DYCD supports reading, writing, GED, and English language classes for youth and adults.

Adolescent Literacy Program - A pilot project for students in grades 6 and 7. Community organizations have partnered with 11 middle schools to offer after school programs designed to strengthen reading, writing, and communication skills. Students improve their literacy skills while working on engaging projects such as writing original plays or studying the environment.

Adult Literacy Program - Helps adults acquire reading and writing skills.

English Language Program - Whether you speak a little English or none at all, DYCD funds an English language program to meet your needs. 

Family Literacy Program - Offers parents and their school-aged children the opportunity to work together on developing their reading, writing, and English-language skills. Fifteen elementary schools and local community organizations have teamed up to offer these special classes. Parents not only improve their English language and literacy skills, they also learn how to become full partners in their children’s education.

Additional information:

• New Report on GED Testing in New York City
  An important new report on the GED Testing System in New York City was just released. “Our Chance for Change: A Four-year Reform Initiative for GED Testing in New York City,” by Jacqueline Cook examines the current system for GED testing and offers critical recommendations on how to improve it.