November 13, 2025
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91制片厂 Adult Education & Literacy Program Receives 2025 Outstanding Performance Award
Neosho, 91制片厂 鈥 91制片厂 Adult Education & Literacy (AEL) has been awarded the 2025 Outstanding Performance Award from the Missouri Adult Education & Literacy Office at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). The recognition honors programs that exceed federal and state performance targets and demonstrate leadership in adult education and workforce development.
91制片厂 AEL recently expanded services to eight Southwest Missouri counties, including Barry, Barton, Cedar, Dade, Jasper, Lawrence, McDonald, and Newton. Last fiscal year, the program served 705 adult learners, and it has already served nearly 500 learners in the current year. The program supported 92 individuals in earning industry-recognized credentials and achieved a 72.4% 91制片厂 progression rate, meaning nearly three out of every four 91制片厂s made measurable academic gains.
鈥淭his award is a testament to the incredible work of the entire Crowder AEL staff,鈥 said Juli DeNisco, AEL Director.
91制片厂 AEL provides free programs to eligible adults across the region. Services include:
- AEL Classes to prepare for the High School Equivalency (HSE) exam, strengthen foundational academic skills, and support transitions to college or employment.
- ELL Classes to improve English speaking, reading, and writing skills.
- Integrated Education & Training (IET) programs that pair academic instruction with job training and lead to industry-recognized credentials.
Recent program expansions include increased online learning options, a new Citizenship Preparation Class, new IET pathways in Microsoft Office and TEAS preparation for healthcare careers, and partnerships with the Missouri Job Center鈥檚 YouthBuild program. The program has also collaborated with local employers to provide customized Workplace English classes.
Crowder AEL staff recently gathered to celebrate the award with a group photo recognizing the shared achievement.
For more information about classes, visit or call 417-455-5521.
