RABBITTOWN LEARNERS PROGRAM

The Rabbittown Learners Program was established in 1988 in response to a neighborhood in need. The financial support was received from the Federal Department of Employment and Immigration. The mandate at the time was to provide social and development support to individuals living in the St. John's area described as "Rabbittown."... To provide Basic Literacy Level 1 (ABE) training so adults can upgrade reading and writing skills reflective of working conditions and supportive family living, and to provide support and motivation to the adult learner with the purpose of helping them achieve personal goals. The Rabbittown Learners Program is a Basic Literacy / ABE Level 1 Program which offers upgrading for persons wishing to advance to the Grade Six level of education in order to increase chances for employment, or to carry on to higher education. While there is no minimum level of education required to enter the program, New Canadian students are required to pass the Level 5 Canadian..

Also known as: Rabbittown Learners Program Inc