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Continuing Education
South Colonie offers continuing education for all adults. Minimum fees are charged for registration, instruction and materials. A brochure listing the course offerings is mailed to all residents in August and December and classes begin each September and January. For registration times, contact the office at 869-3576, ext. 2443, or view the course booklet available on this web site.
ELIGIBILITY
Registration
is open to all adults (age 21 and older), both residents and nonresidents of South
Colonie.
ENROLLMENT
Because Continuing Education is a self-sustaining program it is
necessary to have a minimum of 12 people enrolled in a course before it
can be held. All courses are filled on a “first come, first
served” basis.
PARKING
All vehicles must be in designated parking areas only, NOT IN CIRCLES. VIOLATORS MAY BE TICKETED OR TOWED.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Residents
of the South Colonie School District, age 60 or older, may use their
Courtesy Cards for the purpose of participation in the Program of
Continuing Education at no cost, unless otherwise noted.
Additional fees for books and materials are not waived for senior
citizens. Courtesy Cards are available at the South Colonie District
Office.
GENERAL EQUIVALENCY DIPLOMA PROGRAM
This program is offered by the Capital Region BOCES for all students 18 or
older who lack a high school diploma and have left school. It
is free of charge to South Colonie residents and all adults age 21 and
older. The program features instruction by a certified teacher in the five areas of study to prepare for the GED exam. Initial assessment is done to determine the student's needs, and an individualized education plan is developed to accommodate each student. In addition, employment preparation
skills are offered to those students who are entering the work
force. Call 862-4701 to register.
GRASP... A GED HOME-STUDY PROGRAM (Available in English or Spanish)
This special program is offered by the Capital Region BOCES for adults 21 years of age and older who cannot attend classes. Individualized packets of instruction are delivered to the library nearest your home every two weeks for you to pick up. You work at home at your own pace, and may call your teacher at BOCES if you need help or have questions. At the end of the two weeks, you return your packet to the library and pick up your next assignments. The program is free and you may register by calling BOCES Adult Education at 862-4707 between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
ESOL - (English for Speakers of Other Languages Class)
The Capital Region BOCES conducts classes for all levels of non-English speakers who need further study in English reading and writing. You will also learn about American traditions and customs. The program is free to adults 21 years and older. Class is contingent on number enrolled. Please see brochure for details regarding times and dates, or call 862-4705 to register.
ESOL HOME STUDY PROGRAM - (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
The Capital Region BOCES offers a program that allows non-native
English speakers who are 21 years of age or over to study English at
home. Individualized packets of instruction are delivered to the
library nearest your home every two weeks. You pick up the packet,
complete the work, and return it to your library on the next drop
off/pick up date. You may call your teacher at BOCES if you need help
during the two weeks. This program is free to adults 21 years and
older. To register for this program call 862-4761.
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