When Adam Bashir and his wife moved to the U.S. 5 years ago, they were living and working in Nebraska. While dealing with the business of everyday life, they were also attempting to adjust to their new home by trying to improve their English skills and learn more about the citizenship process.
Ashir says they decided to make the move to Harrisonburg after a friend reached out and told the Bashir’s about the opportunities in the city-- specifically opportunities with organizations like Skyline Literacy.
“My friend told me about Skyline about two years ago. When we moved to Harrisonburg, my wife started with Skyline, and then later, I started going too.” Adam says Skyline’s programs have been very helpful for him and his wife as they continue to live, work, and raise their family in Harrisonburg. In addition to learning English, Adam says the citizenship courses offered by Skyline are also helping him learn more about reading, writing, and U.S. history.
While attending Skyline classes has helped with gaining knowledge, Adam and his wife also view the classes as a long-term investment in their future in Harrisonburg and the U.S.
“My dream for the next 5 years is to get a good job, have my own home, and stay here in Harrisonburg, because there are so many great opportunities for me and my family here” Adam says.
“I feel so comfortable. I feel like I learn a lot. That’s important to me. I’m still learning English, so the teachers are so helpful, because they answer my questions and give me more than I need and ask for.” ”