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PPL Alum
PPL welcomes individuals from all walks of life and each has a unique story to tell — stories that illustrate the positive impact our library makes in the lives of those we serve. Stories that YOU make possible!
Meet some of our PPL Alum.
Markeem
I first came to PPL for a teen coding class (Rhode Coders 2.0). That class led to many opportunities for me at the Library. I have become proficient in coding languages such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript. I then demoed the Library’s My City, My Place program, which helped me improve my public speaking. Through ...
Yaen
I came to Providence Public Library to enhance my skills in web development through an ACN program called Rhode Coders 2.0, but I also got other things from this program, like making a new friend who has the same interest as me and enhancing my communication skills by helping others and solving problems with them. ...
Ingrid Mejia
Editor note: Ingrid shared her story and gratitude at the closing celebration for the 12-week Microsoft Excel Work Readiness Pathway for English Language Learners pilot program at PPL, funded by the RI Department of Labor & Training and the RI Department of Education. The program is also part of the RI SNAP Employment & Training ...