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Volume I, Issue 1
Winter 2011
A publication of Wiscasset Adult & Community Education/RSU#12
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The Learning Link—Volume 1, Issue 1
Discounts
10%
10%
10%
10%
Mature Learners: age 60 and over
RSU#12 Students & Employees
Group: Register 3 or more classes/people
Early Bird: Register 1 month before the start of a class
Combine your discounts to rack
up some savings!
Discounts apply to registrations
totaling more than $10. No
discounts may be applied to
travel or courses offered by other adult ed programs.
www.ed2go.com/wiscasset
www.MyAdultEd.org
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In this Issue
4
Five Reasons to Enrich
Your Life with Adult
Education
19
Jumpstart your New
Year with a Boost to
your Career
5
A Culinary Journey:
Around the World in
8 Days
20
From the Bath
CareerCenter
6
From the Director
21
Business Skills Training
8
The Case for Cultural
Enrichment
22
Office Skills
Learning Center
10
Hot Courses on Ed2Go
24
Local Higher Education
11
Taking Care of You
26
Online Career
Training Programs
14
Computer Classes
27
The Lincoln County
College Connection
16
Wiscasset
Community Center
28
Your Future is Now
17
Community Safety
29
High School Completion
18
The Backyard Farmer
30
Registration
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The Learning Link—Volume 1, Issue 1
Five Reasons to Enrich Your Life
with Adult Education
Reason #1: Boredom
Hanging around the house with nothing to do?
Why not take a class? A cooking class could give
you the excuse you need to entertain more, or a
photography class could help you get more out of traveling.
Reason #2: Learn About Something Useful
Do you wish you didn't have to pay an accountant to do your
taxes every year? Need to brush up on Microsoft Excel? Enrolling
in a course allows you to take the time you need to learn the
skills necessary to
complete tasks on
your own in your
transitive verb en·riched, en·rich·ing,
own time.
en·rich
(ĕn-rĭch)
en·rich·es
Reason #3: Bond
To make rich or richer.
with Friends or
To make fuller, more meaningful,
Family
or more rewarding:
Adult
education en·richment (ĕn-rĭch'mənt) n.
classes really bring
The act of enriching or the state of
people
together.
being enriched.
Taking a writing
Something that enriches.
class with a friend or
two is a good excuse to get together and share your work. Need
some quality time with Mom? Take a Yoga class and enjoy all the
healthful benefits for the body and mind. Or try your hand at
improving your computer skills with your fiancé, and you could
make your own wedding invitations.
Reason #4: Meet New People
An adult education class is a great opportunity to meet others in
your community. Networking, sharing ideas and interests,
lending support are just some of the by-products of participating
in an adult ed class.
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Reason #5: Improve Yourself
There's nothing like the feeling you get when
you acquire a skill. Whether you learn how to
speak Spanish, make a gourmet meal, play an
instrument, or write a novel, the sense of
accomplishment you'll feel will truly enrich your
relationships, your job performance, and your
life.
If you would like an academic experience without the
requirements or time commitment of earning a degree, you may
wish to consider an enrichment course. Enrichment courses differ
from traditional coursework in that they do not carry academic
credits or curriculum requirements, nor do they ultimately lead to
a degree.
Our wide range of classes provide the unique opportunity for you
to begin your personal renaissance – whether you are looking to
broaden your horizons, meet new people, enhance your
marketability, prepare to go back to school, find a creative outlet,
or just try something new. Best of all – our classes are designed to
accommodate both your unique learning style, and your busy
schedule!
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A Culinary Journey: Around the World in 8 Days
Tempt your taste buds with tantalizing treats and
traveler’s treasures. Explore cultural cuisine from
far reached of the globe in this series of cooking
classes held Friday nights, 5:30-8:00pm at the Morris Farm in
Wiscasset. The instructional fee for each class is $15 per person
or $25 per couple. Full descriptions are available online at
www.MyAdultEd.org.
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Course Name
Date
Course Name
Date
German Kochen
Jan 21
Mangia! Eating Italian
Apr 1
Materials: $15
Cuisine de L’Amore
Materials: $25
Feb 11
Materials: $25
The Versatile Egg
Apr 15
Materials: $15
Feb 18
Materials: $20
Fiesta Friday
Materials: $15
Tax Time Tandoori
Spice is Nice
Apr 29
Materials: $20
Mar 11
The Art of Chinese Cooking
Materials: $15
May 13
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The Learning Link—Volume 1, Issue 1
From the Director
Information Overload.
Do you ever just feel like there is too much
information out there?
We're in the business of educating, which used to be primarily
about acquiring skills and soaking up knowledge. But how full
can we get? Is there a physiological limit to the number of skills
any one body can possess? Is there a knowledge saturation
threshold? I don't have the answers to these questions, but I
have some hypotheses. I'll have to do some research...
Which brings me to my point. The world of education has added
as one of its primary missions the development of information
processing, critical thinking, decision-making, communication,
and innovation. In addition to the 3 R's, there is a new
assortment of literacies to teach: written, oral, numeric,
financial, visual, employment, and
digital literacy. With so many services
Is the content of
and programs available through adult
our catalog really
and community education, our catalogs
accessible to all of
have become jam-packed.
the members of
our community?
This has left me wondering, is the
content of our catalog really accessible
to all of the members of our community at large? Or is it
information overload? Are we really giving you the right kind of
information you need? Is it organized in an easily digestible
format? While I don't think the answer to these questions is a
resounding No, I do think we can serve you better. Here’s how. 
