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MSAD 52 Adult & Community Education Winter/Spring 2017 Courses Get on the right track! Register ONLINE anytime! www.msad52.maineadulted.org Welcome to Winter/Spring 2017 Greetings and welcome to the MSAD 52 Adult Education Winter/Spring 2017 edition of our academic and enrichment offerings! We are so excited to offer our largest collection yet of one night workshops, career enhancing courses and certifications, weekend gatherings and opportunities to learn some Homesteading skills. The Theme of this brochure is "Get on the right track" - as you look through this catalog I hope you discover a new track you can take, a different outlook or perspective and embrace the prospect of new beginnings. Happy New Year! Director, Razell Ward FEATURED CLASS! Arts & Crafts Ukulele 101 If you have never picked up a uke, no-problemo! Learn the fundamentals and start playing songs right away! Have fun, make new friends, build confidence and develop enough portable skills to enable the uke to be your longtime pal. If you have a uke and tuner-bring them! Uke-less? We have loaners available! Mike Burd Leavitt Area High School Wednesday 4/26-5/17 7-8pm Fee: $80 Min/Max: 5/10 Functions, Settings & Menus It’s Complicated! Today’s digital cameras have a variety of features. Are you getting the most out of your investment? Happy with your results? Let a professional help you figure it all out! Discuss image size and quality, shooting options and menu choices that will make a difference in the sharpness of your photos. • Gary has been a photographer for nearly fifty years. He loves capturing art within nature. Gary Swinton Leavitt Area High School Tuesday, 4/4 & 4/11 6-8pm Fee: $49 Min/Max: 4/12 New! Using Adobe Lightroom Getting Started Michael Burd is a professional musician who plays bass with David Mallett, Noel Paul Stukey and others. You may have recognized him from an ever popular Reny’s commercial! He bought himself a ukulele at a yard sale for $2 and started playing. He is an instructor with the adult ed program in at Mt. Blue where he is teaching others much more than the art of the uke! Page 1 Maximize your digital photos with Adobe Lightroom Version 5. This software is logical, intuitive and will take your photos from ordinary to fabulous. Discover how to import, organize and back up files, navigation techniques and the collection feature. Please bring your laptop with Lightroom installed and a thumbdrive. Gary Swinton Leavitt Area High School Tuesday, 5/2 & 5/9 6-8pm Fee: $49 Min/Max: 4/12 New! 225-1010 Arts & Crafts Stamp Making FUN! Interested in scrapbooking or learning how to make your own cards or cute tags? Cut your own stamps from linoleum and other materials and make several pieces to take home with you. Iva Damon Leavitt Area High School Thursday, 4/6 & 4/13 6-8pm Fee: $25 Min/Max: 4/12 New! Make a Reusable Shopping or Beach Bag! Start saving those plastic bags! Crochet with plastic yarn made from the bags you get from the grocery store. A basic knowledge of crocheting is necessary. Please bring crochet hooks in size I, J or K and of course lots of plastic bags! Sybil Hibbard Adult Learning Center Monday, 3/13-4/3 6:30-8pm Fee: $20 Min/Max: 3/6 Learn to Knit: My First Hat A relaxing hobby, with a usable end product! Learn the essentials of knitting in the round. Start with long tail caston, join to knit (and maybe pearl) in the round, do decreases and learn to finish. Please bring size 9 needles, yarn will be provided. Material fee of $25 paid to instructor at first class. Marty Elkin Adult Learning Center Thursday, 3/16-4/6 5-8pm Fee:$45 Min/Max: 4/8 New! Knitting Socks Knit top down socks, with a gusset heel and basic toe, in worsted weight yarn. Learn pattern stitches and how to work the heels and toes. Please bring size 4 needles, yarn will be provided. Material fee of $30 paid to instructor at first class. Marty Elkin Adult Learning Center Thursday, 4/27 - 5/18 5-8pm Fee: $45 Min/Max: 4/8 New! Make Time for YOU! ONE NIGHT WORKSHOPS! Alcohol Ink Painting on Yupo Printing Monotypes Perfect for beginners, this workshop is full of playfulness and experimentations. Painting and rolling ink, cutting paper stencils, using found objects, or drawing with ink, learn the process and leave with completed prints! Iva Damon Leavitt Area High School Thursday, 3/2 & 3/9 6-8pm Fee: $25 Material Fee: $10 Min/Max: 4/12 