About
Literacy Coalition of Central Texas was founded in response to the need for a centralized location for literacy services.
MISSION: Literacy Coalition of Central Texas transforms the lives of adults by providing accessible education services and opportunities for economic advancement.
VISION: We envision a community that is 100 percent employable and self-sufficient.
Our Values
- Growth: We value the power of continuous growth and development and are committed to fostering an environment where learning is encouraged, progress is celebrated, and challenges are viewed as opportunities for improvement.
- Collaboration: We engage partners to maximize our network of resources, implement outside ideas, and keep a pulse on the issues facing our communities.
- Accessibility: We are committed to removing barriers to education and resources for adult learners, ensuring that they have the support they need to fully participate, learn, and grow.
Historical Timeline
2001
Literacy Coalition Founded
Literacy Coalition of Central Texas was founded in response to the need for a centralized location for literacy services.
2006
AmeriCorps Program
Launched the AmeriCorps program to help build capability for Literacy Coalition and other nonprofits in Central Texas.
2014
English@Work
A one-of-a-kind program that brings customized English lessons to the workplace.
Play & Learn
Piloted “Play and Learning” strategies to teach parenting strategies and school readiness.
2015
Workforce Infusion
Created a career development program that provides direct job coaching and skill building.
Ascend Center for Learning
Merged with the Ascend Center to provide direct services for adult basic education and high school equivalency.
2017
Social Services
Established the social services department to provide counseling, resource assistance, and other student support services.
2019
IET
Partnered with Austin Career Institute to provide an integrated education and training program for HVAC students.
2022
ESL Services
Expanded the “Play and Learning” program to include ESL for adults.
2023
Community-Based
Transitioned the organization from a traditional “Brick-and-Mortar” to community base. increasing accessibility and having classes where students are located.
The People behind the SCENES
Meet our team
Our diverse, passionate team is devoted to helping adults improve their lives. Our team’s dedication to the hardest-to-reach adults and those underserved has created pathways to education and economic mobility. Each member’s expertise provides students with the tools, resources, knowledge, and confidence to succeed.
Lisa M. Stewart
CEO
Sarah Forbes
VP of Development & Strategic Partnerships
Lulu Tovar
Director of Career Education
Lindsey Arasanagi
Director of Adult and Family Education
Jennifer Rameriz
ABE Instructor I
Liliana Galvez
Family Education Specialist II
Ruby Morales Escudero
Career Education Specialist II
Veronica Alfalla
Social Services Caseworker I
Lorena Santos
Job Coach
Brenda Escudero
Family Education Instructor I
The People behind the SCENES
Meet our board members
Board members are dedicated leaders who help guide the Literacy Coalition. They provide strategic oversight, ensure financial sustainability, and contribute their expertise and resources to support the work. They bring diverse perspectives and experiences and work collaboratively to ensure the Literacy Coalition fulfills its mission.
Seth Winick
Board Chair
Haley Mathews Winick & Kroll LLC
Amy (Brown) Musgrave
Board Vice-Chair
Texas Education Agency
Tiffany (Tirres) Fernandez
Secretary
Head of Ops & People
Tim Caperton
Treasurer
Susser Bank
Jeff Pinsker
Board Member
University Games
Bryan Lauer
Board Member
Scott, Douglass & McConnico, L.P.
The People behind the SCENES
Meet our funders
Literacy Coalition funders are dedicated to supporting adult education. Their financial support allows Literacy Coalition to provide low-cost and no-cost services to adult students in Central Texas.