Learning is not achieved by
chance, it must be sought for
with ardor and attended to
with diligence. – Abigail Adams
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Enter The Learning Link.
Welcome to the first issue of The Learning Link, our new
periodical that will replace our catalog. As you flip through the
pages, you will see a combination of articles, charts,
advertisements, lists, and images. The content is organized
around the major programs we offer, providing you with a quick
snapshot, an explanation, and some details at a glance. This
allows you to utilize The Learning Link in several different ways:
browsing at your leisure, deeper study, or as a quick reference.
Additional information about each course and program we offer
is available on our website at www.wiscassetadulted.com.
In direct response to information overload, a new form of
expository text has been developed for new media, called
Visually Differentiated Text (VDT). You will see in these
articles, as well as in other
Visually Differentiated Text
magazines and websites, how
uses "the 7 Bs":
this helps make the text
▪ bullets ▪ boldface
easier to read, search, and
▪ breaks (white space)
navigate. We hope you will
▪ banners (paragraphs titles)
welcome the change.
▪ beginnings ▪ boxes
▪ beyond monochrome (color)
Your Thoughts?
Let us know what you think. We are your adult and community
education program, poised to adapt to suit your needs. If you
have some input on courses you would like to see, services we
could provide, or how to improve The Learning Link, please give
us a call at 882-9710 or email afensie@svrsu.org.

Happy Learning!
Anne Fensie, Director
Tell me and I Forget. Show me and I remember.
Involve me and I understand. – Chinese Proverb
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The Case for Cultural Enrichment
Cultural Enrichment is not a frivolous endeavor. Quite the
contrary. In a 2002 survey of over 17,000 adults nationwide, the
National Foundation for the Arts found some strong evidence
that
supports
the
People who read literature and
importance of literature
participate in the arts are more likely to
and the arts in our daily ▪ Attend events in their community,
lives.
such as plays, concerts, museums,
Wiscasset
Adult
&
Community
Education
regularly offers a variety
of opportunities to engage
in the arts. Take a look at
some of our offerings on
these two pages.
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▪
▪
▪
▪
and movies
Engage in sports by attending
sporting events and playing sports
Stay active by exercising and
engaging in outdoor activities
Volunteer in their community
Be creative
Course Name
Spanish for the Traveler
Day/Time
Wednesday
6:00-8:00p
Monday
6:00-8:00p
Friday
2:45-5:30p
Dates
Jan 19
Mar 2
Jan 24
Mar 14
Jan 28
May 13
Fee
6 wks
$55
6 wks
$55
15wks
$250
Where Did We Come From?
Learn about the roots of Western civilization. Who
invented the alphabet? Why does the "cynic" snarl
like a dog? Common phrases, modern borders, the
beginning of Science--all came from 5 centuries
BC.
Friday
6:00-9:00p
Jan 28
Feb 11
3 wks
$40
Constellations of Spring
Saturn and Mars are up and we’ll look through a
telescope and history to explore the planets, Milky
Way, 7 sisters & nearby brightest stars. Required
text: ―The Stars, a new way to see them‖ by Rey.
Friday
6:00-9:00p
Mar 4
Mar 25
4 wks
$45
Learn to Play Acoustic Guitar
Discover the range, octave, and 16 or so chords
you'll need to play a jillion songs! Ted’s unique
way of teaching has benefited many students by
incorporating different aspects of music along with
practice, practice, practice!
Friday
6:00-9:00p
Apr 8
May 20
6 wks
$75
French for the Traveler
American Sign Language
Using the Signing Naturally Curriculum, we will
learn some of the basics of sign language, such as
introducing yourself, talking about yourself, and
talking about your surroundings. Join us for a
total "hands on" immersion experience.
www.MyAdultEd.org
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Course Name
The Art of Origami
Parents, grandparents and their children can
enjoy this class together and share the fun!
Emphasis is on the 3 P's of successful living:
Patience, Precision, and Persistence. Origami has
been shown to increase the powers of analysis,
synthesis, problem finding and solving, and is
great for those struggling with math! So grab the
kids, the price includes parent and child!
Materials fee of $5 per person payable to the
instructor.
Day/Time
Tuesday
6:00-8:00p
Dates
Jan 18
Feb 1
Fee
2 wks
$35
Acrylic Painting
Acrylics have their own advantages,
characteristics, and unique possibilities. In this
class, we will learn to paint with this versatile
medium using photos, still lifes, or perhaps a
favorite artistic piece.
Tuesday
6:00-8:00p
Jan 18
Mar 1
6 wks
$55
Ceramics with Brandon Lutterman
This course is an introduction to ceramics that will
give students the basic skills to create work in
clay. The students will learn hand building, wheel
throwing, and glazing techniques, in addition to
learning about the history of clay and the different
methods of firing that have evolved over time.
Wednesday
5:45-8:30p
Jan 19
May 11
15 wks
$350
Pencil & Paper-The Art of Drawing
Learning to draw is about learning to see and
relating what you see onto paper. If you have
desire, you're almost there! The basics of drawing
such as shading and perspective will be taught in
this 4 week interactive class. All that you need is a
pencil or charcoal and a newsprint pad of
moderate sized paper.
Thursday
6:00-8:00p
Jan 20
Feb 10
4 wks
$40
Photography with Dave Cleaveland
We will begin with basics in photography/camera
use and work our way up to some intermediate
techniques.
Dave Cleaveland is the owner of Maine Imaging.
Visit www.maineimaging.com to see some of the
beautiful images he has captured.