Page 2 New! Join Portland Jetport’s featured artist and online instructor Kellie Chasse, as she show’s you how to paint with colorful alcohol inks. Receive step by step instructions and create a beautiful, bold, and spontaneous “LOVE TREE“ 5x7 painting in one night! No experience needed and all supplies will be provided including an 8”x10” acid free mat, foam core backing and sleeve. Material fee of $10 paid to instructor at class. Kellie Chasse Leavitt Area High School Wednesday, 3/15 6-8m Fee: $34 Min/Max: 5/10 www.msad52.maineadulted.org Arts Crafts Arts &&Crafts • One Night Workshops Alcohol Ink Necklace Paint with colorful alcohol inks and create a one of a kind Art Necklace. Add your choice of colors and seal to create a unique glass pendant necklace.Use our collection of inks and supplies or bring your own favorites. Material Fee of $10 paid to instructor at class. (You may create more than one necklace for additional material fee of $5 per necklace.) Kellie Chasse Leavitt Area High School Wednesday, 4/12 6-8pm Fee: $24 Min/Max: 5/10 New! Japanese Shibori Silk Scarves “Shibori” is the Japanese resist method of creating designs on silk scarves using PVC pipes. Learn how to wrap scarves around the pipes creating layers and layers of color! You will also be able to paint directly on your scarves. Finish 2 unique scarves, just in time for Mother’s day! Wear old clothes and bring an old towel. Material Fee of $10 paid to instructor at class. Sandi Cirillo Leavitt Area High School Thursday, 5/11 6-9pm Fee: $35 Min/Max: 5/12 Art Night Out ® Natural Brass Embossed Pendant Using the Vintaj metal texturizing system, impress patterns on natural brass shapes and reveal interesting contrast with sanding blocks and sand paper. By experimenting with metal patina inks, add gorgeous, layered color. Finally, combine textured metal with chain and beads to create whimsical, modern jewelry. Fee includes all materials to make one pendant. Adult Learning Center Tuesday, 4/25 6-8pm Fee: $35 Min/Max: 4/8 Page 3 Page 3 New! Art Night Out ® Collage Charm Make your own meaningful mini-collages using paper, text, photos and more. Color wash, glaze and apply pigment powders. When your collage is complete, place it between glass and finish with a unique solderless metal frame. Size of charm is 1”x3”. Fee includes all materials to make 1 two-sided charm. Adult Learning Center Tuesday, 5/2 6-8pm Fee: $35 Min/Max: 4/8 New! Health & Wellness PiYo Live® This Beachbody Live class fuses yoga and Pilates into an hour of full-body conditioning, toning and body weight work. Forget holding static poses-PiYo Live melds continuously flowing moves with inspiring music. Shoes are optional, please bring a sticky mat. Karen Hellekson Turner Primary School Thursday, 4/27-5/18 4:30-5:30pm Fee: $20 Min/Max: 8/20 Drop in fee: $8/class All Levels Vinyasa Flow With over 14 years of experience, Heidi’s class incorporates elements of Tai Chi, Meditation, Hatha Yoga and Shiva Rea’s Vinyasa Yoga. Experience yoga through breath work and flowing postures with attention to structural alignment. Please bring a water bottle, yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Avoid eating 1 hour prior to class. Heidi Audet Tripp Middle School Wednesday, 3/22-4/26 (no class 4/19) 4:15-5:15pm Fee: $50 Min/Max: 4/10 225-1010 225-1010 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Workshop Zumba Gold® Tanya Quarterman Tripp Middle School Tuesday, 4/25-5/9 6-8pm Fee: $75 Min/Max: 4/8 Karen Hellekson Turner Primary School Thursday, 4/27-5/18 5:30-6:30pm Fee: $20 Min/Max: 8 / 30 Drop in fee: $8/class Learn the newest, most up to date nutrition information, combined with cutting edge information on exercise to assist in releasing those unwanted pounds gently and easily! Hypnotic and meditation techniques will enable you to continue your success. Please bring a beach chair or blanket and pillow to class. New! Become a CNA Seeking a challenging and rewarding career in the medical field? Candidates must be dedicated, hard working, reliable and compassionate with an interest in the health care field. This course offers both nursing home and hospital clinical experience. Course Fee: $975 Lab Fee: $25 (includes textbook, state exam & CPR certification) Call 225-1010 to pre-register today! Piloxing Want to try something new? Check out Piloxing, a non-stop, cardio fusion of standing pilates, boxing and dance that