Local nonprofit highlights reading program outcomes as council meets on RTA and bear issues

Oct 14, 2026

Kim Schultz of the Next Page Learning Center summarized the nonprofit's work serving 104 students in 2025–26 and thanked the city for funding and partnership; her remarks came during general public comment between agenda items.

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Kim Schultz, executive director and cofounder of the Next Page Learning Center, told the council the center served 104 students across its programs during the 2025–26 school year and that 52% received services at reduced or no fee. "My confidence has grown a lot. I ask more questions. I understand the topics better, and I can finally read with my classmates," Schultz quoted a student describing program impact.

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