Whether you love to read or don't read very often, you'll find a style of writing that catches your attention.

Read a collection of high-interest texts to discover how writers carefully craft their works in compelling and dramatic ways.In addition to reading a vaiery of styles, you will write a number of short papers to develop your own style of writing fiction and non-fiction.

What's your favorite reading? In class, you'll explore a verity of genres (styles): Action and adventure, allegory, articles, autobiography, biography, drama, diary/memoir, fiction, horror, letters, non-fiction, poetry, satire, science-fiction, speeches...

When completing this course, participants can earn one high school level English credit.

Please call us to register for this class:  207-422-4794.

Sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction! Read about some unexplained, natural occurances in the world.

Spark your curiosity by reading a series of high-interest, nonfiction stories and articles designed to enlighten and entertain while increasing your reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.  Earn diploma credits or prepare for the HiSET with this reading- and writing-intensive course. 

Please call our office if you are interested in participating in this class: 422-4794.

What is the American Dream?  Explore a series of real-life, U.S. historical case studies that chronicle a variety of groups and individuals in their quest to achieve social justice and equal treatment under the law.  Learn about how the US government works to create laws and how your voice matters when we can participate in our governing system.  Discuss, research, and write about the roots of US social history and government. 

Students earn a high school credit in Civics / US Government for completion of this course.

Please call us to register for this class:  207-422-4794.

Set up an appointment with adult education staff for intake, assessment and advising. After we get to know you and your goals, you will take the CASAS reading and math tests, which helps us determine your learning level. These are not graded and the score is informational. It helps us get to know you as a unique learner so we can support your educational goals. Once intake and assessment are complete, you can begin preparing for the HiSET by attending learning labs. A qualified instructor will help you strategize your learning tasks so you get the support you need in the areas you need it.  For more information, please visit us at: https://mace.maineadulted.org/ or email:  betty_cheff@rsu40.org

Instructor:  Cathie Jack & TBD4 to 6 PM / Mondays & Wednesdays, beginning 9/18/23 (No labs on 10/9 and 11/20)

FREE help is available for any area adult resident who needs to work on basic math, reading and writing or English language skills. Individualized instruction for all levels or help preparing for the Accuplacer College Placement exam is offered.

FREE help is available for any area adult resident who needs to work on basic math, reading and writing or English language skills. Individualized instruction for all levels or help preparing for the Accuplacer College Placement exam is offered.

Register anytime!

This class offers in-person instruction and support in HiSET subjects so that you can prepare for the official HiSET tests. We use HiSET Academy online program to brush up on those skills need to be successful in passing the HiSET exams.

Students will complete preparation activities in the five areas of the HiSET® exam; writing, literature, science, math and social studies. The curriculum in this class is catered towards the individuals needs. Students are given the opportunity to work at their own pace. Must be at least 17 years old to take the HISET itself and need an ID. Call our office to set up an appointment: 207-377-2265