will push you past your limits for a sleek and powerful you! Barefoot, yoga socks or sneakers are fine. Please bring a mat. Bonnie Honaker Turner Primary School Monday, 6:30-7:30pm Session 1: 2/27-4/3 Session 2: 4/24-6/5 Fee: $25 per session Min/Max: 8/30 Drop in fee of $5 per class. Page 4 PagePage 2 4 Perfect for active older adults or if you’re new to exercise, Zumba Gold brings all the fun of Zumba at a lower intensity! Benefits include cardiovascular fitness, muscle conditioning, and flexibility. If you’re a dance lover who thinks Zumba is too fast or too difficult, then you need to try this class. Zumba® Fitness for YOU! (And a little Toning Too!!) Get back into fitness with a mix of Latin and other rhythms with elements of cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, flexibility and lots of fun! Add Zumba® Toning into the mix to help build strength and tone target areas. All fitness levels are welcome, the moves are easily modified to meet your need! Bonnie Honaker Turner Primary School Wednesday 6:30-7:30pm Session 1-3/1-4/5 Session 2-4/26-5/31 Fee: $25 per session Min/Max: 8/30 Drop in fee of $5 per class Essential Oils - A Natural Option Have you wondered how to use essential oils for your health and wellness? This class will cover the top 10 fundamental oils and their uses. Bring home your own essential oil blend. Material Fee of $5 paid to instructor at class. Mary Crane Adult Learning Center Tuesday, 3/7 OR 4/4 7-9pm Fee: $10 Min/Max 10/20 www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org Arts & CraftsBasics Homesteading Beginning Beekeeping Backyard Chicken Ranching in the exciting hobby of beekeeping. Assemble hive equipment, use a smoker and veil, acquire bees and install them in a hive, inspect and manage a hive throughout the seasons and produce honey. Material Fee of $10 paid to instructor at first class. This class starts with the idea of owning & raising chickens and takes you on a journey through the bird selection process.Topics include: preparing for your first flock, protecting your flock from predators and illness, and watching your flock multiply. Material Fee of $10 paid to instructor at class. Carol Cottrill New! Leavitt Area High School Thursday, 3/2-4/6 6:30-8:45pm Fee: $45 Min/Max: 5/25 Jason Irish Adult Learning Center Saturday, 4/8 9am-1pm Fee: $45 Min/Max: 5/10 Cover the basics needed to get started New! Felting Soap Grow Your Own Organic Garden Interested in learning how to grow your own vegetables in a sustainable manner? Join us for an evening-long workshop on how to grow your own garden organically. Take home free seeds! All are welcome, from first-timers to experienced gardeners who want to experiment with new techniques! MOFGA Adult Learning Center Wednesday, 4/5 6-9pm Fee: $10 Min/Max: 5/15 Learn how to prepare and felt soap using wet felting techniques that can also be used to make other 3D felted objects. Students will leave this class with several hand-made felted soaps. Material Fee of $10 paid to instructor at class. Diantha Bleau Adult Learning Center Saturday, 4/8 10am-12pm Fee: $15 Min/Max: 3/5 New! Making Goat Milk Soap at Home Make rosemary beeswax lip balm and a basic recipe to make your own lotions. Students will go home with a container of lip balm or two and a bottle of lemongrass hand cream! Material Fee of $10 paid to instructor at class. Transform common kitchen ingredients into beautiful hand crafted soap. Night one learn the science of soap making, safety tips, tools and ingredients. Using a basic recipe, you will make a simple but luxurious soap. Night two, you will expand your repertoire by adding color, scent and/or exfoliant of your choice. You will take home several bars of soap. Material Fee of $15 paid to instructor at first class. Diantha Bleau Adult Learning Center Saturday, 5/6 10am-12pm Fee: $15 Min/Max: 3/5 New! Karen Shumac Adult Learning Center Thursday, 3/16 & 3/23 6-9pm Fee: $35 Min/Max: 4/10 Lip Balm & Moisturizer Workshop Page 5 Page 3 New! 225-1010 225-1010 Career & Finances Welding Looking for a career as a welder or for the skills to complete home welding projects? Master the techniques of welding in a class that will address individual needs. Beginning and advanced students can prepare for State Certification. Course may be taken for credit. Students need steel-toe shoes and safety glasses. Rudy Danforth Leavitt Area High School Thursday, 3/2-5/25 6-9PM Fee: $300 Min/Max: 5/6 ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification & Re-Certification Interested in a career in the food service industry? ServSafe® is the nationally recognized certification required of certain staff in restaurants and other places that prepare and/or serve food. From hand washing and contamination to foodborne pathogens and pest management. You will learn what you need to know! Designed for Food Service, Managers, Chefs, Directors, Kitchen Managers and Food Service Staff. Fee includes textbook and exam. Recertification exam is offered on Saturday. