Augusta Adult and Community Education
Augusta, ME
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Augusta Adult and Community Education Classes
Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs Open-Water Fishing May W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
Join us for a day of open-water fishing! Your participation does not require a fishing license and gear is available for those that may not have their own, FCFS. This is ideal for a whole family experience. Learn how to move about safely on the fishing hole, how to cast, bait your own hook, and lots more about how to enjoy the great outdoors. This event is held at BiCentennial Nature Park. No alcohol permitted.
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Substitute Teacher Training May 29 W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
Welcome to Augusta School Department's Substitute Teacher Training. In this course you will learn:
1) Substitute Policies and Procedures
2) Substitute Pay Rates and Payment Procedures
3) Expectations in your role as a Sub
4) Classroom Management and Tips for Success
5) Information about each school in the District
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MaineGeneral's Harm Reduction Program June W24
with Lauren Hunt, MSPH, Augusta Adult and Community Education
MaineGeneral's Harm Reduction Program leads training and conversation on Overdose Response and Narcan Administration. The presentation will begin by discussing what harm reduction means, and what opioids are, before identifying what an opioid overdose looks like. The training will then discuss steps for responding to an overdose, and close with a conversation about the Good Samaritan Law. Attendees are invited to ask any questions and/or share experiences throughout.
Every attendee will be offered a Narcan kit in addition to educational materials to leave the class with. mainegeneral.org/about-us/community-health/harm-reduction
Family Literacy June: First Time: Dentist W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
Monthly Storytime Adventures are curated to include a copy of the storybook for each child registered. A comprehensive craft to accompany the book, along with a take-home and follow-up for parents/guardians to continue the discussions from our Adventure together. The outdoors, movement, and opportunity for creative outlet are encouraged.
These sessions are ideal for parents/guardians of children birth to 4 years. Parent/Guardian discussions will be monthly to discuss topics of how to integrate literacy into our lives with the assistance of Community Partners.
Maine Driving Dynamics June W24
with Chantel Plummer, Augusta Adult and Community Education
The Maine Driving Dynamics course is a driver improvement course that is designed to improve a student's defensive driving awareness.
This five-hour course includes a 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.
Classes are held at Augusta Adult and Community Education, 22 Armory St., Augusta - You must attend both classes to receive credit. Classes will be on Monday, June 10 & Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 6:00-8:30 pm.
Family Literacy Parent Engagement: Proactive vs Reactive Planning June 13, via Google Meet W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
An online meet and greet to hold space for conversations surrounding your students. Topics surround family unit cohesion. Including subjects like the influence of social media, proactive vs reactive planning, dinner conversation starters, etc.
The link to your class will be on your registration receipt.
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Education Program June SS1-24
with Maine Veterans Home, Augusta Adult and Community Education
Maine Veterans' Home, in collaboration with Augusta Adult and Community Education and the Maine Community College System, is offering a FREE, state-approved CNA training program.
CNAs are caregivers who work directly with patients and residents to assist them with their activities of daily living, including their safety and comfort.
This course will be hosted by Maine Veterans’ Homes in Augusta at their new state-of-the-art facility located at 35 Heroes Way Augusta Maine. Join us for this exciting opportunity to learn the art of caregiving in a holistic healthcare model and give back to our Honored Veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star family members.
Program Highlights:
• FREE Tuition through the Maine Community College System
• Taught by a first-rate Registered Nurse with years of experience,
• Successfully delivering an in-depth program with proven results.
• Earn to Learn opportunities for qualifying applicantsTraining Components:
• Includes the state-required curriculum of 70 hours in the classroom
• 20 hours of essential skill labs
• 40 hours of clinical training prerequisites:
• Adult Education Intake Paperwork
• CASAS Reading & Comprehension Assessment*
• Application and Interview
• Updated Immunization Records
All CASAS assessments must be completed by June 9, 2024, to be eligible for the June 24, 2024 training.
Please call our office at 207-626-2470 or email us at adulted@augustaschools.org for information.