Weekly Newsletter
East Hartford Adult Education November 19, 2025
Antonela Andreina Saenz Rodriguez, from Peru, received her U.S. Citizenship on November 12, 2025 in Hartford, CT. Surrounded by her family and EH Adult Education Citizenship teacher, Kathy Ladd, Antonela received her official naturalization documentation along with approximately 30 other people. Antonella was a member of EH Adult Education classes last year and was a model student with excellent attendance and went above and beyond in helping other students in translating many difficult reading concepts. She was awarded an Adult Education Honor Society certificate for her assistance in class. We look forward to Antonela coming to class to share her interview experience with current class members. Congratulations Antonela!!
Kathy Ladd and Antonela
Antonela sharing her moment with her baby
Antonela and Family
The Need for Civic Engagement- Presented at East Hartford Public Library
On Tuesday, October 28, several East Hartford residents convened at East Hartford Public Library to discuss the history and importance of Civic engagement in the United States. The program was initiated by Anna Eisnen, Adult Services Librarian at the East Hartford Public Library and was presented by Kathy Ladd, Citizenship teacher from East Hartford Adult Education. The history of civics throughout the ages was discussed and how the influence of past civilization civic participation played a role in the development of our government structure was reviewed.
A short video which highlighted the misinformation held by many citizens regarding government structure was viewed. This lead up to an activity in which the importance of engagement and knowledge of government structure became evident in dealing with local, state and federal issues.
Becoming an involved member in your community rests on knowing how to navigate the structure of local, state and federal government. Whether the issues deal with health insurance cost, homelessness issues, rezoning of land in your neighborhood or so many others, success is based on how to get community members involved and initiating help and support from elected officials. Civic is not just a course; it is a necessary tool in our country. Several paths were discussed during the workshop and all agreed more community members need to become involved in civic engagement.
Kathy Ladd presents several pictures representing issues that need civic engagement to help address and solve.
What is the importance of "We the people?"
Fuel consumption in our country is important but is fracking the answer? Why or why not? Would you want it in your community?
2. Checks and balances? What does this have to do with our government?
Homeless encampments? How do we address this issue as a society?