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS BY FRIDAY, APRIL 7TH. Masonry Basics Get ready to tackle your outdoor project. Learn to build your own flower gardens, pizza oven, fireplace or fire pit using old bricks, concrete blocks or field or river stone. Your interest will be your project! Tools and class materials included. Richard Ciarcia Leavitt Area High School Wednesday, 4/26-5/31 4-6pm Fee: $125 Min/Max: 4/8 MSAD 52 Substitute Training Time for an exciting job! This course is one step in the substitute teacher application process. Learn about MSAD 52 school expectations, teachers’s lesson plans and assertive discipline. A high school diploma is required, college degree preferred. REGISTRATION REQUIRED • Call 225-1010 Adult Learning Center Monday, 2/6, 3/6, 4/3 OR 5/1 5:30-9pm Fee: FREE Min/Max: 5/20 Page 6 PagePage 2 4 David Roberts Adult Learning Center Friday, 4/21 8am-4:30pm Saturday, 4/22 8am-12pm with the recertification test @ 10am Fee: $165 (full class) $75 (exam only) Min/Max: 10/20 Secrets of Indie Publishing Independent writers now have a whole new way of producing and marketing their books. Recent innovations in the rapidly changing technology in printing have created a boom in self-publishing. This workshop will outline some of the options, both traditional and nontraditional, including what is offered locally. Discover how to get technical assistance and types of organizations, printers, and publishers that work with Maine authors.Material Fee of $10 paid to instructor at class. • Jane Karker is owner and president of Maine Authors Publishing and Cooperative and Custom Museum Publishing Inc., with over fifteen years of experience in the printing industry. Jane Karker Adult Learning Center Thursday, 4/27 6:15-8:30pm Fee: $30 Min/Max: 4/12 New! www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org Arts Career&&Crafts Finances Budgeting Basics Explore the basic components of building a budget. Topics include: money tracking, goal setting, challenges, reduce expenses, and understanding your overall financial situation to managing your money and creating goals that work for you. There is no charge for this workshop, but pre-registration is required. New Ventures Maine Adult Learning Center Tuesday, 2/28 5:30-7:30pm Fee: Free Min/Max: 3/6 Financial Wellness Financial understanding for everyday situations. We will be covering a wide range of topics including but not limited to: building a budget, basic credit understanding and impact, how to build credit, setting your financial sights, and how to organize your money. New! Chris Wood Adult Learning Center Wednesday, 3/15-4/5 5:30-6:30pm Fee: $5 Min/Max: 4/15 Extra Income Basics Learn the basics of marketing your business both offline and online. Your need to understand marketing to get the sales to grow your business is necessary for your success. Can you use a little extra money? Discover the differences between supplemental and residual income. Making money can improve your finances in ways that saving money cannot. There are only so many ways to save, but there are an unlimited number of ways to earn extra money! New! Melissa Carbajal Adult Learning Center Tuesday, 4/25-5/16 5:30-8:30pm Fee: $60 Min/Max: 4/15 Melissa Carbajal New! Adult Learning Center Wednesday 4/12 5:30-8:30pm Fee: $20 Min/Max: 4/15 Small Business Marketing For the Community Youth Baseball Spring Training Chair Caning Rick Peabody Leavitt Area High School Saturday, 4/1 & 4/8 9-10am session: 8-10 year olds Pam Lanyon Leavitt Area High School Saturdays, 3/11 & 3/18 9am-4pm, 3/25 9am-12pm Fee: $95 Min/Max:3/6 Shake off the winter rust, sharpen skills and learn new techniques for the upcoming season! Leavitt Baseball is proud to present the 2nd annual youth baseball spring training clinic. Players will get a head start on the spring season with coaching in hitting, fielding and throwing. 