East Texas Literacy Council

08/17/2026

✨ We are hiring! ✨

ETLC is looking for a detail-oriented, proactive Data Support Specialist to manage student records and information, and to keep our adult learners on track to meet their goals!

If you’re someone who thrives on organization, values confidentiality, and loves making an impact in your community, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and be part of something meaningful! 💻

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08/14/2026

📚 ESL Registration is next week!

There's still time to enroll in English as a Second Language (ESL) classes through the East Texas Literacy Council!

Whether you're learning English for work, school, citizenship, or everyday communication, our classes provide a welcoming and supportive environment to help you reach your goals.

Upcoming Registration Dates:

📍 Beacon Center
1115 S. Mobberly, Longview
🗓 August 18 & August 20
⏰ 11:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.

📍 LISD Administration Building
1301 E. Young St., Longview
🗓 August 19

📍 Hallsville West Campus
2000 E. Loop 281, Hallsville, TX 75605
🗓 August 27

Learning English can open doors to new opportunities, new friendships, and greater confidence. If you've been thinking about taking classes, now is the perfect time to get started.

💚 We can't wait to welcome new students this fall!

08/13/2026

🎓 One student. One tutor. One goal. Countless possibilities.

Behind every GED earned is a story of determination.

This video features one of our adult learners who is working one-on-one with her tutor as she prepares for her GED. Every tutoring session, every math problem, and every hour spent studying brings her one step closer to achieving her goal.

Tutoring does more than build academic skills. It builds confidence, persistence, and belief in what's possible.

As our students work toward their GEDs, we are always looking for caring volunteers who can help them succeed. If you're comfortable with basic high school math and have an hour or two to give each week, you can make a real difference in someone's life.

💙 Volunteer as a math tutor and help an adult learner reach their goals. To learn more, contact the East Texas Literacy Council or visit our website. https://easttexasliteracycouncil.org/volunteer/tutors/

08/05/2026

08/04/2026

Ready to improve your English? Registration is coming up for East Texas Literacy Council's English as a Second Language classes!

Whether you want to improve your conversation skills, prepare for work opportunities, help your children with school, or feel more confident in everyday life, our ESL classes can help. Classes are designed for adult learners and provide a supportive environment where you can learn at your own pace.

ESL Registration Dates & Locations:

📍 Beacon Center 1115
S. Mobberly Ave., Longview
📅 August 18 🕚 11:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.
📅 August 20 🕚 11:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.

📍 LISD Administration Building
1301 E. Young St., Longview
📅 August 19 🕚 9:00 a.m.

📍 Hallsville West Elementary Campus
2000 E. Loop 281, Hallsville, TX 75605
📅 August 27 🕚 6:00 p.m.

Learning English can open doors to new opportunities, stronger connections, and greater confidence. We would love to help you take that next step. For more information, contact the East Texas Literacy Council at 903-757-9302.

💚 Your journey starts with registration. We look forward to seeing you there!

08/01/2026

⏰It's almost time for your kids to go back to school... is it time for you to complete your education too?

📆 Enrolling new adult students in our FREE GED course August 4 and 5!

☎️Call 903-757-9302 to hold your spot!

07/31/2026

🕷️ Even superheroes know the power of education.

At the end of Spider-Man: No Way Home, Peter Parker is shown unpacking his GED prep book, proving that no matter where life takes you, learning can help you move forward.

Whether you're starting fresh, finishing what you started, or pursuing a new goal, it's never too late to invest in your education.
The East Texas Literacy Council is here to help adults build literacy skills, earn their GED, and create new opportunities for themselves and their families.

Because every hero's journey starts with taking that next step.

📚 Ready to begin your own success story? Learn more about our programs today.

07/27/2026

Conference time! 📚✨
Learning together, growing together, and bringing back great ideas to better serve our community. Teamwork makes the dream work! 💙 📚

07/26/2026

⏰It's almost time for your kids to go back to school... is it time for you to complete your education too? If work gets in the way, we have evening options for you!

📆EVENING ENROLLMENT AUG 4-5 at 6pm
➡️EVENING CLASSES Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

☎️Call 903-757-9302 to hold your spot! Two forms of identification are required, please call our office for more details.

07/24/2026

This whiteboard hangs in one of our study rooms at the East Texas Literacy Council. It has been written on and erased so many times that, if you look closely, you can still see layers of old math problems.

Math can be intimidating for many of our students. But inside these rooms, they receive personalized support, encouragement, and the opportunity to keep trying until it clicks.

What inspires us most about this messy whiteboard is what that gray smudge represents. It tells the story of students who came back again and again, working through problems, learning from mistakes, and refusing to give up.

Success doesn't come from getting everything right the first time. It comes from showing up, putting in the effort, and sticking with the process.

Whatever challenge you're facing today, remember: the hardest part is often simply staying with it.
Keep going. 💚