Thursday
7:00-8:30p
Mar 3
Apr 7
6wks
$125
The Art of Henna
Experience the magic that comes from this
medicinal herb that heals, de-stresses and
beautifies our body and soul. Learn about the
history of henna, the mixing process and try out
different designs & techniques in applying henna
for yourself.
Tuesday
6:30-8:30p
May 17
1 wk
$40
Visit www.luttermanceramics.com to see more of
Brandon’s work.
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The Learning Link—Volume 1, Issue 1
Over 300 Instructor Led
Online Courses are just a
click away!
Here’s how to get started:
1. Visit our Online Instruction Center at
www.ed2go.com/wiscasset.
2. Browse the categories to find the course of your choice, or
use the large Search box to find a class by keyword.
3. Click the Enroll Now button and follow the onscreen
directions. Don’t forget your username and password!
4. On the start date, return to the Online Instruction Center
and click the
My Classroom link.
Try the first
Log in to begin your class.
week FREE!
Click View Demo
New courses begin monthly
January 19 | February 16 | March 16 | April 20
This Month’s
Hot Courses
on Ed2Go
1. Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007 Work with numbers? You need
to know Excel. Learn the secrets of this powerful application.
2. Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach Prepare for a
career in the health services industry by learning medical terminology in
a memorable and enjoyable fashion.
3. A to Z Grantwriting Learn how to research and develop relationships
with potential funding sources, organize grantwriting campaigns, and prepare proposals.
4. Speed Spanish Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words together
into sentences, and you'll be engaging in conversational Spanish in no
time.
5. Project Management Fundamentals Gain the skills you'll need to succeed in the fast-growing field of project management.

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Taking Care of You
The start of a New Year often brings Resolutions of health and
wellness—―I will lose 20 pounds‖, ―I will become more active‖, ―I
will try not to be so stressed‖, ―I will make time for me‖… Here
are some ways you can take care of you.
Women’s Wisdom Circle
Join a group of dynamic women, finding
support in these stressful times, sharing,
laughing, and learning to do it differently,
with ease. Women of all ages,
backgrounds, and wisdoms are welcome and essential to open up
new insights. This weekly circle, led by experienced life coach
Elizabeth Sylvester, will use the collective wisdom of the group
to help members begin to create new paths and different ways of
thinking, doing and being.
Elizabeth Sylvester's experience as a life coach, parent advocate,
and mediator brings a varied background of experiences in
leading women's circles. Lightness and laughter are musts in all
her circles and workshops!

Course Name
Women's Wisdom Circle
Trim & Tone Session 1 After School Workout
Drop-in fee: $15.00 per class
Trim & Tone Session 1 Evening
The Feldenkrais Method Session 1
Drop-in fee: $12.50 per class
Belly Dance with Josephina Winter 2011
Trim & Tone Session 2 After School Workout
Trim & Tone Session 2 Evening
The Feldenkrais Method Session 2
Belly Dance with Josephina Spring 2011
Day/Time
Monday
Dates
Jan 24
Fee
6wks
5:30-7:00p
Mar 7
Tuesday
Jan 25
2:45-3:30p
Mar 8
Tuesday
Jan 25
5:45-6:30p
Mar 8
Tuesday
Jan 25
4:45-5:30p
Mar 8
Wednesday
Jan 26
6:00-7:00p
Mar 23
$75
Tuesday
Mar 22
6wks
2:45-3:30p
May 3
Tuesday
Mar 22
5:45-6:30p
May 3
Tuesday
Mar 22
4:45-5:30p
May 3
$65
Wednesday
Apr 6
8wks
6:00-7:00p
June 1
$35
6wks
$75
6wks
$75
6wks
$65
8wks
$75
6wks
$75
6wks
$75
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Feldenkrais
If your concern is physical,
why not try Feldenkrais
"Awareness
through
Movement"? These classes
consist of gentle movement
sequences that improve
mobility, balance, and
posture. They are excellent
for chronic back, neck,
shoulder, knee and other
pain, as well as to reconnect
with your ability to move
with ease. Each class is
unique, posing a different
movement puzzle for your body to solve. All levels are welcome
as you are continually urged to be gentle with yourself and do
the movements at your own level of comfort. This is not an
exercise class, but a unique and extremely effective way to
improve your movement potential.
Trim & Tone
If you are looking for more physical activity, the Trim & Tone
exercise series This class combines simple aerobics moves with
muscular toning using weights and dynabands. All the muscles
of your arms, legs, and back will be sculpted and there will be a
section on abdominals as well. 
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Both of these classes are taught by Dianne Daniels, M.A. An
author of several fitness and health books, Dianne earned a
master’s degree in exercise physiology from Columbia University.
A certified Feldenkrais practitioner, Pilates instructor, Yoga
teacher, and personal trainer, she now practices in Boothbay
Harbor, Maine.
Belly Dance
Did You Know?
Belly Dance, or raks sharqi, is an
ancient form of dance. Raks sharqi ▪ You can burn as many
means "dance of the east" in
calories belly-dancing as you
can walking, swimming, or
Arabic. Belly dance celebrates
riding a bike
every body type and every stage of
life. The dance is proud and ▪ Belly Dance is for women
AND men
powerful, soft and sinewy with
elegant and isolating movements ▪ Belly Dance is a low-impact
exercise for legs, arms,
emanating from the core. It's the
chests, backs and abs
Pilates of dance. And so much fun!
Please wear comfortable clothing, similar to what you might
wear to a yoga class that will allow free movement and the
ability to see your movement. Hip scarves make it even more
fun! Zils (finger cymbals) will also be used in class.