10:30am-12pm 11-14 year olds Fee: $45 Min/Max: 10/30 Page Page 7 7 Page 3 First-time and experienced caners will enjoy these classes! Restore your family heirloom or start a new tradition by learning the 7-step chair caning process! Bring your chair with drilled holes, no experienced needed! Material Fee of $30 paid to instructor at first class. 225-1010 225-1010 225-1010 For the Community Plants are Best! Discover the benefits of eating whole plant-based foods to reverse chronic diseases including diabetes, heart disease and obesity. Enjoy cooking demonstrations with tasting, and meal ideas and recipes to change your life! Material Fee of $15 paid to instructor at class. Lori Ireland Adult Learning Center Saturday, 4/8 10am-2pm Fee: $25 Min/Max: 5/12 New! K-9 Training 101 Train your dog to be well mannered and obedient. Learn basic obedience commands, leash walking and behavior modification. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Requirements: non-chain leashes, well-fitting collar and current rabies shots. Donna Cassista Turner Elementary School Tuesday, 4/25-5/16 6:30-7:30pm Fee: $55 Min/Max: 10/20 Introduction to Self Employment Backcountry Emergencies Whether you hike, paddle, or showshoe in the woods consider this workshop developed by a Master Guide and long-time emergency aid instructor. This non-certification course includes essential wilderness first aid knowledge and survival skills. Students should bring their packs. Decide if self employment is the right choice for you. We will cover the pros and cons of owning your own business, the steps needed for start-up, elements of a business plan and resources available to help you succeed! There is no charge for this workshop, but pre-registration is required. New Ventures Maine Adult Learning Center Thursday, 4/6 6-8pm Fee: Free Min/Max: 4/15 Brad Rounds Adult Learning Center Wednesday, 4/26-5/31 5:30-9pm Fee: $55 Min/Max: 4/8 New! Dance the Night Away! Weddings, reunions and parties are always more fun when you are dancing! Step onto the dance floor with confidence! Take one class or all three! No partner or prior dance experience is necessary. Please wear closed toe shoes. Sergei Slussky Turner Elementary School Thursday, 4/27-6/1 New! Ballroom Dance Basics: Learn the Waltz, East Coast Swing & Foxtrot. 6-7pm Fee: $60 Min/Max: 10/40 Latin Dance Basics: Learn the Salsa, Merengue & Rumba. 7-8pm Fee: $60 Min/Max: 10/40 Wedding Dance Basics: Learn the East Coast Swing, Foxtrot & Hustle. 8-9pm Fee: $72 Min/Max: 20/40 Page 8 Page Page Page 2 84 Small Engine Repair In this hands-on course you will learn how to service small gasoline engines found in recreational vehicles and outdoor power equipment such as lawn mowers, snow throwers, chain saws and garden tractors. Students are encouraged to bring and repair their own small engines. Required: steel toed boots & safety glasses. James Prescott Leavitt Area High School Tuesdays, 4/25-5/16 6-9pm Fee: $60 Min/Max: 5/16 New! www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org Artsthe&Community Crafts For BBQ Basics & Birds–5/6 Create your own rubs and sauces with different regional styles and flavors. Using a variety of smoking methods, prepare mouth-watering smoked chicken thighs, a whole chicken and sample other styles of barbecued birds. Beef, Pork & Other Tasty Critters–5/13 Discuss smoking beef, roasts and short ribs to burgers and brisket. Explore options available for the many cuts of beef. Also on the menu is variations on pork: butts, bacon, sausage and ribs!! Discover the 3-2-1 method for smoking great southern style spareribs. Plenty to sample and plenty to eat! Lunch is provided! Take both classes & Tim McDonald save! Adult Learning Center Saturday 5/13 & 5/20 10am-5pm Fee: $49/class OR both for $90 Min/Max: 5/12 Notary Public Training The primary duty of a Notary is to formally witness signatures on paper documents and, in Maine, they can also officiate weddings. Instructor has over 40 years of experience! Material Fee of $5 paid to instructor at class. Joyce Pratt Leavitt Area High School Tuesday 4/4 5:30-8pm Fee: $40 Min/Max: 4/15 Maine Driving Dynamics Improve your defensive driving awareness and abilities. Discuss collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challenge drivers on Maine’s highways. Receive a three-point credit on your driving record