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Reading Skills for College - ONLINE
with Mariah Smith

Effective reading comprehension is essential to success at the college level and to advance in one’s career. This course is designed to help students improve reading comprehension and critical analysis. An emphasis is placed on developing vocabulary and improving reading speed. Assignments introduce students to college level textbooks, outlining strategies, and critical researching skills.
Remote instruction by appointment on Monday and Wednesday afternoons.
Writing Skills for College - ONLINE
with Mariah Smith

This course will cover the grammar and writing skills that are required for success in college level courses. Whether you need to brush-up your skills before attending college, need to improve your ACCUPLACER or CASAS scores, or need to earn a high school credit, you will find this course practical and useful.
Remote instruction by appointment on Monday and Wednesday afternoons.
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Algebra Skills for College -- In Person & ONLINE
with January Hapworth

Are you preparing to take a college algebra course? Avoid taking developmental algebra at the college level and/or earn a credit toward your high school diploma. In this Algebra course, you will develop a basic understanding of how to use algebraic terms and equations in solving problems.
Note: This class will be offered virtually through a combination of email, texting, Zoom, and/or online learning. Students will occasionally be required to come to Skowhegan Area High School for testing.
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Number Skills for College - In Person & Online
with January Hapworth

Note: This class will be offered virtually through a combination of email, texting, Zoom, and/or online learning. Students will occasionally be required to come to Skowhegan Area High School for testing.
This course will prepare students for Algebra I and/or entry-level college math. Whether you need a refresher before registering for your first college math course or need to improve your scores on the ACCUPLACER, you will find this course helpful. There will be a review of whole number operations, fractions, decimals, percentages, and other essential math skills. Word problems and the language of math will be explored.
Community Academy Language Arts & Math
with Mariah Smith

Achieve additional academic knowledge asnd skills required to pursue a full range of career, secondary and post-secondary opportunities. This course helps students prepare for and complete required training, education, and certification necessary for employment.
Instruction emphasizes language arts and math skills. If you are preparing to take the high school equivalency test (HiSET), working on a traditional high school diploma, or studying to improve CASAS scores, this class is for you.
Gentle Yoga
with Desiree Kelley

A slow, safe, guided practice using various props to support all students. This class is perfect for anyone new to yoga, individuals with mobility or physical limitations, seniors, or anyone looking for a slower-paced practice. This class will focus on breath work, short meditation, light movement, and relaxation.
For the best experience please bring the following props: yoga mat, blanket, two yoga blocks, yoga strap (or dog leash, belt or tie), and a yoga bolster (or large pillow).
Qi-Gong
with Diane Beaudoin
“Qi” means energy and “Gong” means practice. Learn to circulate the energy in specific channels—called meridians—by using movement and breathing techniques. When the energy flows freely, you feel vitality, health, and happiness.
Photoshop - Independent Study & Projects
with Lynn Perry

Photoshop students from previous sessions will continue this fall in an eight-week independent study format. Students will fine tune their projects using photo enhancement for lighting, color and size; and add artistic elements with filters, text and framing. No class on 10/9/23.
Others who have been using Photoshop Elements or Photoshop are welcome to join the group for project support. The aim of this class is not traditional instruction but to create a place for group sharing, support and experimentation.
$20 materials will be collected.
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