Community Testimonials

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I've had the privilege of being part of the TLC family for almost twenty years, both as a Board member and sponsor. In that time, I have been continually impressed with the organization's leadership team and their dedicated commitment to improving the lives of the women they serve, all of which has been inspired through the years by the mission and support of the Sisters of St. Joseph.

Dr. Thomas Travis

Board Director of CSJ Learning Connection

As an administrator in the Brentwood school district, I have firsthand knowledge of how engaging and thoughtful the instructors have been and how they’ve continued to engage. The fact that so many of these adults have other occupations or jobs and still manage to come to these classes always impressed me. These programs will always be necessary, and The Learning Connection is one of the best.

Alex Richardson

Former Director of Adult Continuing Education, Brentwood UFSD.

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While I have seen the program grow and develop over the years, one thing has remained the same: The stellar quality of their services and the profound caring they demonstrate to the women they serve. TLC has consistently met/exceeded the SED benchmarks for program performance, ranking them as one of the best programs on Long Island. The impact TLC has on the women they serve is life-changing.

Martin Murphy

Regional Director for Adult Education New York State Education Department

The mission of TLC captures the heart of our CSJ mission and charism as they offer women from across the globe essential educational stepping stones to a promising future for themselves and their families. The dedication and loving commitment of the staff are extraordinary!

S. Tesa Fitzgerald

President of the Sisters of St. Joseph, Brentwood, NY

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The Learning Connection is a well-established, vibrant educational program devoted to women committed to learning English. It is a positive community presence making a difference in the lives of women and their families.

Florence Blyskal

Former Chair of TLC’s Board of Directors

We believe that in giving to The Learning Connection, we are providing an opportunity through education for these women to reach their potential and to succeed in this world.

Tom and Eileen Lamberti

Long-time Supporters of TLC

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