upon course completion. Adult Learning Center Saturday 3/18 8:30am-2:00pm Fee: $40 (over 65 yo $10) Min/Max: 8/20 Page Page 9 7 Page 3 Auburn/Lewiston Driver Education (formerly Martin’s Driving Academy) Complete in 4 Weeks! This Driver's Education class is offered at LAHS. Time: 2:15-4:45pm Fee: $445 Session 1: 2/13, 14, 15, 16, 27, 3/1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15 Session 2: 3/20, 22, 23, 27, 29, 30, 4/3, 5, 6, 10, 12, 13 Session 3: 4/24, 26, 27, 5/1, 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 15, 17, 18 Call 689-3276 to register! Student’s must be 15 years old and bring birth certificate to the first day of class STATE OF MAINE SAFETY COURSE These mandatory courses consist of classroom instruction and home study. You must attend all scheduled classes in order to receive your certificate. (Must be at least 10 years of age to attend. If under 16, must be accompanied by an adult.) Passage of a final exam is required. Leavitt Area High School Fee: $10 FirearmHunter Safety Education: Students must demonstrate that they can safely handle a firearm, participate in activities and bring in a survival kit with appropriate contents. Tuesday, 3/28 6-8pm & Saturday, 4/8 9am-5pm Min/Max: 10/20 Archery Hunter: This class will provide you with a wealth of knowledge regarding equipment, proper hunting methods, responsibilities, and general safety. Most classes will have some outdoor exercises. Wednesday, 3/29 6-9pm & Saturday 4/8 8:304:30pm Min/Max: 10/30 225-1010 225-1010 225-1010 For the Community British Soccer Camp Coming Soon! It will be summer time fun for ages 3-14 at the most popular soccer camp in the country! Register online now to reserve your camper’s slot. To receive a FREE British Soccer jersey you must register online by June 2nd! 7/17 – 7/21/2017 For more info and to Register online: www.challengersports.com Learn your way, with online courses and career training programs that help you turn your dream job into a reality! Hundreds of ONLINE classes that fit your schedule! Check it out www.ed2go.com/msad52 CPR AED Heartsaver CPR AED is an American Heart Association- classroom, video -based, instructor-led course. Upon successful completion, including a skills test, students receive a Heartsaver CPR AED course completion card, valid for 2 years. Course also meets re-certification requirement. Handbook and certification card included in the course. Physical ability to practice and demonstrate chest compressions is required. Charles Beale Tripp Middle School Wednesday, 5/17 6-9pm Fee: $40 Material Fee: $25 Min/Max: 2 / 12 The Academy of Medical Professions Courses: Become Nationally Certified! 10-20 weeks certificate programs for one of the most high demand careers! Medical Coding Hospial Coding Medical Billing Specialist Dental Assisting Understanding Medicare When are you eligible for Medicare benefits? What is the timeline to enroll without penalties? What does and doesn’t Original Medicare cover? What additional plans are available that work in conjunction with Original Medicare? Get these answers and more during this one night workshop, along with a brief overview of financial assistance options. Robert Harvey Adult Learning Center Tuesday 3/7 7-8pm Fee: $5 Min/Max: 4/15 Page 10 Page Page Page 2 84 Pharmacy Technician Certified Group Exercise & Personal Trainer Medical Transcription Certificate Program Plus training is offered in these other high-demand jobs! For more info please call The Academy of Medical Professions at 866-516-8274 or 207-721-0714 email: [email protected] www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org One Night Workshops • Just for YOU! The classes below are all one night workshops. Register early, classes may fill fast! Making Friends with the IEP Thurs 3/9 5:30-7:30pm $10 For parents, foster parents or anyone who has or works with a child who has an IEP or 504 plan. Follow the process of an IEP and how to navigate through the laws, rights, time frames and definitions. Intro to PowerPoint Thurs 3/16 6-8pm $15 Explore the basics of building a PowerPoint for business, educational or personal presentations. No experience necessary. Transition Planning for High School Thur 3/16 5:30-7:30pm $10 Learn about the IEP requirements for transition planning and how you and your student can be involved to guide the decisions that are made. Explore various options for independent living. Space