Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci (R,C,WF,I–Huntington Station) recently joined students in the Opening Word Program in Huntington Station. The program works to promote adult literacy among immigrant women in central Long Island. Lupinacci was invited to tour the facility and meet the students and teachers involved in the program. Lupinacci used the visit as a chance to meet and thank the students who recently wrote him letters.
“The Opening Word program provides adult immigrants across Long Island with the language foundation they need to integrate and excel in our communities,” said Lupinacci. “It was a pleasure reading their letters and I was incredibly happy to have the opportunity to address the students today. Talking to them about the role of the Assembly and addressing their concerns and questions on issues like immigration, housing and crime were tremendously insightful. It’s especially exciting to see their interest in civic engagement.”
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The Opening Word works to promote adult literacy in central Long Island. The program teaches the English language to immigrant women who are often undereducated and underemployed. By teaching English to those eager to learn, the program helps them live as productive members of society in the United States.
