Spring 2026 English language study started at the beginning of February. The storms delayed a few start dates, but everything came together. The last few years, we’ve focused on offering multi-level classes in different locations throughout the New River Valley. That focus was informed by the large number of students compared to available volunteers. This Spring term, we adjusted our efforts to provide student-focused, small group classes. We’ve also prioritized matching students with...

Do you believe every adult deserves the literacy skills they need to thrive? Literacy NRV is seeking an organized, relationship-driven, and mission-minded Volunteer Coordinator to support and grow our vibrant community of 150+ volunteer tutors and instructors. This part-time position (20 hours per week) plays a vital role in ensuring adults across the New River Valley receive high-quality basic literacy, ESOL, and workforce readiness support. If you love connecting people to purpose, building...

Vicki Brackett grew up in a family where giving back and volunteering were simply part of life—not an option, “it’s just what you did,” she said. So, when the opportunity arose to follow her passion for literacy, it was a natural fit for her to begin volunteering with Literacy NRV in 2019.  A licensed speech-language pathologist and private reading tutor focused on youth with dyslexia, Vicki, of Blacksburg, has generously shared her expertise, skills, and enthusiasm with Literacy NRV. Her...