Save the date for the 5th Annual Spring Belly Ball hosted by
Josephina in Bath on Saturday, March 19, 2011 from 8pmMidnight. It's a party for belly
dancers, featuring live music by
Okbarri and Henna by Mary of the
Eye of Henna. For more
i n f o r m a t i o n ,
g o
t o
www.josephinagasca.com.
Josephina Gasca hails from Chicago
where she graduated from Columbia
College with an MFA in creative
writing. She has a dance studio in
Bath where she continually pursues
the teaching of this beautiful art
form.
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Computer Classes
Receive direct instruction from our
expert instructors to improve your
computer competency and
confidence. If you need help
deciding which class is right for
you, call us at 882-9710 to discuss
your needs. Don’t see what you’re
looking for? We offer customized
training at your site or ours.
Course Name
Business Applications
This course is ideal for the office worker,
college student, and do-it-your-selfer alike. We
will thoroughly explore every aspect of the
Microsoft Office 2007 Professional Suite
including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint,
and Outlook. Participants should be
comfortable with getting around the computer.
However, we will begin with the basics of
Windows XP and move on quickly from there.
Home study and projects will be included. The
content of this course is equivalent to CIS 100
Introduction to computing.
Day/Time
Tuesday
2:30-5:30
Dates
Jan 18
May 10
Fees
15wks
$200
Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007
Discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for
setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly
and efficiently. You'll also learn the secrets
behind writing powerful mathematical
formulas, using the function wizard to quickly
and automatically calculate statistics, loan
payments, future value, and more. Learn the
best ways to sort and analyze data, create
custom charts and graphs, create 3-dimensional
workbooks, build links between files, endow
your worksheets with decision-making
capabilities, and automate oft-repeated tasks
with macros and buttons.
Tuesday
5:30-7:30
Jan 18
Mar 1
6wks
$75
Intro to Computer Applications Ses 1
Students will learn the basics of Microsoft
Office for Windows products, including Word,
Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. This course
will enable an individual to work independently
on a personal computer. It is recommended that
students with limited computer skills take this
class first before Microsoft Word, Excel, or
Business Applications.
Wednesday
3:00-5:00
Jan 19
Mar 2
6wks
$60
* Students who successfully complete this
course may be eligible for college credit.
www.MyAdultEd.org
Course Name
Intro to Web Design-XHTML & CSS
Intro to Web page design for any level of
computer experience. Become familiar with the
essential programming languages for building a
simple and professional web page. This course
is appropriate for small business owners,
community organizations, hobbyists, students,
and more--anyone who would like to create
their own site.
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Day/Time
Thursday
2:30-5:30p
Dates
Jan 20
Mar 3
Fees
6wks
$65
Monday
3:30-5:30p
Jan 24
Mar 7
6wks
$75
Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2007
Master advanced features of Microsoft Excel
2007, including charting and Pivot Tables, and
discover how this powerful MS Office program
can boost your productivity. In this practical,
hands-on course, you'll learn how to create
informative and eye-catching charts, as well as
how to harness the power of Excel 2007's
filtering techniques.
Tuesday
5:30-7:30p
Mar 8
Apr 12
6wks
$75
Intro to Computer Applications Ses 2
Wednesday
3:00-5:00p
Mar 9
Apr 13
6wks
$60
Intermediate Web Design-XHTML & CSS
This course is for those who have some
experience with web design and familiarity
with XHTML & CSS. In this course, we will
continue to build our fluency in these
programming languages, explore web tools,
and learn the principles of Universal Design,
color theory, and typography. Students will
develop their own website or work with a client
to practice the design process.
Thursday
2:30-5:30p
Mar 10
May 12
9wks
$85
* Students who successfully complete both this
class and Intermediate Web Design may be
eligible for college credit.
Quick Books Pro 2009 I: An Introduction
In this QuickBooks Pro 2009 class, you'll get
the training you need to start using this
accounting program to set up a chart of
accounts, reconcile your checking account,
create and print invoices, receipts, and
statements, track your payables, inventory, and
receivables, create estimates, and generate
reports. You'll learn how to use QuickBooks
Pro 2009 to gain control over all financial
aspects of your business!
* This course is also available remotely
through WebEx. Students must have high speed
internet access, a web cam, an email account,
and QuickBooks Pro 2009 in order to take the
class through distance technology.
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Wiscasset Community Center
As the ―Best Kept Secret in the Midcoast,‖ the Wiscasset
Community Center is the heartbeat of local activity with
something to offer everyone.
The Community Center is open seven
days a week offering a 6-lane
competition pool with family alcove
and hot tub, multi-purpose
gymnasium, fitness center, and senior
center with a commercial kitchen.
There are numerous membership options as well as day passes,
and you don’t need to live in Wiscasset to join.
The Center is the home of the Parks & Recreation Department.
They offer a full selection of wellness programs, swim lessons,
community events and fitness choices. The facility is available to
host your birthday party, business functions or cater an event.
With low rates, quality programming, well trained staff, and a
top notch facility, the Wiscasset Community Center just makes
sense!
