Community Programs
Meriden Adult Education endorses and participates in a variety of community learning programs including the following:

Meriden Public Library
The Library is your one stop for information. We offer comprehensive adult and children’s collections; a computer system that links you to other libraries throughout the state; bookmobile services; and satellite programs at 3 Meriden elementary schools. Call 203-238-2344 for more information or visit us online. Also at the Meriden Public Library:

• Literacy Volunteer Tutor Training – Become a Literacy Volunteer by learning the techniques of teaching Basic Reading or English as a Second Language (ESL). In our 18-hour training, you will learn how to teach basic skills. No prior teaching or college experience required. Materials and instruction are free of charge. Call 203-237-1714.
• Children First Initiative – CFI improves the lives of Meriden children and families through increased parent involvement in civic life. We provide parents with training programs, serve as a citywide convener on children’s issues, and sponsor and disseminate key research on the status of Meriden’s families. Call 203-630-3566 or visit our website.

Family Resource Center
Meriden’s Family Resource Centers are school and home-based programs for families of children from birth to age five. Parent/child interactive playgroups, workshops and home visits give parents the skills to be their child’s first teacher of language, social, emotional and physical development. Call 203-238-2316 or 203-237-4743.

Senior Buddy Readers
For Meriden citizens over 50...Become a Senior Buddy Reader!  Senior Buddy Readers is a volunteer program that unites senior citizens with 1st and 2nd graders in the Meriden Public Schools.  Seniors are taught reading strategies to help the children improve their reading skills.  For more information, call Meriden Children First Initiative at (203) 630-3566.