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African Heritage Early Literacy

Free, interactive parent and child program

Families are able to help their children develop essential early literacy skills at home and gain confidence in their own ability to become active partners in their children's education. The program provides information and resources on how families can establish a positive home-school connection by:

  • Understanding the important role parents play as their child's first teachers.
  • Recognizing behavioral and academic expectations of Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • Becoming familiar with school programs and services such as interpreters, parent liaisons, health and nutrition services, library services, enrichment programs and before and after school care.
  • Parents receive a certificate of participation upon completion of the program, as well as books and other materials.

Class Schedule Fall 2024

Wednesday/Friday Classes begin March 5

Saturday Classes begin March 1.

SitesDaysTimes
Fort Belvoir Primary School
5980 Meeres Rd, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060		Wed/Fri10 a.m. - noon
Lorton Community Center
9520 Richmond Hwy, Lorton, VA 22079		Sat10 a.m. - noon
Sequoyah Community Center
8010 Seven Woods Dr, Alexandria, VA 22309		Wed/Fri10 a.m. - noon

Program Information

  • This program is for Fairfax County residents only. Proof of residency will be verified on the first day of class.

Questions and More Information

Paula Dodoo
[email protected]
703-204-4380

Registration Form for the Early Literacy Program

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