy 706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-265-9339 or info@brlit.org

GED Preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes and National External Diploma Program

Adult high school equivalency programs designed to help students earn a GED or adult high school diploma. Adult learners can also increase English language skills by joining an ESL class. $25-35 ESL workbook purchase is required Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Region 5 Adult Education Contact: ldecosta@salem.k12.va.us or regionfiveadulted.com

GoodCare

A health care training program where participants will receive supportive services, life skills training, education and assistance, including basic education and GED prep. Goodwill Industries of the Valleys 2502 Melrose Ave., N.W., Ste. B, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-581-0620 ext. 219 or goodwillvalleys.com

Head Start and Early Head Start

High-quality preschool, child care and family support for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, plus prenatal education for pregnant women. Total Action for Progress (TAP) 302 2nd St., S.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-767-6093 or tapintohope.org

Information Technology Training

Improve your computer knowledge or train for a career in the IT industry. Goodwill Industries of the Valleys 2502 Melrose Ave., N.W., Ste. B, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-581-0620 or goodwillvalleys.com

Project Discovery

Cultural workshops, guidance in class selection, SOL and SAT prep, financial aid, college life workshops and college campus tours for first-generation collegebound students. Total Action for Progress (TAP) 108 N. Jefferson St., Ste. 517, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-767-6035 or tapintohope.org

Star City Reads Toy Initiative

Check out toys suitable for children ages 6 months to 6 years. Toys are paired with books and help promote fine motor skills, gross motor skills, cognition and imaginative play. Roanoke Main Library 706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-853-2475 or roanokeva.gov/892/Libraries

Supplemental Virtual Library Programs for Adults and Children

For Adults: Professional Writing 101, March 16, 4 – 5 p.m. Microsoft Word: Beyond the Basics, March 17, 6 – 7 p.m. Excel Functions, March 24, 6 – 7 p.m.

For Children: March Madness Tournament of Books, March 1-31, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Storytime @ Home, March 11, 25 and 30, 10 – 10:45 a.m. Spring Into Fiction, March 22, 4 – 5 p.m. Roanoke County Libraries Register for free at: roanokecountyva.gov

SwiftStart

Secure higher wage jobs with affordable, quality childcare while you train in health care, information technology and advanced manufacturing. Total Action for Progress (TAP) 108 N. Jefferson St., Ste. 517, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-767-6220 or tapintohope.org