For more information regarding programs or memberships,
please call 882-8230, visit www.wiscassetrec.com, or stop by for a
tour! Wiscasset Parks & Recreation Department 242 Gardiner
Road Wiscasset, ME 04578
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Community Safety
Course Name
Snowmobile Safety
Day/Time
Tuesday
6:00-9:00p
Saturday
10:00a-12:00p
Tuesday
6:00-8:30p
Pruning 101
Maine Driving Dynamics
Firearms Hunter Safety
Wednesday
6:00-9:00p
Tuesday
6:00-9:00p
Monday
6:00-7:00p
Tuesday
3:15-5:45p
Saturday
9:00a-3:00p
Sunday
9:00a-3:00p
Wednesday
6:00-9:00
Trapper Education Course
Basic Dog Obedience
Deasy School of Driving
Boating Safety
ATV Safety Class
Bow Hunting Safety Course
Thursday
6:00-9:00p
Dates
Feb 8
Feb 10
Mar 12
Thursday
6:00-8:30p
Mar 15
Mar 17
Sunday
8:00a-4:30p
Sunday
8:00a-4:30p
Mar 16
Apr 3
Mar 22
Apr 10
Mar 28
May 9
Apr 5
May 19
Apr 9
Thursday
3:15-5:45p
May 1
Sunday
8:00a-4:30p
May 11
May 22
Fee
2wks
$10
1wk
$10
1wk
$40/
Srs: $10
2wks
$10
2wks
$10
6wks
$100
7wks
$500
1wk
$10
1wk
$10
2wks
$20
Vacation Camp
For Boys & Girls -- Grade 1-8
If your child loves being outdoors, doing hands-on
activities, and playing with other kids, then Chewonki is
the place to be this winter or spring. Vacation week
programs are taught by experienced Chewonki teachers.
Winter Vacation Camp
February 21-25, 2011
Activities may include: Family snowshoeing day,
animal tracking, ice fishing, fleece hat and
stocking making, wooden sled building and live
animal presentations.
Spring Vacation Camp
April 18-22, 2011
Activities may include: Climbing on our indoor
ropes course, building solar cookers, live animal
presentations, and exploring nature in springtime on Chewonki’s farm and campus.
Contact: Holly Lowe, hlowe@chewonki.org; 207-882-7323
Register: www.chewonki.org/camp/camp_vacation.asp
Call us or go online to learn more!
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The Backyard Farmer
Classes at Morris Farm
156 Gardiner Road
details and registration at www.MyAdultEd.org
The Morris Farm Trust is both a working farm and an educational resource for the
communities of mid coast Maine. Products produced on the farm are for sale seasonally in
the farm lobby (self-service, honor system) and can include unpasteurized milk, eggs,
beef, chicken, pork and vegetables. The goal of the educational programs is to provide
children and adults with the knowledge and skills to understand sustainable agriculture
concepts, grow their own food, and support the local food system.

Brewer's Workshop ..............................................
Tuesday
March 8
6:00-9:00pm
Fee: $20
Planning Your Garden, Ordering Seeds, & ..........
Companion Planting
Saturday
February 5
9:00-11:00am
Fee: $20
Guided Farm Tour and ........................................
Snowshoe Walk
Saturday
February 12
10:00am-noon
Free
Introduction to Cheese Making ...........................
Sat-Sun
March 12-13
9:00am-3:00pm
Fee: $125
Making Soap With Mandy Nolan .......................
Tuesday
March 22
6:00-8:00pm
Fee: $25
Introduction to Composting ................................
Saturday
April 9
9:00-11:00am
Fee: $20
Vegetable Gardening with the Morris Farm .......
Master Gardeners
Tuesday
April 5
6:00-8:00pm
Fee: $20
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Jumpstart your New Year
with a Boost to your Career
Whether you are unemployed, looking to
change careers, or lacking some specific
skills that would allow you to advance in
your current job, Wiscasset Adult &
Community Education has the resources
to help you take a proactive step towards
your career goal.
Certification
Comprehensive programs resulting in career specific certificates
are available, such as the Office Skills Certificate and the
Customer Service Specialist. The Customer Service
Certificate will provide you with the skills necessary to serve
others and be an effective team member. Participants who
successfully complete this 75-hour course will be eligible to take
the national Customer Service Specialist Exam offered through
Electrical Technicians Association International.
Skills
Stand alone courses are offered for those needing to improve
specific skill sets such as: Business Applications-an overview
of the Microsoft Office Suite with an option for Microsoft
Certification, Accounting & Bookkeeping, QuickBooks Pro,
Excel, and Web Design.
Wiscasset Adult Education is also an approved WorkReady™ site
and will offer a WorkReady™ 55+ training in the spring for
eligible seasoned workers. This free program is a project funded
in part by a grant awarded to Coastal Counties Workforce, Inc.
under the President’s High Growth Job Training Grants, as
implemented by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment &
Training Administration. This 90 hour training is designed
specifically for Maine’s older workforce and will not only give you
the skills essential in today’s workplace, but also a portable
credential. The WorkReady™ credential is endorsed by
businesses throughout the state.
Guidance
Finally for those who are unsure about what step to take, free
career counseling and advising is available by appointment.
Our goal is to help you discover your dream job and provide the
skills and support to get you there.
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From the Bath
CareerCenter
Maine
CareerCenters
provide a variety of employment and training services at no
charge for Maine workers and businesses. Here in the mid-coast,
the Bath CareerCenter and the Rockland CareerCenter offer
services to job-seekers and employers alike.
Maine’s Job Bank
One of the most important services that the
CareerCenter offers is assistance with the
Maine’s Job Bank registration. Maine’s Job
Bank is the place to find your first job, a better job, or a whole
new career! Just invest a few minutes to create a profile on the
Job Bank, and you’ll be matched with local employers who are
looking for your skills and have current job openings to fill. If you
enter your email address, Maine’s Job Bank will even send you a
message to alert you that an employer has entered a job that
matches your skill profile.
