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Summer Bloom: Flower Jewelry Design Night + Take It Kits

$47

with Julie Moser, Sanford Community Adult Education

Calendar Jun 12, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Join jewelry designer, artist, and educator Julie Moser of MoCo Media for a fun-filled night to play.  During this session, you'll be provided with supplies and guidance to make a flower jewelry creation of your choosing (bracelet or earrings) incorporating salvaged vintage jewelry, along with contemporary beads, and findings.  Choose from pre-selected themes or find your whimsy and make your creation!  This session is fabulous for friends, a birthday celebration, or to make a unique gift for yourself or a loved one.

Are You Having Trouble Controlling the Way You Eat? (Jun)

Free

with Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, Ellsworth Adult and Community Education

Calendar Jun 16, 2025 at 6:30 pm

Do you struggle with food obsession, overeating, undereating or purging? There is a solution-a free information session online and by phone. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is hosting information sessions where you will hear more about the FA program and from people who have found a solution through the FA program.  There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.  For more information and to receive the ZOOM link, call Sharon at 207.250.7373 or email FA at  fa.newcastle.maine@gmail.com.  This is a live, online session using ZOOM. 

AMP Clinical Medical Assisting (Jun)
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AMP Clinical Medical Assisting (Jun)

$3,500

with Academy of Medical Professions, Ellsworth Adult and Community Education

Calendar Jun 17, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 16 weeks

This is an all-inclusive 16-week program that includes in-person skills labs and live via Zoom class meetings that prepare you to pass the National Certification.

Upon completion of the program, you will sit for your CCMA (Clinical Certified Medical Assistant) national certification exam through NHA. The fee for the class includes national certification, 6 practice exams, online study guide materials, books, resume assistance, and all other associated fees.  Externships may be available in your area.  Payment plans are available. The classroom hours are live online.  Additional clinical hours are in-person as locally as feasible. Certification tests are offered locally.

Please download this information package about the Academy of Medical Professions Clinical Medical Assisting Program, stop by our center in Ellsworth to pick one up, or request that one be mailed to you.  It will answer many questions you might have.  Don't hesitate to reach out to the Academy of Medical Professions directly after reviewing the information package linked above.  Please go to their website for their phone number and to explore all their course offerings. 

Ellsworth Adult & Community Education is here to ensure your readiness and success by providing logistical, academic, and social emotional support during this online and in-person experience. We will help you through the enrollment process, provide local support during the course and offer the certification exam locally. Our services are available at no cost to you.  If you'd like to schedule an individual appointment with one of our career advisors to learn more, please call 207.664.7110 or email adultedinfo@ellsworthschools.org to schedule a phone, ZOOM or in-person appointment.

Math Learning Lab

Free

with GNG Adult Education Instructors, Gray-New Gloucester Adult Education

Calendar Jun 18, 2025

Students enrolled in this course have the opportunity to learn basic, everyday math skills, prepare for the HiSET math exam and/or brush up on math for college, in a relaxed, comfortable environment. If you have always found math to be struggle, join our math learning lab to gain more confidence. Our instructors assess students and develop individualized programs to meet your needs.

Tuesdays: 1pm to 4pm

Wednesdays: 4pm to 7pm

Will run

Orientation: Wednesday - 8:30AM

Free

with Caroline Mitchell, Region 9 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jun 18, 2025 at 8:30 am

How Do I Get Enrolled in Adult Education?

The first step in enrolling in Adult Education is Orientation!

What happens during an Orienation?

We are so glad you asked! We want you to be prepared and informed about what to expect during your Orientation session.

During your Orientation Session you will:

  • Meet with our student advisor
  • Discuss what you would like to accomplish through Adult Education
  • Fill out enrollment paperwork
  • Sit for academic placement testing

What you should know before you arrive:

  • We are located at 377 River Road, Mexico, ME 04257
  • The Adult Education is the one that is facing the road
  • You should ring the bell and wait for us to buzz you in. Once we do that, you can come right upstairs
  • The Orientation process can take a few hours, so please plan accordingly

What you should bring to your Orientation Session:

  • A CURRENT Maine Photo ID (Maine drivers license, Maine State ID card, Passport, Military ID, etc. - If you do not have any of those form of Photo ID, please let us know when you come and we can direct you as to the next steps.)

