Cindy Smith
Coordinator of Community Literacy Programs
Phone: 937-499-1450

Mary Ann MacKenzie
Secretary
Phone: 937-499-1450

Joy Damrell
Grant Assistant
Phone: 937-499-1450









The Office of Community Literacy Programs oversees Adult, Family, and Early Childhood Literacy programs through the Kettering City School District.

The ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education) Program helps adults learn basic literacy skills and to work toward earning the GED Diploma. ABLE also assists adult who are learning English as a second language.  All ABLE classes are free.

The Even Start Family Literacy Program works with families who are parenting young children (at least one child 7 years old or younger). Parents must need adult education services and live in Montgomery County to be eligible.  Participation in Even Start is free.

The Pathfinders Preschool Program provides 3 and 4 year old children with a high quality preschool education, focusing on academic and social preparation for entry into kindergarten. Scholarships are available as well as reduced fees based on household income.

The KIDS Club Program is a school age childcare program exclusively for kindergarten children enrolled in the Kettering District. KIDS Club provides a variety of enrichment activities to enhance and support the kindergarten curriculum. This program is fee-based with limited financial assistance.