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College & Career Advising

Free

with Marci Dionne, Marshwood Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jan 10, 2023

Are you thinking about making a change in your job or career? Are you considering going back to school to further your training or education, but are not sure of your options? Our college and career advisor can meet with you to complete career assessments, explore options that fit your needs, and make a plan to help you reach your goal. Get side by side support with applying for financial aid and scholarships, placement in workforce training programs, resume writing, and interview skills. Additionally, basic Math, Algebra, and English courses are available, if needed, to help you improve your core skills. We’re here to assist you with your transition to a new job or training program.

Number Skills for College - Online

Free

with January Hapworth, RSU 54/MSAD 54 Adult and Community Education

Calendar Jan 10, 2023

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.

 

Reading Skills for College

Free

with Mariah Smith, RSU 54/MSAD 54 Adult and Community Education

Calendar Jan 10, 2023 at 9 am

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.

Writing Skills for College

Free

with Mariah Smith, RSU 54/MSAD 54 Adult and Community Education

Calendar Jan 10, 2023 at 9 am

This course will cover the grammar and writing skills that are required for success in college level courses. Whether you need to brush-up your skills before attending college, need to improve your ACCUPLACER or CASAS scores, or need to earn a high school credit, you will find this course practical and useful.

 

Remote instruction by appointment on Monday and Wednesday afternoons.

English Lab

Free

with Rita Pender, Kittery Adult Education

Calendar Jan 12, 2023 at 12 pm

Increase your skills in reading and vocabulary development. Lessons will meet students needs to read more difficult materials needed for workforce advancement, and the HiSET, ASVAB, and Acuplacer assessments. This course is free to elegible adult education students. A fee of $70 will be charged to people who are not adult education students. Call to see if you qualify and to sign up.

HiSET/Academic & Career Access Lab

Free

with Rita Pender, Kittery Adult Education

Calendar Jan 12, 2023 at 12 pm

YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR CLASS ANYTIME DURING THE SEMESTER!

REGISTER ANYTIME!

FREE! Individual and group tutoring for Math, Computer Science and English is scheduled based on student needs. Computers are available to support HiSET test prep, career exploration, employer testing and job applications.

*We can adjust class time on Thursday to fit your needs

Assistance with College and Career Planning W23
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Assistance with College and Career Planning W23

Free

with Linda Davis, Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education

Calendar Jan 23, 2023 at 9 am
Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education provides the free services of a post-secondary counselor to assist students with their career and educational plans following receipt of their high school diploma or the HiSET. It is required that all academic students meet with the post-secondary counselor soon after registration and begin to plan for the next step. Please contact our office at 873-5754 for an appointment with Linda Davis.
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Local College Tours W23

Free

with Linda Davis, Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education

Calendar Jan 23, 2023 at 9 am, runs for 15 weeks
Do you want to tour a college, but want someone to go with you to advise you? Call 873-5754 today and schedule an appointment with Linda Davis, our college and career advisor. You will meet with admissions personnel and learn about programs and requirements, peer mentors, and financial aid as well as touring the facility. This free tour could be the beginning of understanding how to access and feel at ease with a college campus. Colleges may include, but are not limited to: Kennebec Valley Community College, Thomas College, University of Maine at Augusta, and Unity College. Tours will be scheduled by appointment. Please call 873-5754 to make an appointment.




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