"Eating an Elephant: How Title I and Title II Programs Can Work Together and Prosper"
Date & Time: July 27 at 12:15 pm
Description: Collaborative relationships between the Title I and Title II providers are necessary to align education, training programs, and supportive services with the needs of local employers to help individuals connect successfully to work and advance to higher levels of education. Ryan will share his region’s story as a potential example for other workforce development areas across Pennsylvania. There will be ample time for questions and answers.
Presenter's Bio:
Ryan Breisch began his career with the Literacy Council of Reading-Berks in 1993 when he served as a volunteer tutor. In November 1995, he joined the staff as a curriculum developer and ESL (English as a Second Language) coordinator. In 2010, Ryan became the Executive Director, providing administrative and financial leadership of the agency.
Under Ryan’s guidance, the staff is now using a curriculum that reflects the College and Career Readiness Standards. In 2003, Ryan received an Adult Basic and Literacy Education Outstanding Teacher award, which recognizes Pennsylvania practitioners who reflect best practices in their teaching and learning.
Ryan holds a B.A. in Spanish from Kutztown University and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from LaSalle University’s Nonprofit Center. Ryan has also served as the President of PAACE, the Pennsylvania Association for Adult and Continuing Education.
He lives in Sinking Spring with his wife, Jillian, and sons, Matthew, Benjamin and Andrew.
