Anna Norton, The Literacy and Learning Center

This holiday season, The Literacy & Learning Center honors the volunteers, donors, and families who fuel its mission of free, transformative education in Highlands.

This Thanksgiving, students at The Literacy & Learning Center share what they’re most grateful for—from mentors and friends to family and the safe, supportive space where learning comes to life.

As the 2025–26 school year begins, The Literacy and Learning Center invites families to enroll in its free, high-quality educational programs—from Pre-K to after-school tutoring—designed to support learners of all ages across Macon County.

From humble beginnings in a church basement to a thriving educational hub, The Literacy & Learning Center has spent over 30 years empowering learners of all ages on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau—one book, one student, one future
at a time.

At The Literacy & Learning Center, Tinker Time for Tots turns everyday items into playful learning tools—helping preschoolers build key skills while parents discover the joy of hands-on discovery.

The Literacy & Learning Center’s compassionate approach to learning enriches the lives of its students and its volunteers. TheLiteracyandLearningCenter.org or call (828) 526-0863. 

The Swingin’ Medallions will raise the (barn) roof at The Farm at Old Edwards, Sunday, July 27, at The Literacy & Learning Center’s fundraising party. theliteracyandlearningcenter.org/swingin.

For Literacy & Learning Center volunteers, the need is great but the rewards are vast.TheLiteracyandLearningCenter.org for more information.

Literacy & Learning Center’s generous partners give its students a rich, fun experience throughout the school year.