Students will practice listening and speaking English for general conversation, as well as for life, work, and academic success. Students will also learn how to use resources to help them study English beyond the classroom. Rolling admission. This course will be run either in-person or online based on CDC guidance. No class 11/26.

Instructors: Sandy Warren and Carol Durkin
Tues/Thurs, 9/8 - 12/17, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: WRAE Learning Center/Online
Fee: Free

These classes provide a wide variety of educational options needed to learn English. Students can develop skills necessary to be able to train for new job skills, or transition to college-level courses. Our experienced instructors appreciate ethnic diversity, and cultivate multicultural exchanges in the classrooms. The tuition-free program invites students who may have never been to school, or who may have some high school level education or less. For more information, call (207) 282-6511.

These classes provide a wide variety of educational options needed to learn English. Students can develop skills necessary to be able to train for new job skills, or transition to college-level courses. Our experienced instructors appreciate ethnic diversity, and cultivate multicultural exchanges in the classrooms. The tuition-free program invites students who may have never been to school, or who may have some high school level education or less. For more information, call (207) 282-6511.

Being comfortable with technology is necessary in our personal and professional lives. This class is for students with beginner-level understanding of computers and other tools of technology. Instructor Bill Keller uses his teaching and technology expertise to help students improve their computer literacy skills and become comfortable with technology. Call the ABE Coordinator to register for this and other ESOL classes. This class will be held in-person or online based on CDC guidance. No class 11/26.

Instructor: Bill Keller
Tues/Thurs, 9/8 - 12/17, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: WRAE Learning Center/Online
Fee: Free

Our English classes include vocabulary lessons, essay writing and a number of activities that help strengthen important communication skills such as listening and speaking as students work to complete credit for high school diploma.

Instructor: Shelley Goad
Tuesdays, 9/8 - 12/15, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: WRAE Learning Center/Online
Fee: Free

Prepare to take the High School Equivalency Test (formerly GED) in the five required areas of: Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Get the individual tutoring you need to successfully take each of the tests. 

These classes provide a wide variety of educational options needed to learn English. Students can develop skills necessary to be able to train for new job skills, or transition to college-level courses. Our experienced instructors appreciate ethnic diversity, and cultivate multicultural exchanges in the classrooms. The tuition-free program invites students who may have never been to school, or who may have some high school level education or less. For more information, call (207) 282-6511.

Note: This class will be offered virtually through either WhatsApp or 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 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. Learners at all levels of English proficiency are welcome. For more information, please call 474-7553.