Free Regular Workshops
While you’re in the office working on your profile, why not check
out the schedule of workshops? Take the whole series or just use
one or two to sharpen your job seeking skills. The full-day Career
Directions workshop will help you learn more about your
interests, values and aspirations.
If you’re looking for help preparing your job-search materials,
sign up the half-day Resume and Cover Letter Writing class.
Stick around, because that afternoon you can attend the Job
Search and Interviewing class. Workshops are free of charge and
offered on a monthly basis. You can see the complete schedule at
www.mainecareercenter.com, or call the Bath CareerCenter at
442-0300 or Rockland at 596-2600.

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to meet with college admissions
counselors, financial advisors, apprenticeship reps, career counselors,
and more. Complete the entire college admissions process in one day!
Friday January 28, 2011 at 8:00am
Wiscasset High School
Admit-in-a-Day
Call 882-9710 to register
 CMCC
 SNHU
 SMCC
 UMA
 KVCC
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Business and Skills Training
Visit the Wiscasset Adult & Community Education website at
www.MyAdultEd.org to read full course descriptions and to
register for classes.
Course Name
College and Career Counseling
Day/Time
Mon/Wed
Dates
Ongoing
Fees
Free
Jan 10
1wk
1:00-3:00p
College Transitions Information
Monday
Wiscasset Primary School
8:30-11:30a
Customer Service Training
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Introduction to the College Experience
Bath Center for Higher Education
Surviving & Thriving Distance Education
The Lincoln County College Connection
Substitute Teacher Training
Chelsea Elementary School
Free
Mon-Fri
Jan 18
3wks
9:00a-2:00p
Feb 4
$425
Monday
Jan 24
2:30-5:30
May 16
Monday
Jan 24
4:00-6:00
May 16
$250
Thursday
Jan 27
6wks
6:00-8:00
Apr 28
$25
Monday
Jan 31
14wks
8:30-3:30
May 16
Free
Thursday
Feb 3
1wk
Tues-Thur
Feb 7
9wks
9:00a-2:00p
Apr 14
$795
Thursday
Feb 10
1wk
Substitute Custodian Training
Whitefield Elementary School
6:00-7:30
Substitute Food Service Worker
Thursday
Top Bar Beekeeping Weekend Intensive
WorkReady 55+
Notary Public Training
Feb 17
1wk
$5
Sat-Sun
Mar 5
1wk
8:30-4:00
Mar 6
$150
Tues/Thu
Mar 9
12wks
3:00-5:00
Apr 15
$210
Mon-Fri
Apr 25
4wks
8:30a-3:30p
May 17
Free
Saturday
May 7
1wk
9:00-3:00
Dump
that
Debt!
15wks
$5
6:00-7:30
Accounting & Bookkeeping
$250
6:00-7:30p
Office Skills Certificate Program
Morris Farm
15wks
$40
Attend this FREE workshop to learn effective
strategies for reducing and eliminating debt.
Tuesday April 14, 2011
6:00-7:30pm Wiscasset High School
Call 882-9710 to register.
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Office Skills Learning Center
Are you thinking about a new career? Looking to upgrade your
skills? Re-entering the workforce? Wiscasset offers several
options for becoming skilled in an office setting. In addition to
the entry-level Office Assistant Certificate, you can increase your
employability by combining this certificate with the Accounting
Clerk , Medical Office Assistant, Technical Assistant, or Design
& Publish Assistant Certificates.
Flexible scheduling
Because we know you have other responsibilities besides school
and a busy schedule, we offer daytime and evening classes, as
well as online courses. In addition, program requirements can be
completed individually,
Office Assistant Proficiencies
collaboratively
with
▪ Basic Computer Literacy &
colleagues, or with guidance
Keyboarding (50WPM)
from an instructor in the
▪ Microsoft Office Applications
Office Skills Learning Center.
▪ Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007
The Office Skills Learning
Center is open on Mondays in
Bath 9am – 2pm and Tuesday
through Thursday 9am – 2pm
in Wiscasset, as well as
remotely through WebEx.
▪
▪
▪
▪
▪
▪
Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2007
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Business English
Workplace Communications
Job Hunting Skills
Practical Experience
Fee: $725 +
$70 for books and materials
(300+ hours of instruction)
Matriculated students can sign
up for time slots at either or
both locations. Both Learning Centers are located in state of the
art computer lab facilities, with productivity software and
workspace setups that can be found in most office environments.
Many Ways to Learn
Upon enrollment in the program, candidates will be given the
entire curriculum for the program and will work with the
instructor to determine a realistic schedule for working through
assignments. Each day will be spent in a rotation of individual
work, group projects, and instructor led workshops. 
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Students may also enroll in evening
offerings of the same curriculum for
direct group instruction in a traditional
classroom environment. Coursework
completed at the adult education
facilities in Bath, Wiscasset, and
Damariscotta are all applicable to the
Office Skills Certificate requirements.
Students have the option of completing
all course requirements in instructor led
evening classes at the three Midcoast
locations. While the curriculum is structured around 300 hours
of coursework, due to the flexibility of this format and based on
your skill set at entry, some students may complete program
requirements in a shorter time period., and some may take
longer
Built for Success
Each prospective student will meet with Megan Dichter, the
Office Skills Coordinator, to discuss the format that works best
in their schedule and for their learning style in order to achieve
successful completion of program requirements. Regular checkins are scheduled throughout the course of study, and many
students in the program support each other with study groups
and encouragement.
The goal of the Office Skills Certificate Program is to build a
high-quality local workforce, and students in the program are
provided with a lot of support to meet
the program proficiencies and become
highly qualified employees.
