Today, the National Center for Families Learning (NCFL), formerly the National Center for Family Literacy, reveals its new name and resources, adding to an already robust set of tools that supports all who make learning successful -- children, parents and educators.

Today, the National Center for Families Learning (NCFL), formerly the National Center for Family Literacy, reveals its new name and resources, adding to an already robust set of tools that supports all who make learning successful -- children, parents and educators.


As creator of National Family Literacy Day® and Month®, NCFL kicks off this celebration today with a nod to its past and a steady look to the future by evolving the way literacy is perceived -- as skills that exist on a continuum and fulfill the modern-day requirement of lifelong learning. NCFL believes learning does not end with becoming literate -- lifelong learning is crucial for success, opportunity and economic prosperity.


True to the organization's roots, the idea of moving from literacy to learning came from families enrolled in family literacy programs: learning is a positive, active and ongoing experience, and families enroll in programs to learn something specific -- how to read, get a better job or help their children with homework and beyond.


"Literacy will always be a cornerstone of what we do," said Sharon Darling, president and founder of NCFL, "and this move to learning is about being more inclusive and strengthening ties with the families and communities we serve by bringing our mission to life in everyday language."
NCFL continues to champion foundational concepts like Parent and Child Together (PACT) Time® and remains tightly connected to supporting parents and children working to improve basic literacy skills. NCFL reinforces its position as an ideal partner for families and educators alike with its new name and a host of resources available online, including the organization's new site, www.familieslearning.org, and the popular www.Wonderopolis.org.


"NCFL's foundation is the perfect springboard to explore new approaches and tools responsive to today's times. We look forward to many more announcements in the coming months," said Emily Kirkpatrick, NCFL's vice president.