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RSU #13 Adult and Community Education



Our Classes

High School Completion Information & Enrollment (START HERE)

Free

with Amanda Brown

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 2, 2024 at 1 pm
15 additional sessions through May 29, 2024

This class is the first step to register for our high school completion program. Find out if HiSET(formerely GED) is a good fit for you, or is an adult education diploma a better option?  

Come meet with our staff, learn what can be accomplished at RSU13 Adult & Community Education, and complete the registration paperwork needed to begin a learning program.

*Note that students choose just one of the session dates listed below to register.*

At the end of the Info & Enrollment Session, students will receive a link to register for the Foundations Course (required) to begin their academic program. Students may choose take schedule free HiSET practice tests (optional). Practice tests take approximately 45 minutes to complete and will be scheduled separatley. 

Registration requested, but not required to attend an Info & Enrollment Session in-person.

Registration is required for virtual attendance so we can send you a secure meeting link. Complete the registration for the student attending the class. 

iPhone & iPad Basics

Free

with Rob Verbsky

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 8, 2024 at 12 pm

Get more comfortable with your iPhone or iPad. We’ll go over the basic functions of Apple devices, including adjusting settings like text size and sounds, keeping your data secure, and accessing the internet. 

To get the most out of this class, you should already have a smartphone. But anyone is welcome to attend. 

High School Biology with Lab (Remote)

Free

with TBD

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 22, 2024 , runs for 9 weeks

For any and all students who are preparing for admissions review for competitive majors, this is an excellent opportunity to meet the admissions "Biology with lab" prerequisite. If you have been away from science courses for some time, this course is recommended to prep you for rigorous college science classes. Students who successfully complete the class will earn 1 high school credit. This course is provided at no cost to students through the Maine College and Career Access Services grant and RSU13 Adult & Community Education.

Biology with Lab is a fully remote course available online. No textbook or materials are required.

9-Week Course, Approximately 6 Hours of Course Time Per Week

 

One face-to-face video conference review session with the instructor will be offered each week. (Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm) It is strongly suggested that students attend this weekly class time; however, if schedule does not permit then individual video conference meetings may be arranged with the instructor throughout the course.

As with all Adult Education courses, advising and technology support is offered by our staff. This support may include: assistance with obtaining a program-loaned laptop; using Teams, Schoology and other online learning platforms; time management and study skill; financial aid and scholarship awareness; and college and career exploration.

Fundamentals Software Skills

Free

with Rob Verbsky

Calendar Next available session starts May 2, 2024 at 4:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

In this introductory computer class, students get hands-on support to become familiar with a variety of software programs, including Microsoft Word and Google Docs. Using Northstar Digital Literacy, students will have the opportunity to become more comfortable navigating their computers and using it to further their professional and personal goals. Students have the opportunity to earn certificates that demonstrate to employers existing and newly developed digital skills.

Get More Out of Your iPhone

Free

with Rob Verbsky

Calendar Next available session starts May 13, 2024 at 12 pm

Unlock more of the benefits of your iPhone camera. Learn how to make video calls (Facetime), take and share photos, take and share videos, and how to back them up. 

Chemistry with Lab

Free

with TBD

For any and all students who are prepping for Nursing, Medical Laboratory Technology or other competitive majors, this is an excellent opportunity to meet the admissions "Chemistry with lab" prerequisite. If you have been away from science courses for a while, this course is recommended to prep you for rigorous college science classes. Students who successfully complete this class will earn 1 high school credit. It will be offered entirely online, with required weekly review sessions conducted via Zoom. This course is provided at no cost to students through the Maine College and Career Access Services grant and RSU13 Adult & Community Education.

A required instructional period will be Mondays from 7:30-8:30pm on Zoom. An additional Zoom review session will be offered each week. Students are required to attend these sessions. If a student is unable to attend this session, they must communicate with the course instructor.

  This class is available for students enrolled in an Adult Education high school completion program, or post-secondary students who are enrolled or plan to enroll in a college or career training program within 18 months. At this time, it is not intended as a credit recovery program for currently enrolled high school students in the K-12 system.





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