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Adult Education

All classes meet at South Portland High School,

637 Highland Avenue, South Portland.

To register: come to the Main Office of the High School, M-F 8:00-3:00, OR come to the Adult Education Office, Room 119 of the High School on Tuesday or Thursday, 4:00-8:30 p.m. after 1/5/10. Enter on Mountain View Road. Our office is next to the library.

   

For more information, call 347-3389, or email adulted@spsd.org

     
Academic Classes
 
Computers

The American Dream in Poetry and Prose

This critical reading and writing course is designed to prepare both native-born and immigrant students for college level reading and writing. We will read both past and contemporary American Literature.

Nicole d’Entremont class starts 1/12/10

Tuesdays/Thursdays

6:00-8:30 p.m.

15 weeks free

Book fee: $25

GED Prep

This class will help you successfully pass the GED exam. We will include both information and test taking skills to help build your knowledge and confidence. The GED class starts a new topic every six weeks, and you can join at any time.

TBA class starts 1/12/10

Tuesdays/Thursdays

6:00-8:30 p.m.

6 weeks free

Book fee: $15

 

Math Lab

Math lab allows you to work on the number skills you need in order to prepare for college, take the GED, or build your skills for work. The class is small and allows you lots of practice to strengthen your math knowledge.

Steve Kautz class starts 1/12/10

Tuesdays/Thursdays

6:00-8:30 p.m.

10 weeks free

Book fee: $20

 

Web Design – Dreamweaver

Design, develop, and maintain world-class websites and applications with Adobe Dreamweaver®. You should be comfortable using a computer before taking this class.

Jerry Hunter class starts 1/21/10

Thursdays 6:00-8:30 p.m.

6 weeks $45.00

 

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel® is a spreadsheet program that is used in many businesses and schools. This class will cover commands, formulas and functions. This class is for students familiar with Windows.

C. Dellatorre class starts 1/21/10

Thursdays 6:00-8:30 p.m.

8 weeks $55.00

     
English for Speakers of Other Languages
 
Languages

ESOL Beginning

This class is for students who are beginning to learn English.

Marti Blair class starts 1/12/10

Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:00-8:30 p.m.

15 weeks free

Book fee: $25

ESOL Intermediate

This class is for students who know some English and want to learn more. Levels 2/3

D.Smith/P.Klein class starts 1/12/10

Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:00-8:30 p.m.

15 weeks free

Book fee: $25

ESOL Advanced

This class is for students who want to improve their vocabulary, grammar, writing and reading skills in English. Levels 4/5.

Martha Winn class starts 1/12/10

Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:00-8:30 p.m.

15 weeks free

Book fee: $25

ESOL Pronunciation & Conversation

Being able to talk to people and be understood is an important skill in everyday life. This class will offer practice in the sounds of American English to help improve your ability to communicate with others.

Marta Lane class starts 1/19/10

Tuesdays 4:00-5:45 p.m.

13 weeks $45.00

Citizenship

This course will prepare students to take the new US Citizenship Exam, and includes instruction in US history and government including: The Bill of Rights, the U.S. Constitution, the three branches of government, and citizen rights and responsibilities. This class is for students in the Intermediate or Advanced level.

Mora Katz class starts 1/19/10

Tuesdays 4:00-5:45 p.m.

10 weeks free

Book fee: $20

 

Spanish Conversation Group

This lively language course is for students who know some Spanish and want to learn more! Emphasis is on speaking Spanish.

Raquel Burgos class starts 1/19/10

Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 p.m.

10 weeks $65.00

 

Arabic – Beginning and Continuing

This class will introduce Arabic to both new students and continuing students. You will learn to write, speak, and understand this language from a native speaker.

Firas Hashim class starts 1/19/10

Beginners: Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Continuing: Tuesdays 5:30-7:30 p.m.

10 weeks $65.00

     
Personal Enrichment
Maine Cooperative Extension Courses

Book Making for Journaling

This class will teach you to make your own books. Starting with simple folio and accordion books and progressing to bookboard covers and multiple folios, the class will learn techniques to make one of a kind, spectacular books. A supply list will be provided.

Louise Nisbet class starts 1/21/10

Thursdays 6:00 -8:00 p.m.

8 weeks $55.00

Serendipity Writing: Life Stories

Memoirs and more

This personal writing class for adults with or without previous writing experience will help you recall and record the amusing, joyous, and important events of your life. Enjoy the support of others as we write and share these episodes in a comfortable and safe atmosphere.

Sheila Reaman class starts 1/21/10

Thursdays 6:00-8:00 p.m.

8 weeks $55.00

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

Students will explore and examine the components, styles, and practices of healthy and personalized communication. The value of meaningful communication enhances the quality of life beyond measure.

Ruth Graves class starts 1/21/10

Thursdays 6:00-8:30 p.m.

8 weeks $55.00

 

Preserving The Harvest – A hands on Workshop on Food Preservation

Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basic steps for canning and freezing.

Maine Cooperative Extension

Tuesday, April 13, 5:30 -8:30 p.m.

One night $12.00

 

Square Foot Gardening

Would you like a garden that is filled with tasty vegetables, savory herbs, and beautiful flowers, but no weeds or hard work? Learn how to install a beautiful and productive garden that will save time, water, work and money. Great family project.

Maine Cooperative Extension

Tuesday, May 4, 11, & 25, 6:00-8:30 p.m.

3 weeks

$30.00 per person/family no book

$45.00 per person/family with book

 

Coordinator: Jody Meredith

637 Highland Avenue
South Portland, ME 04016
Phone: 207-347-3389