FAMILY LITERACY CENTER

MACON CO. R-I
408 Blees Industrial Drive
MACON, MO 63552
Other K - 12th
School Overview
The Family Literacy Center, located at 204 Crescent in Macon, Missouri, operates as an educational resource hub focused on improving foundational academic skills for both children and adults. Rather than functioning as a traditional K-12 school, the center typically provides specialized programming such as adult basic education, high school equivalency (HiSET/GED) preparation, and early childhood literacy support. Its mission is centered on the belief that literacy is a multi-generational process, offering services that aim to break cycles of low literacy by helping parents and children grow their academic capabilities simultaneously.

In addition to academic instruction, the center serves as a vital community support system in Macon. By providing a structured, supportive learning environment, it helps individuals overcome barriers to employment and educational advancement. Whether through language acquisition, reading proficiency, or essential life skills training, the Family Literacy Center acts as a bridge for members of the community seeking to enhance their personal and professional opportunities through the power of education.
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School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: MACON CO. R-I
Phone: (660)395-8060
Website: http://maconael.com
Grade Range: K - 12th
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NSLP Participation:1 No
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* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

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