by Julie Slack | Aug 27, 2026 | First Literacy Scholars 2025-2026, First Literacy Scholars 2026-2027
Deborah has always understood the power of education to improve people’s lives and create opportunities. Since moving to the United States, Deborah has held onto her commitment to her education, completing a Certificate in Biotechnology and Good Manufacturing...
by Julie Slack | Aug 27, 2026 | First Literacy Scholars 2025-2026, First Literacy Scholars 2026-2027
From his childhood in Haiti, Jean Carrel recalls his parents instilling in him the values of integrity, responsibility, and education. As a farmer, Jean Carrel’s father embodied the values of hard work and community involvement that Jean Carrel carries with him today....
by Julie Slack | Aug 27, 2026 | First Literacy Scholars 2026-2027, Showcase
Monique was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, and has always been driven by a deep curiosity about science, technology, and how things work. That passion led her to JVS and the Bridges to College program, where she built the skills and knowledge needed to...
by Julie Slack | Aug 27, 2026 | First Literacy Scholars 2026-2027
LaToya is a single mother of four who worked in leadership roles within nonprofit and clinical housing organizations for over fifteen years. As a mother, her focus was always on providing stability to her children, but due to a sudden layoff and a severe work-related...
by Julie Slack | Aug 6, 2024 | First Literacy Scholars 2024-2025
Safia is from Algeria where she obtained her high school diploma along with a certificate in financial accounting. She moved to Boston in May 2015 to seek healthcare, secure a good job, complete her education, and buy a house for her family. After a few years, she...
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