Miriam Lopez: From Citizenship & ESOL Learner to U.S. Citizen
When Miriam Lopez arrived in the US in 2000, she came for the same reason most people do: to make a better life for herself and her family. Over the […]
Celebrating This Year’s Citizens and Graduates
Please join all of us at Chatham Literacy in celebrating our newest United States Citizenship program graduates and U.S. citizens! For Fiscal Year June 30, 2024 – June 30, 2025, […]
Shonda Tuck and Lily Brabble: Opening Doors Through Financial Literacy
Financial literacy isn’t just about numbers — it’s about people, real lives, and the lasting effect that knowledge can have on families and their community. At Chatham Literacy, that impact […]
Dream Big, Budget Smart
Chatham Literacy began offering an innovative new Financial Literacy pilot in 2023. The pilot was so well received that it quickly became a core program offering. This multi-week course helps […]
Armando’s Journey: A Story of Growth and Pride
In a recent interview, we had the pleasure of speaking with Armando, one of our dedicated ESOL students at Chatham Literacy. According to his tutors, Sara Colaianni and Angela Privitere, […]
Chatham Literacy Learners Gather for an Evening of Recognition
Chatham Literacy celebrated its learners with a festive Student Appreciation Event on Tuesday, December 10th. The office was transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with Christmas decorations and a tree […]
Esther Carillo: An ESOL Lifetime Achiever
Esther Carillo is one of Chatham Literacy’s dedicated students in the ESOL program. Married to Luis Aguila, another participant who recently became a naturalized citizen, Esther is also the proud […]
Villaseñor Family Votes For the First Time As New Citizens
Earlier this year, Laura and Elizandro Villaseñor passed their citizenship exam with the help of Chatham Literacy tutors, Mr. and Ms. Mirkovich. Every Tuesday morning for almost a year, they […]
Celebrating Our Newest American Citizens!
We’re overjoyed to announce that 12 Chatham Literacy learners have achieved their dream of US citizenship this past year! Let’s give a round of applause to: * Elia Zaga (08/04/2023)* […]
The Sweet Success of Carolina Cravings
February 13, 2024 marks three years since Chatham Literacy students Yeraldyn (Yera) Martinez and Iliana Jesús Escalante-Palacios opened “Carolina Cravings”, a popular bakery in downtown Pittsboro. Many young businesses struggle […]