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HiSET 101 A: Online (formerly GED)

Free

with Heather Toth

Calendar Jan 6, 2025 at 8:30 am

We are excited to offer one of our HiSET 101 sessions online. Instruction will occur using tools like Zoom and Google Classroom. 

Get started in the HiSET® Program by attending our orientation for new students. Orientation will provide an overview of the HiSET® process and guide participants through intake, assessment, and pre-testing. Workshops on college and career planning, financial literacy, and technology skills (all essential skills for success at college and in the workplace) will be provided.

Attendance at orientation classes is mandatory.

At the end of orientation, students will be referred to final HiSET® testing or scheduled for additional academic help.

Classes begin every 4 weeks --- call 474-7553 to schedule your orientation.

 

Community Academy Language Arts & Math

Free

with Alan Haley

Calendar Jan 6, 2025 at 9 am

Achieve additional academic knowledge and 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 nevessary 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.

Reading and Writing Skills for College Prep

Free

with Jeremy Lehan

Calendar Jan 6, 2025 at 12:30 pm

If you are planning to take or are currently enrolled in a college reading or writing class, this class is for you.  

Reading/Writing Skills will help students improve reading comprehension and critical analysis; in addition, it will cover the grammar and writing skills that are required for success in college level courses.

 

HiSET 101 A: In Person (formerly GED)

Free

with Heather Toth

Calendar Jan 6, 2025 at 3:30 pm

Get started in the HiSET® Program by attending our orientation for new students. Orientation will provide an overview of the HiSET® process and guide participants through intake, assessment, and pre-testing. Workshops on college and career planning, financial literacy, and technology skills (all essential skills for success at college and in the workplace) will be provided.

Attendance at orientation classes is mandatory.

At the end of orientation, students will be referred to final HiSET® testing or scheduled for additional academic help.

If possible, students should present a valid photo id at the first class.

Classes begin approximately every 4 weeks --- call 474-7553 to schedule your orientation.

 

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Algebra and Number Skills: Online College Support

Free

with January Hapworth

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 9 am

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. A math CASAS score of 225 or above is recommended for this class.

These online tutoring sessions will help support students who are enrolled or are prepariung to enroll in Algebra I and/or entry-level college math. 

Sessions must be scheduled with the instructor.  Contact the Adult Education office at 207-474-7553 for more details.

 

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HiSET 201

Free
Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 3:30 pm

This class is designed to help students master the knowledge and skills neccesary to pass the HiSET exam. Think you’re the only one who doesn’t know how to divide fractions? Do you dread having to write an essay for the high school equivalency test? Do not be discouraged – we can help!

Join this class, where you will gain new knowledge and skills and have fun at the same time. Online test preparation will also be available.

Students will have the option of participating remotely or in person. Remote learners will still come to SAHS for occasional testing.

Prerequisite: Must complete HiSET 101 prior to starting this class.

Reading and Writing Skills: Online College Support

Free

with Heather Toth

Calendar Jan 9, 2025 at 9 am

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.

These online tutoring sessions will help support students who are enrolled or are prepariung to enroll in college reading or writing classes.

Sessions must be scheduled with the instructor on Tuesday only.  Contact the Adult Education office at 207-474-7553 for more details.

 

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Online Intermediate

Free

with Lisa Padulo

Calendar Jan 14, 2025 at 5:30 pm

Note: This class will be offered virtually through Zoom. Students will occasionally be required to come to Skowhegan Area High School for testing.

This class assists students who are not native English speakers to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Instruction is designed to meet learners’ needs and can include helping participants with such important tasks as exploring how to talk with their child’s teacher, scheduling healthcare appointments, completing grocery shopping, obtaining a driver’s license, finding employment or learning about other valuable community resources.

Students can enter the class at any time and there is no charge for instruction. This class is designed for intermediate to more advanced students.

Intermediate: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

For more information, please call 474-7553.





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