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Pre-Algebra (6 wks.)

with Vanessa Richards

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In Pre-Algebra, you will brush up on fractions, decimals and percents ratios and proportions.

If you are new to these topics and need more in-depth learning and support we have individualized options such as Math for Life & Work.

Veteran math instructor Vanessa is sensitive, supportive, respectful and able to assist people with long-term challenges transform their relationship with math. Vanessa's passion for math is contagious and she finds ways to make math fun and relevant. This is an in-person class.

Makeup class, if needed, 10/26/22.

Google Drive: Get It Organized

with Vanessa Richards

Dec

December 6th to 13th, 2022

$20 More Info

PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE Google Drive is an example of a cloud-based place where you can create and save files of all kinds - word documents, spreadsheets, surveys and more. You can access the files from most devices and more than one person can work on them at the same time. If you’re using it for personal use, Drive applications are free. It’s a practical way to learn programs without investing in software. This workshop will introduce you to these features. This is an in-person workshop.

Makeup class, if needed, 12/20/22.

You’ll need a Gmail account for this workshop, and will need to know your account username and password. It’s ideal if you access your Gmail on the web vs. a computer-based program. If you’re not sure what this means, please contact us and we’ll be glad to assist you!

Vanessa loves working with adult learners. She is really easy to be around and makes people extremely comfortable; she even makes learning math and computers fun! She is committed to helping adults discover their strenghts, build their confidence, and realize they can accomplish their goals. In her free time, she loves to travel and explore the outdoors. Vanessa teaches math, science, technology, and provides college and career advising.

Computer Cafe (Evening Class)

with Vanessa Richards

Oct

October 20th to December 15th, 2022

$65 More Info

This class is a computer lab designed to offer a space for people to access computer support from an experienced teacher, compassionate volunteers and fellow participants. You will be given instruction, as well as support, in accessing information for learning new skills on your own. This is an open enrollment lab and you purchase a punch card for 6 sessions. Punch cards can be renewed. Students enrolled in our academic programs receive a fee waiver for this lab. BYOC (bring your own coffee)!

When you register for this class, you’ll receive a follow-up contact from our advisor to access your skills, goals, and interests. This is an in-person lab; ongoing enrollment.

No class 11/24/22.

Living the Dream – An Interactive Guided Journaling Course

with Anne Sirios

Oct

October 20th, 2022

$48 More Info

In this 2-hour workshop, you will learn to recognize your real dreams and finish them; trust and rely on your intuitive voice; get actionable and detailed views of your life so you can make the best decisions; raise the you in your spirit up higher than you ever thought possible, achieve life satisfaction; and distill information down to knowledge you need to streamline your efforts. This is an in-person class.

Makeup class, if needed, 10/27/22.

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Chemistry with Lab (Winter 2023)

with Marti Dayton

Feb

February 9th to June 8th, 2023

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This course provides students with an introduction to the major theories and concepts in chemistry. This science will be explored through lectures, lab activities, projects and research. Math skills needed to perform necessary calculations will also be reviewed. By the end of this course, students will have gained a true understanding of the composition of matter, how matter is categorized, how matter interacts, the Atomic Theory throughout history, the signs and causes of chemical reactions, and the properties and structure of matter.

Furthermore, this course will allow students to improve upon their problem-solving skills and gain a true and deeper understanding of why they are seeing what they are seeing and just how much chemistry is used in everyday life.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will earn one high school diploma credit (a prerequisite for acceptance to several local college programs). This is a live online course.

Please call 664.7110 or email adultedinfo@ellsworthschools.org to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors to enroll you in the program and schedule necessary assessments to ensure a smooth transition for your path to college!

No class 02/21/23 or 04/18/23. Makeup class, if needed, 06/06/23.

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English for Life & Work

with Emily Nash

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This course is designed to help adults improve their reading, writing, proofreading, editing, and revising to prepare for standardized exams. We cover the basics of grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, paragraph development, and will eventually write effective essays with clear ideas, smooth transitions, and logical support. We will practice planning, research, prewriting, and organizing our writing. Learning to proofread for punctuation, usage, content, and support will be emphasized. This class is an in-person class with ongoing enrollment.

If you're interested in learning more about this offering, register here and we will call you to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors.