Adult Learning Center
Program Coordinator: Susan Erno
(434)245-2817
Susan.Erno@ccs.k12.va.us
Fax: (434)245-2601
For class and registration information, contact:
Stephanie Whiting, Administrative Assistant
(434)245-2817
Stephanie.Whiting@ccs.k12.va.us
The Charlottesville City Schools Adult Education program provides area adults with the educational opportunities needed to be successful workers, parents and community members. We believe that all adults are capable of learning and deserve a chance to further their education. We offer quality services at affordable cost to a diverse adult population.
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We offer classes in Adult Basic Education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL — five levels), GED Preparation, and Family Literacy to improve the ability of adults to meet their goals as parents, workers and community members. We also work with businesses to provide custom-designed classes for employees.
Mission
The mission of the Charlottesville Adult Education Program is to:
- provide educational services that will lead to a GED for adults who currently are without a high school diploma;
- provide instructional services to adults to prepare them for the changing work force and assist them in helping their children to succeed in school;
- provide English language instruction to non-native English speakers in the Charlottesville, Virginia area, with special emphasis on those in greatest need;
- assist English language students in developing their abilities;
- empower students in their own learning by giving them learning tools and strategies to use in developing their skills on their own.
Goals
To improve the skills of adults thereby enabling them to:
- attain a GED or other credential;
- enroll in a college or training program;
- obtain or keep a current job;
- become their children's teachers; and
- function effectively within American society.
Who We Serve
The Adult Education Program serves adults, aged 18 and older, who wish to improve their basic academic skills such as reading, writing and math, to prepare for the GED test, and/or to improve their English.
Class and Registration Information
Classes Offered
- Skills Development
- GED Prep
- GED Fast Track
- ELearnVA
- English as a Second Language
Registration
You will register at the Adult Learning Center, 935-A Second St. SE. All new students need to be assessed prior to beginning class. Assessments are held every Wednesday at 10:00 AM.
Fall 2011 assessment/registration schedule:
Aug. 23, 10:00am - 12:00noon OR 6:00-8:00pm
Aug. 24, 10:00am - 12:00noon OR 6:00-8:00pm
Aug. 30, 10:00am - 12:00noon OR 6:00-8:00pm
Aug. 31, 10:00am - 12:00noon OR 6:00-8:00pm
Class Schedules
For a complete class schedule, please click on the Catalog link or the Class Information link on the sidebar menu.
Cost
Classes cost $125 per class, except where otherwise stated in the class catalog. City residents receive a $15 discount. Book fees are additional. You must pay fees in person before the first class meeting. Exact cash, check or money order is accepted.
The Department of Social Services, the Department of Rehabilitative Services, and the Virginia Employment Commission may be able to pay fees if you receive services from them.
Scholarships based upon need are also available. Contact Susan Erno at 245-2825 or Susan.Erno@ccs.k12.va.us for further information.
Volunteers are Needed!
The Adult Learning Center at the Ix Building needs committed volunteers to help out in our GED and ESL (English as a Second Language) classrooms, morning, afternoon and evening. There are some opportunities at off-site locations as well.
Change a Life-Make a Difference! by volunteering to help adult students pass their GED or learn English.
Please contact Cherry Stewart, Volunteer Coordinator at 245-2815 or Cherry.Stewart@ccs.k12.va.us to set up an appointment for volunteer orientation.
Charlottesville Festival of Cultures
The 9th annual Charlottesville Festival of Cultures is scheduled for Saturday, May 12, 2012. This all day Festival in Lee Park celebrates the cultural and linguistic diversity in our community. If you would like to help plan this community-building event, to participate in the event, or volunteer at the event, contact Debbie at Debra.Tuler@ccs.k12.va.us or at 245-2819. For more information on the Festival of Cultures and a current list of participants, please visit our website www.festivalofcultures.org