Planning for Living in Comfort Tues 3/21 6-8pm $15 Create a comfortable living space by laying out rooms for good circulation and creating space that fits your lifestyle. The Gift of the Present Every Day Mindfulness Thurs 3/23 6-7:30pm $15 Why is mindfulness good for you? Experience the present moment. Find simple, powerful ways to incorporate mindfulness into your daily life. Animals Around Us Wed 3/29 6-8pm $15 Enhance your love of the wood and learn about the sights, sounds and signs of common woodland creatures. A Master Maine Recreational Guide leads this class. Page 11 Page 11 Holy Fire Karuna Reiki Experience Tues 4/11 6-8:30pm $20 Restore and balance your energy in this simple hands-on healing modality that will reduce stress, provide deep relaxation and promote healing of mind/body/spirit1 No Excuses! Wed 4/12 5:30-8:30pm $15 Stuck in a rut? Tired of running in mud? Want to move forward in life? Stop the self-sabotage and identify your own excuses! Change is for the best! Color for Living in Your Home Thurs 4/13 6-8pm $15 How can color enhance your life and your moods? The colors of your home matter and can set the tone for your living space! Preserving the Harvest Wed 5/3 5:30--8:30pm $20 This hands-on workshop, taught by the UMaineCooperative Extension will show you the basic steps for canning and freezing. Please bring a potholder. Past Life Regression Wed 5/3 6-8pm $20 Curious about the idea of having a past life? Our questions can sometimes be answered by experiencing a past life regression. You will be guided through your memories, in a relaxed state. Chakra Attunement Wed 5/10 6-7:30pm $15 Using relaxation and guided imagery your chakras clear and activate, promoting optional well being. Discover the names, functions and locations of the 7 major chakras. Quantum Healing Hypnosis Tues 5/23 6-8:30pm $20 Discover QHHT and experience a Past Life Regression. A group discussion will follow. Please bring a notebook and pen to record your past life. Wear comfortable clothing. For more detailed information visit us online at: www.msad52.maineadulted.org 225-1010 225-1010 Day & Evening Credit Courses for your High School Diploma! Academics • Visit www.msad52.maineadulted.org fmi. Is MSAD 52 Adult & Community Education right for you? Always dreamed of getting your high school diploma or high school equivelency but unsure where to start? Make an appointment to discuss where you are, goals you have and skills you need. We can design a learning plan just for you,,,,..the first step is yours! How long is it going to take? The length of time varies, depending on how much time you are willing to commit, what your skill level is and your ultimate goals. We will work with you to set a realistic time frame to complete your educational goals. Courses we offer: ELL - for non-native English speakers to learn to speak, write and communicate effectively. ABE - for adults who need basic development of reading and math skills. Learn in a small, comfortable and encouraging classroom setting. The HiSET® - has replaced the GED® as Maine’s High School equivalency test. If you are an adult without a high school diploma, this could be your answer to an improved career, a college education and increased earning potential! Completion of five exams in the areas of: Interpreting Literature, Writing, Math, Science and Social Studies are required. Exam preparation and testing are FREE! Day and evening classes are available. MSAD 52 District Diploma - transfer your current credits into our adult diploma option, 20 total credits includes courses in financial literacy, computer basics and career exploration-for transcript analysis, call and schedule an appointment. Career Certifications - Welding, Substitute Training, Masonry, Dental Assistant, Personal Trainer, Medical Transcription & more! Register today to start your new career! If you have work and family obligations, we have solutions. Our program is designed to fit your needs. We offer day and evening hours, computer-based instruction and HiSET® testing. Please call us at 225-1010 to learn more about our program. Academic courses are FREE for registered adult education students! Our instruction is focused on career assessments ad your personal goals. All curriculum is aligned to the federal Department of Labor core competencies for employment and Career Readiness. Evening classes include: Math/Algebra Science College