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College Prep Reading and Writing
with Academic Instructor, Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education
This course will focus on preparing students for reading and writing at the college level as measured by the ACCUPLACER post-secondary placement exam. Written assignments and readings will be analyzed and assessed in one-on-one sessions with the instructor. Students will discover comprehension skills and reading strategies to understand college texts of different types. They will write short essays from different rhetorical modes and learn how to edit their writing by applying the conventions of grammar and mechanics. The connection of reading and writing will be emphasized.
Instructor: Nancy Wilson
Rolling admission
Location: Naples and online
FREE
For more information call 207-647-3015 or use the Register Online button and we will contact you.
College Transitions
with Rhonda Jacobson, Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education
If you’ve been thinking about going back to school and furthering your education, enrolling in our Maine College Transitions program could be perfect for you! Maine College Transitions is a complete college advising and preparation program that guides you to your goals. Whether you know exactly what you want, or have no idea what you want to do, our College Transitions program is the best place to start. Ease into a complete college preparation program that will set you up for success, step by step:
• Develop college goals and objectives
• Explore program majors
• Assess your academic skills readiness
• Receive academic remediation
• Understand financial aid and planning
• Receive assistance in the college application process
• Receive on-going support through your first semester of college
Please call our College & Career Advisor at 647-3015 or email: Rhonda.jacobson@lakeregionschools.org for more information.
College Transitions
with Peg Junge, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education
College Transitions are programs that allow a student who already possesses a high school diploma to brush up on skills in order to gain entrance into college. If you are having trouble passing college entrance exams, or the college has told you to take adult education classes to bring you up to entrance standards, you need the College Transitions program. There is NO fee for this program. We are working remotely over Zoom but also doing essential testing in-person and safely, with lots of support materials available. Contact us today to get started!
College Transitions Math
with Michelle Brzezowski, Mt. Desert Island Adult & Community Education
Get ready for college level math. College Transitions Math includes an intensive brush up of math skills with an introduction to College Algebra. Move from "I can't do math" to "I CAN do math!"
Review fractions, decimals, percents, and basic algebra for college math. Learn to use online sources for supplementing your math knowledge. Practice math online, including preparing for the computerized assessments and exams. Gain an understanding of problem solving techniques and processes. Relieve your math anxiety, while gaining tech. skills!
Please call us for more information: 207-288-4703. Rolling admissions.
College Transitions: Maine College & Career Access
with Michelle Davenport, South Portland Adult Education
If you’ve been thinking about going back to school and furthering your education, enrolling in our Maine College Transitions program could be perfect for you! Maine College Transitions is a complete college advising and preparation program that guides you to your goals. Whether you know exactly what you want, or have no idea what you want to do, our College Transitions program is the best place to start. Ease into a complete college preparation program that will set you up for success, step by step:
• Develop college goals and objectives
• Explore program majors
• Assess your academic skills readiness
• Receive academic remediation
• Understand financial aid and planning
• Receive assistance in the college application process
• Receive on-going support through your first semester of college
For more information email davenpmi@spsdme.org.
Commercial Driver’s License Training Interest List
available
with Ellsworth Adult and Community Education
Our program is working with Hancock County Technical Center to bring a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training program to Ellsworth. Classroom instruction, lab work, and behind-the-wheel training will be the components of the program. Funding may be available to offset registration fees.
We are working on bringing this training to Ellsworth. We are gauging the interest. It will take some time to put all the pieces in place. If you are intersted in being updated as our plans develop, please add your name to this interest list.
CompTIA Security+® Exam Prep Course
with MindEdge Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education
The CompTIA Security+ Exam Prep Course prepares test-takers for the Security+ exam, as administered by CompTIA. The CompTIA certification is recognized worldwide and adheres to the strict standards of ISO/IEC 17024 and is approved by the US Department of Defense to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements. The course contains a variety of content presentation methods to help teach the concepts and vocabulary, and ultimately, learners are given ample opportunity to assess their skills with a multiple choice practice exam.
This course is online and can be done at any time.
Click on this link to check out this course.
Computer Literacy Skills
with Courtney Michaud, Spruce Mountain Adult Education
This class is specifically designed for individuals seeking to complete their high school credentials.
This class will cover fundamental skills to help you feel more comfortable using computer technology, including basics like navigating the internet, using email, and creating documents.
We'll tailor specific topics to your needs and skill level, ensuring you get the most out of each session.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, this course will boost your confidence and competence in using computers.