For more information about the
program, visit www.MyAdultEd.com or
call 882-9710. Schedule a visit to try out
the program for free to ask all of your
questions and see if this is the right fit.
Payment plans and federal assistance
are available for qualified individuals. 
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Local
Options for
Higher Education
Midcoast area residents are fortunate to have
a variety of opportunities to take college classes or complete
college degree programs right here in the MidCoast area.
These are just a few of the classes from the University of Maine
System offered live in Wiscasset via Interactive Television (ITV)
and delayed viewing.
ARH 106
BUA 100
BUA 101
BUA 215
CIS 101
CON 280
CON 302
ECO 202
EDU 351
ENG 101
HCE 620
HTY 104
HUS 101
HUS 125
JUS 450
MAT 100
MAT 282
MUS 123
NAS 102
PHI 201
PSY 100
PSY 400
REA 8
SOC 101
SOC 201
SOC 360
SSC 450
History of Art & Architec II Th 1:00P-3:45P
Introduction to Business W 9:00A-11:45A
Finl Acct for Decision Making M 4:00P-6:45P
Principles of Banking Tu 7:00P-9:45P
Intro to Computer Science W 1:00P-3:45P
Holistic Health I Th 9:00A-11:45A
Pharmacology F 9:00A-11:45A
Microeconomics W 4:00P-6:45P
Teaching Elementary Reading Tu 7:00P-9:45P
College Writing Th 4:00P-6:45P
Fund of Counsel Theories M 7:00P-9:45P
U.S. History II Tu 7:00P-9:45P
Intro to Human Services F 9:00A-11:45A
Chemical Dependency F 4:00P-6:45P
Conflict Resolution Tu 1:00P-3:45P
Mathematics & its Applications Tu 9:00A-11:45A
Statistical Inference Tu 9:00A-11:45A
Understanding Music Tu 4:00P-6:45P
Intro Wabanaki Cul/His/Iss W 4:00P-6:45P
Ethics W 7:00P-9:45P
Intro to Psychology Th 7:00P-9:45P
Abnormal Psychology W 9:00A-11:45A
Reading for Understanding M 9:00A-11:45A
Introduction to Sociology Th 4:00P-6:45P
Social Problems W 4:00P-6:45P
Sociology of the Family M 9:00A-11:45A
Conflict Resolution Tu 1:00P-3:45P
~AND MORE~
The Lincoln County
Healthcare Education
Center is home to
CMCC’s course offerings in the MidCoast area. This off campus
site is located at 66A Chapman Street in Damariscotta. Central
Maine Community College runs a cohort of its nursing program
during the day at the center as well as several general education
courses in the evenings. These courses include English, math,
psychology and many others. For information please call (207)
563-4820.
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University College at Bath/Brunswick provides support
services and local access to college classes and degrees from the
seven campuses of the University of Maine System. More than
700 courses are delivered locally as onsite, video or online
courses. More than 50 full degree and certificate options are
available including graduate and undergraduate options. Skilled
academic advisors are available to assist students in navigating
the admissions and financial aid process and to tailor an
individual plan. University College is located at 9 Park Street in
Bath. Please call 1-800-696-2329 or visit us online at
learn.maine.edu/bath for more information.
Southern
Maine
Community College SMCC’s
Bath Campus is located at 11
Park Street. We offer over 65
on-site courses each semester
in the mornings, afternoons or evenings.
Most are general
education courses (English, art, lab sciences, history, psychology,
music, etc.). Others include Business Administration, CAD
drafting, Behavioral Health, Criminal Justice, and
Paramedicine. Take a few classes or complete a two year degree
in Liberal Studies or Business without ever leaving Bath! For
information call 386-0013.
Southern
New
Hampshire
University Since 1976, Southern
New Hampshire University’s Maine
Center has offered a range of
undergraduate certificates and
degrees in liberal arts and business –
entirely in the evenings - from its
modern classrooms at Cooks Corner in Brunswick. Also offered
in face-to-face classes and hybrid formats are graduate
certificates and Masters’ degrees in business and management,
including SNHU’s award-winning MBA. Onsite advisors are
skilled in assisting new, returning and transfer students in
designing optimal academic plans.
With a reputation as
―military-friendly‖ and transfer-friendly, SNHU is a fullyaccredited, affordable, Tier I, not-for-profit university. FMI call
1-800-642-4968 or visit www.snhu.edu/maine.

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Wiscasset Adult & Community Education
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
Prepare for today’s hottest careers from the comfort of your home or office!
Gatlin Career Training Programs are comprehensive, affordable, self-paced and completely online!
You can begin these programs at any time and learn when it fits your schedule. Once you have
successfully completed all required coursework, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
All the tools that you need to learn are included in the registration fee and each course has an
instructor available to answer questions and help you solve problems.
Program Features:
▪ Facilitators and mentors are available to answer questions and help you through your studies
▪ Career Counselors to help you prepare for the transition from the classroom to the workplace
▪ No additional charges - all materials, workbooks, and software are part of the course fee
▪ Payment plans are available
Programs are available in the following areas:
▪ Business and Professional
▪ Healthcare and Fitness
▪ IT and Software Development
▪ Management and Corporate
▪ Media and Design
▪ Hospitality and Gaming
▪ Skilled Trades and Industrial
Visit our site to learn more!
www.MyCareerTraining.com
45% of the job openings in Maine this
year required at least a 4 year degree.
By 2020 nearly 2 of every 3 job openings
will require a degree.
What will YOU be doing in 10 years?
