ReadWest Adult Literacy

Throwback Student Story: Shahin

In 2022, Shahin shared her experience as a ReadWest student after moving to the United States from Iran. Through dedication, hard work, and support from ReadWest tutors, she improved her English skills and successfully prepared for the U.S. citizenship test alongside her husband.

"I started a new life in United States. Thank you ReadWest for all of these."

We're grateful that Shahin shared her story and honored to have been part of her literacy journey.

Thank you to Amazing Grace Personal Care Services and Garza McDonald's for helping support ReadWest's mission and the students we serve.

Read more student stories at ReadWest.org.

You might have spotted these wonderful volunteers in our newsletter, but we wanted to give another special shoutout to our amazing group tutors! 💙

Teaching a group class is a meaningful way to support adult learners and strengthen our community. Thank you to Ron R, Lori S, Cathy V, Sharon E, Debra M, Heather O, Eimen U, LeAnn P, Sue F, Brooke K, Inocencia T, Maura L, Drew H, Kara M, Emma Lia M, Marshall M, Yvette V, John G, and all the volunteers who stepped in to help our students succeed this year.

Thank you for sharing your time, encouragement, and knowledge with ReadWest students!

Interested in making a difference too? Join our incredible volunteer team at ReadWest.org

Special thanks to Life Church and the Rio Rancho Chamber for supporting our mission.

Do you have any book recommendations? Share your favorites in the comments below! Whether it’s fiction, nonfiction, mystery, memoir, or a children’s book you love reading with family, we’d love to hear your suggestions.

Your recommendation might inspire someone else to pick up their next book. 💙

Thank you to our sponsors, Amazing Grace Personal Care Services and Garza McDonald’s, for supporting literacy in our community.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. ☀️💚

At ReadWest, we believe literacy, support, and community connection can help people grow with confidence and resilience. Mental health matters at every stage of life.

For mental health resources and support information, visit SAMHSA.org.