Transitions Computer Basics Make the dream of earning your diploma a reality! Day classes include: Civics Career Skills & Explorations ESL Basic Math Science Foundations & More! Page 12 12 Page Call 225-1010 for intake & registration information. www.msad52.maineadulted.org www.msad52.maineadulted.org Expanding Opportunities & Changing Lives. Want to take the next step toward a rewarding career or continue your education or training? The HiSET® is a high school equivalency test that is required for college and is more important than ever to employers. We provide you the tools necessary to prepare, guide and help you achieve your HiSET® success! Your future starts here! The HiSET® Exam. The HiSET® exam is available in both English and Spanish, and accommodations are available for test takers with disabilities or health-related needs. HiSET® Prep- Classes run on Tuesday & Thursday Evenings Medical Professions Training! COMING SOON! MSAD 52, RSU 16, Lewiston CareerCenter and Academy of Medical Professions have jointly developed a pilot program for career certification. Medical Office Professionals Training with National Certification If you are underemployed, or seeking a new career, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn valuable skills that that are highly desired by many local healthcare employers! There is NO COST for those who qualify. To be considered as an initial candidate, please call us at 225-1010 to set up a short assessment to determine eligibility and prepare for the next step! Page 13 225-1010 Winter/Spring 2017 Registration Form Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________ Street/PO Box City Zip Code Birth Date: __________________ Phone: __________________ Cell: ______________________ SS#: (optional) __________________ E-mail: __________________________________________ Are you taking this course to enhance your skills? YES __________ NO ___________ How did you hear about us? __________________________________________________________________ Title of Course Date & Time Fee 1. 2. 3.. Please make checks payable to MSAD 52 Adult Education ONLINE: www.msad52.maineadulted.org MAIL: Complete the enclosed registration form and mail payment to: MSAD 52 Adult Education 486 Turner Center Road Turner, Maine 04282 PHONE: To register for FREE classes, call 225-1010. Only a paid registration holds your spot! Cancellations: When MSAD 52 closes due to poor weather conditions, school calendar day closings, or early release, our adult education classes are also canceled. Age Policy: The minimum age for enrichment classes is 16, unless otherwise specified. Discounts: Senior citizens & MSAD 52 employees receive a discount of $5 off their registration fee. This discount is not available with on-line registration or for one-session classes. Page 14 Refund/Payment Policy: If you withdraw after the first class and before the second class, you can receive a 50% refund. No refunds after the second class or for one-session classes. • Withdrawing from any day/night class must be done 24 hours before class start time to receive full refund. • Classes with less than the minimum number of participants will only run at the discretion of the Adult Education director. • Course fees, lab fees and material fees must be paid at the time of registration, unless otherwise specified. • There is a $10 charge for checks returned due to non-sufficient funds. • We reserve the right to make changes in the starting and ending dates of the courses when necessary and are not responsible for typographical errors. • Adults with documented learning disabilities can request accommodations for the HiSET® www.msad52.maineadulted.org MSAD 52 Adult & Community Education Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Turner, Maine 04282 Permit No.1 486 Turner Center Road Turner, Maine 04282 225-1010 www.msad52.maineadulted.org Postal Patron ECRWSS Ready2Work/PSS/CRMA Training No costs for eligible participants. Training Valued over $500! Receive a Ready2Work, Personal Support Specialist & Certified Residential Medication Aide Certificate! Specialized training recognized by local health care facilities • Guaranteed an interview • Short-term training, start earning quickly • Opportunities for advancement • Professional work that is personally rewarding Apply by January 27th! Contact the Lewiston CareerCenter today! Call 753-9005 or 800-741-2991 Call us at 225-1010 fmi.