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The Lincoln County College Connection
Are you a busy adult juggling work, family responsibilities and
the many demands of life? You may be thinking you’d like to
continue your education and improve your job skills if only you
had a way to get started…
Or are you a keeper of home and hearth who has been thinking
about exploring your career options and increasing your family’s
income while the children are in school?
Perhaps you are one of the many recently laid off from your
regular work, and you are considering the options…
Maine College Transitions offers a
wonderfully accessible, comprehensive
program combining individual college and
career counseling, academic placement
testing, courses to strengthen your skills,
and
small-group
college success
workshops with others who have the
same goals, all offered free of charge.
You can prepare for college in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere
with other adults in a convenient day or evening class. Take the
first step on your road to career discovery by calling…
Hear what some current and past students have to say about
The Lincoln County College Connection:
Our teacher, Elizabeth Potter, works academic magic like
Harry Potter! ~Sherrey, Boothbay Harbor
I was laid off after working for 30 years. At first, I felt lost,
not knowing where to get the help I needed to get into college.
I was lucky to find the Lincoln County College Connection.
Now, I’m enrolled at SMCC and earning A’s in almost all my
classes! ~Bob, Wiscasset

―
―
If you are thinking about going back to school, this is a great
step in the right direction. ~Margie, Westport
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Your Future is Now
Have you always wanted to earn those last few credits toward
your High School Diploma? Are you waiting until your schedule
frees up a bit so you can complete your GED? Maybe you’d just
like to do some academic brush-up work in math or writing to
improve your skill-set at work or to get ready for college. There
have never been more options to meet all of these needs than
there are now at Wiscasset Adult & Community Education.
We have teachers onsite in our
Learning Center Monday – Friday,
both daytime and evening hours, who
are there to help you craft an
individual learning plan to meet your
unique goals. Just give us a call at
882-9710 to schedule an appointment or drop in and introduce
yourself. If you don’t have consistent time available to come into
the Learning Center to work toward your goals, we can also set
you up on the PLATO Web Learning
Network, where students can complete
entire courses online either in our computer
lab or in their own home.
Lastly, we are very excited about our new
GED/Diploma class on Tuesday and
Thursday evenings from 5-9 pm. This class is
offered in six-week sessions, five times
throughout the year; the next session will start Tuesday,
January 18, 2011. Home study and online assignments are also
required in addition to classroom attendance and participation.
six-week session will include guest
Double your Each
speakers from the community and
chances of
fieldtrips to explore how what we learn
relates to the world around us.
getting a job
with a High
School
Diploma!
Start off the New Year by making the
best possible investment in your future
through pursuing your education. Go
on…take a step towards your dreams! 
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High School Completion
If you are ready to earn your high school credential, Wiscasset Adult &
Community Education has several options available to you.
GED Diploma Option
The tests of General Educational Development (GED)
are developed by the American Council on Education
to help adults who have not graduated from high
school demonstrate that they have acquired the
abilities normally gained through completion of a high
school program of study. Students must pass five tests
(Science, Social Studies, Math, Reading, and Writing) to complete a GED.
Those completing the GED will receive a Maine State Diploma.
Preparing for the GED
Students who would like to pursue a GED will begin by taking placement
tests in Math and English to enroll in the GED program. Classes and
tutoring are offered to help students get ready for the GED and are
required for all students before testing.
GED Testing
A variety of testing times are available, both during the day and in the
evening. Accommodations for the GED test are available for qualified
individuals with a disability.
Adult Education H.S. Diploma
If you would like to receive a high school
diploma in night school, you may take courses
through Wiscasset Adult Education. Diploma
students will pick up where they ended in high
school and finish the credits they need through
adult education. A minimum of 20 credits is
required to earn a high school diploma. Those
completing this program will receive a
Wiscasset High School Diploma.
YOU
could be a part of the
Class of 2011!
It is never too late to start
… and never too soon
to return for an
Adult Education
Diploma or GED.
Preparing for a H.S. Diploma
You must meet with the Director before enrolling to review your transcript
and complete placement testing. An individualized plan will be created
based on your previous coursework as well as any credits you can be
awarded due to your work and volunteer experience.
High School Completion Classes
A typical 1-credit class runs for 6 weeks and meets 4 hours live & 4 hours
online per week in the evenings. Self-paced courses and independent study
can be completed in the Learning Center. Computer-based credit recovery
is also available through PLATO Web Based Learning.
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How to Register for Classes
There are three easy and convenient ways to register for your
classes. Choose one:
1. In person at the Adult Education office
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-8:00pm
Room 4 in Wiscasset High School
2. Tear off and mail this form with the appropriate fees
Make checks payable to: Wiscasset Adult & Community Education
Wiscasset Adult Education/RSU#12
272 Gardiner Road
Wiscasset, ME 04578
3. Online at our website: www.MyAdultEd.org.
Use your credit card or PayPal account
to register and pay for your classes.
No Day School = No Night School
Classes are not held during school vacations,
holidays or when day school is cancelled
due to inclement weather.
Adult Education Graduation is June 10, 2011
CONTACT INFORMATION
Director
Administrative Assistant
Anne Fensie
afensie@svrsu.org
Pat Cloutier
pcloutier@svrsu.org
Phone
Office Hours
Mailing Address
882-9710
Fax: 882-9688
Monday – Thursday
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
272 Gardiner Road
Wiscasset, ME 04578
ADULT LEARNING CENTER
Tuesday – Friday
10:00am – 12:00pm
Call 882-9710
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Appointments are required—No walk-ins please
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