Note: This class will be offered virtually through a combination of email, texting, Zoom, and/or online learning. Students may 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.

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.

SESSIONS BY APPOINTMENT

The Tech Spot is a School and Community Project that offers technology advice and tutoring to adults from throughout our school district.

Examples of possible help sessions include general computer operation, conducting web searches, using Facebook and other social media programs, and operating Smart phones, iPads, Tablets, and PCs. Assistance with some software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) is available as well.

FMI or to schedule an appointment with the Tech Spot staff, please call the Adult Education office at 474-7553.

Project partners include RSU 54 Adult & Community Education, Town of Skowhegan, Outer Reach Broadband, and the RSU 54 Technology Staff.

Explore classical and creative yoga poses flowing in conjunction with breath.  Class will begin with centering exercises, move through traditional Sun Salutations, and flow into standing sequences linking breath with movement. 

We wind down with cooling postures and blissful Savasana (rest to absorb practice).  With a focus on strength, balance, and flexibility—always maintaining proper alignment and safety—you can expect to leave feeling refreshed and a bit sweaty! 

Suitable for all levels, but you must be able to participate in one hour of physical activity independently.  Participants will need a yoga mat, two yoga blocks, and one blanket.

Pinguiculas are a delightful group of carnivorous plants that can be easily grown indoors in Maine. These unique plants have shimmery glistening leaves and many bloom year-round. And caring for them? Extremely easy! Just put them in a tray of rain or distilled water and watch them bloom and grow! Julie will be bringing her Pinguicula plants as well as samples of other carnivorous plants she grows such as Nepenthes, Drosera, Utricularia, and Cephalotus. She will be discussing growth habits, soil preferences, potting, and buying online from trusted sellers.

In this one-night seminar, you will learn the difference between a Last Will and Testament and a Trust. Attorney Nale will describe what a Will can do that a Trust does not—and vice versa. In addition, he will explain how to pass your assets outside of the probate process.

Join staff from Outer Reach Broadband, a Maine-owned internet service provider, to learn more about all the career opportunities available in Maine today. 

With the expansion of internet availability in the state of Maine, comes the expansion of job availability. From sales and customer service to networking and installation, there is a strong demand for workers in all fields of the industry. Outer Reach will be there to answer all your industry and job-related questions. Bring your resume and talk to them on the spot about open positions!

Students must attend in person.; the BMV has discontinued Zoom classes.

The Maine Driving Dynamics course is a driver improvement course that is aime to improve a student's defensive driving awareness and abilities.

This two-night course includes discussion of collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challenge drivers on Maine's highways.  Our goal is to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce vehicle-related crashes.

A student who completes this course will receive a three-point credit on their driving record.  It may take up to two weeks for processing.  Quesions regarding your license should be addressed to Bureau of Motor Vehicles at 207-624-9000.