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to us! We would love to hear from you!

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Phone: (207) 364-2012 Option 4

Email: adulted@region9school.org

Acadian Arts Asian Fusion Cooking Retreat - Campobello

$595 Originally: $3,500

with Chris Toy, RSU 24 Adult Education

Calendar Jun 20, 2025
2 additional sessions through Oct 10, 2025

Your instructor, Chris Toy, is the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and has taught Asian-fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. Cooking students will learn how to prepare a variety of recipes from Asia, Europe, and the Americas incorporating traditional and local ingredients. Each meal will actively engage cooks with the tools, techniques, and stories behind the dishes being created.

Step back to a time when President Franklin Roosevelt, Eleanor, and their family escaped to their “beautiful little island” in the Canadian Maritimes, Campobello Island. We will be exclusive guests of the international park, staying in historic Victorian cottages. Workshop participants will explore and paint the same coastal scenery enjoyed by the summer residents at the turn of the 20th century. All meals are included in the workshop fee as well as specially planned optional eveningactivities designed to extend your learning from the day’s workshops. Register forthe retreat then call Sherry Mitchell at 506-752-2922 to make room reservations. Acadian Arts Retreats participants will have exclusive overnight accommodations in the park.

There is a $60 non-refundable fee when you register through RSU 24 Adult Educatio.

Acadian Arts Asian Fusion Cooking Retreat: Roosevelt Campobello International Park, Canada

$595

with Chris Toy, Gorham Adult Education

Calendar Jun 20, 2025 , runs for 1 week

Your instructor, Chris Toy, is the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and has taught Asian fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. Cooking students will learn how to prepare a variety of recipes from Asia, Europe, and the Americas, incorporating traditional and local ingredients. Each meal will actively engage cooks with the tools, techniques, and stories behind the dishes being created. $595 includes a workshop fee, all meals, and special activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops. 

Recent Acadian Arts Retreats participants commented: “I learned so much from Chris that I can use immediately at home in my own kitchen.”  “Great kitchen hints!”.

6/20-6/23, Roosevelt Campobello International Park, Canada. Step back to a time when President Franklin Roosevelt, Eleanor, and their family escaped to their "beautiful little island" in the Canadian Maritimes. We will be exclusive guests of the international park, staying in historic Victorian cottages. Workshop participants will explore and paint the same coastal scenery enjoyed by the summer residents at the turn of the 20th century. Register for the retreat, and then call Sherry Mitchell at 506-752-2922 to make room reservations. Acadian Arts Retreats participants will have exclusive overnight accommodations in the park. 

 

Acadian Arts Watercolor Painting Retreat: Roosevelt Campobello International Park, Canada

$595

with Mary Laury, Gorham Adult Education

Calendar Jun 20, 2025 , runs for 1 week

Your instructor, Mary Laury, is an accomplished watercolorist and highly esteemed teacher. She encourages all her students to believe they can be successful. Painting is an exciting medium; it flows, moves, and does beautiful things. We will start at the beginning if you have never painted in watercolors. If you have painted before, you will also learn new tips and tricks. We all learn together! $595 includes the workshop fee, all meals, and special activities to extend your learning from the day's workshops. 

Recent Acadian Arts Retreats participants commented: "Great instructor! Mary acts as a guide to develop our own style. "Easy, no-stress instruction."

6/20-6/23, Roosevelt Campobello International Park, Canada. Step back to a time when President Franklin Roosevelt, Eleanor, and their family escaped to their "beautiful little island" in the Canadian Maritimes. We will be exclusive guests of the international park, staying in historic Victorian cottages. Workshop participants will explore and paint the same coastal scenery enjoyed by the summer residents at the turn of the 20th century. Register for the retreat, and then call Sherry Mitchell at 506-752-2922 to make room reservations. Acadian Arts Retreats participants will have exclusive overnight accommodations in the park. 

 





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