May 15, 2025
Adult education took the spotlight on May 8, 2025, when Seeds of Literacy hosted its most ambitious fundraiser yet — Legends of Literacy: Providing the Soundtrack of Success — at the iconic Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. (Presented by Carnegie Management & Development Corporation, with support from …
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May 12, 2025
This article originally appeared in Cleveland Jewish News in May 2025. SILVER LININGS: LENNY HOROWITZ For Cleveland Heights resident Leonard Horowitz, helping his community is in his blood – or rather, his blood helps his community. Horowitz regularly donates blood every eight weeks along side working with Seeds of Literacy …
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May 07, 2025
Each year, our celebration of Volunteer Appreciation Week concludes with a special event—a small but heartfelt token of our gratitude. Volunteer Coordinators Christine Lee and Bryce Cooney worked hard to ensure this year’s event was memorable. THE VENUE On Friday, May 2, Seeds served up scoops of gratitude—sprinkled with love …
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March 19, 2025
3/18/2025 CLEVELAND – Assistant Program Director Chris Richards and Student Ambassador Tina Weaver were joined by Education Reporter Conor Morris on Ideastream’s NPR “Sound of Ideas” to discuss the importance of adult literacy and how Seeds is addressing the need. They covered what brings people through the door at Seeds, …
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March 18, 2025
3/18/25 This article originally appeared in the Cleveland Jewish News website and was written by Lydia Kacala. In Ohio, 17.7% of people have low literacy levels, according to a study from the World Population Review. The study also reports that 35% of fourth graders sit below “basic reading level.” Connie …
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December 10, 2024
Cleveland, OH (12/10/24) – Seeds of Literacy (Seeds), a leading provider of adult basic education and GED® preparation services, will host two informational sessions in January 2025 for individuals curious about becoming volunteer GED tutors. Event Details: Why Attend?“By hosting these informational sessions, we’re hoping to provide an engaging, no-pressure …
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November 21, 2024
~Understanding the Adult Ed Alphabet Soup~ ~ Revised November 21, 2024. Originally posted November 8, 2017 ~ Most people have childhood memories of letter-shaped SpaghettiOs® or alphabet soup, quick, and inexpensive warm meals served by busy parents. But as adults, the term “alphabet soup” takes on a far less nostalgic …
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November 21, 2024
On November 14, 2024, Seeds of Literacy’s second in-person Trivia Time fundraiser brought the house down at Market Garden Brewery, smashing attendance and fundraising goals. “We sold out! It was standing room only,” said Kim Fetty, Seeds’ new Director of Development. “It was my first Seeds event, and it exceeded …
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October 28, 2024
Pictured left to right: Chris Richards, Todd Seabrook, Alex Ippolito CLEVELAND, OHIO – October 2024 – At this year’s annual Ohio Association for Adult and Continuing Education (OAACE) conference and awards ceremony, held over two days in Columbus, Seeds of Literacy celebrated remarkable achievements, earning top awards in every category …
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August 26, 2024
[2024-08-30] CLEVELAND – Seeds of Literacy now offers an inclusive online experience, ensuring that website visitors can access content and services without barriers. As part of a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Seeds has implemented Recite Me assistive technology on the website. This allows visitors to customize their digital experience …
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