TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – Adult Education and Family Literacy Week is Sept. 13 through Sept. 19.Itawamba Community College (ICC) is using the occasion to promote the importance of reading at every age.The college’s Adult Education program is hosting orientation sessions and outreach activities throughout the week.The program will also partner with ICC’s Early Learning Centers in Fulton and Tupelo, bringing literacy activities to younger students.Adult Education Director Audra Perry said the goal is to help children develop a love of reading early, while showing families the importance of education.“What we hope to share with everyone is that if you start early with children,” Perry said. “Things as simple as taking them to the library, letting them check out books, and supporting that at home can make a huge impact and a huge difference.”Experts said this week’s activities highlight the role literacy can play in strengthening individuals, families and communities.Copyright 2026 WTVA. All rights reserved.