Adult learners studying to earn a high school equivalency diploma through YWCA Tri-County Area received a boost today from the members of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s Valley Forge Alumnae Chapter. Christi Hilliard (left) and Tracey Howard (right) present a donation check to Veronica Barna, director of YWCA Tri-County Area’s Education and Training Center. Members… Continue Reading
Adults in the Norristown area interested in earning a high school diploma or improving their mastery of English may enroll in free classes sponsored by YWCA Tri-County Area’s Education and Training Center. Classes begin February 19. Adults who want to earn a high school diploma may enroll in the 12-week session, which will help them… Continue Reading YWCA Tri-County Area offers free adult education in Norristown
Older adults seeking volunteer opportunities in their Montgomery County communities can once again join the Foster Grandparents Program, now sponsored by YWCA Tri-County Area. Foster Grandparents Program, a program of the federal Corporation for National and Community Service, engages adult volunteers age 55 and older to stay active by serving children and youth in their… Continue Reading Foster Grandparents begin volunteering in Montgomery County
The winter session for YWCA Tri-County Area’s evening high school equivalency classes will begin February 25. Adults who want to earn a high school diploma may enroll in the 13-week session, which will help them improve basic skills in math, reading, and other subjects, and prepare them to test for the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Secondary School… Continue Reading Evening High School Equivalency classes begin in February
EMERGENCY CLOSURE/SEVERE WEATHER PLANS Severe weather conditions may require a YW3CA closure. The notice will be sent via Tadpoles to Early Education Center parents/caregivers via text and email on the Emergency Contact Form. King Street, Pottstown EEC uses the Pottstown School District schedule as guide for schedule changes due to inclement weather. Church Street, Royersford… Continue Reading Severe Weather Policy
Pre-K Counts, a state-sponsored preschool program for children 3-5 years old, are open and accepting students at the Royersford United Methodist Church, 380 Church St., Royersford. YWCA Tri-County Area will operate Pre-K Counts in Royersford; the organization has operated Pre-K Counts in Pottstown since 2010. Pre-K Counts is designed for pre-kindergarten children ages 3-5; eligible… Continue Reading Pre-K Counts classrooms open in Royersford
YWCA Tri-County Area celebrates U.S.’ latest citizen More than 18 months of studying and preparation for U.S. citizenship have paid off for Gertrudis Altavista Mieses de Lucas, a Pottstown resident and native of the Dominican Republic who moved to the United States six years ago. Gertrudis became a U.S. citizen in September after completing a… Continue Reading YWCA Tri-County Area celebrates U.S.’ latest citizen
Thank you to all YW Staff, Volunteers, and Board Members. Our collective work is being recognized and acknowledged! Last night, over 110 YW Supporters gathered and celebrated our mission to eliminate racism, empower women & girls, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. This is possible due to the efforts of our teachers… Continue Reading YW3CA serving for 110 years
Orientation sessions for Pennsylvania CareerLink employment services will be available in Pottstown one Friday each month at YWCA Tri-County Area, 300 King Street, beginning Friday, September 28. The Welcome Aboard sessions provide an overview of all available services through PA CareerLink, a one-stop workforce assistance organization. Attending the Welcome Aboard orientation is a required… Continue Reading YWCA Tri-County Area Teams with Pennsylvania CareerLink for Welcome Aboard Orientation in Pottstown
by Jean Kowalski 1858 — YWCA, the United States’ first women’s organization, is formed as the “Ladies Christian Association” in New York. 1908 — Fifty women meet at the First Presbyterian Church to launch a Pottstown association of the Young Women’s Christian Association. Membership was $1. Its headquarters were at 16 S. Franklin St. 1909 — YW begins… Continue Reading 110 Years of the Pottstown YWCA
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