People from all walks of life gather at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library for the District 214 Read to Learn program, which helps area residents improve their English reading skills through one-on-one tutoring.

Mark Welsh | Staff Photographer

People from all walks of life gather at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library for the District 214 Read to Learn program headed by Kelly Barinholtz of Algonquin. Area residents improve their English reading skills through one-on-one tutoring.

Mark Welsh | Staff Photographer

Chieko Katsuma of Vernon Hills works with tutor Inge Fertig of Arlington Heights at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library for the District 214 Read to Learn program.

Mark Welsh | Staff Photographer

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The Read to Learn program has helped thousands of residents across the suburbs improve their literacy skills, earn their U.S. citizenship and reach their goals. As the suburbs have become more diverse, the program finds great demand from residents working on their English skills and hoping for a better life.

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