(Robinson) – This week marks Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. The week serves as a reminder that reading, writing and basic math remain an elusive target for 36 million adults nationwide. Lincoln Trail College offers people the opportunity to receive a GED with free classes. Lincoln Trail College Learning Skills Center Director Rena Gower says GED graduates earn an average of $9000 more a year than those without a high school diploma. The next GED classes at the College begin October 15th. LTC will offer both day and evening classes. Gower says before starting the GED class, students need to attend a two-day orientation which is set for Oct. 9th and 11th. Students must attend both days. Students can register for the free GED classes by calling 618-544-8657.
