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Spring2019

FreeClasses:GED,EnglishasaSecondLanguageandCitizenship

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ADMISSION:Allenrichmentandnon-creditcoursesareofferedtoresidentsandnon-residentswhoare17yearsofageorolder.HighSchoolstudentsmayattendenrichmentclasseswiththepermissionoftheprincipal.

EARLYREGISTRATIONDISCOUNT:IfBerlinAdultEducationreceivesyourregistrationonorbeforeMonday,January28,2019,youmayreducethecoursetuitionfeeby$2.50.Formsreceivedafterthisdatewillnotbeeligibleforthediscount.

CLASSCANCELLATION:Unlessotherwisenoted,eveningclassesareheldondayswhenBerlinPublicSchoolsareinsession.Ifschoolsareclosedduetoinclementweather,orforanyotherreason,anannouncementwillbemadeonNBC-30andWFSBafter2:00pm.

REFUNDS:Refundswillonlybegivenif,1)Adulteducationcancelsaclass,or2)aclassisfull.Wecannotissuerefundsifcoursedatesarechangedduetoinclementweather.Avoucherwillbeissuedifarequestismadeinwriting.

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REGISTRATION:AllregistrationsforenrichmentcoursesmustbecompletedthroughtheAdultEducationoffice(noexceptions).Registrationswillbeacceptedonafirst-come,first-servedbasis.Mail-inregistrationsbeginimmediately.Paymentmustbeincluded.

CONFIRMATIONS:Unlessyouarenotifiedbyphoneormailtothecontrary,assumeyouareenrolledandyourclasswillmeetasscheduled.Nowrittenconfirmationwillbemailedtoyou.Intheeventthataclassiscanceled,everyattemptwillbemadetonotifyyou.BerlinAdultEducationreservestherighttocancelcoursesduetolowenrollment.

GENERALACCESSABILITYandACCOMMODATION:AllactivitiesofferedbyBerlinAdultEducationareheldinaccessiblelocations.Accommodationsforindividualswithadisabilityareavailableuponrequest.PleasecontactJudyMichalskiat860.828.8135.

PLACEMENTTESTING:GED,ABEandESLplacementtestingwillbeheldTuesday,Jan22–Thursday,Jan24,2019from5:30-8:00pm

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SEXUALHARASSMENT:TheBerlinBoardofEducationprohibitssexualharassmentorintimidationofitsstudentsandemployees.Anystudentoremployeewhobelievesheorshehasbeenthesubjectofdiscrimination/sexualharassmentshouldcontacttheAdultEducationDirectorat860.828.8135.

STATEMENTOFNON-DISCRIMINATION:TheBerlinBoardofEducationiscommittedtoapolicyofequalopportunity/affirmativeactionforallqualifiedpersonsanditdoesnotdiscriminateinanyemploymentpractice,educationalprogram,oreducationalactivityonthebasisofrace,color,religiouscreed,sex,age,nationalorigin,ancestry,maritalstatus,sexualorientation,genderidentityorexpression,disability(including,butnotlimitedto,intellectualdisability,pastorpresenthistoryofmentaldisorder,physicaldisabilityorlearningdisability),geneticinformation,oranyotherbasisprohibitedbyConnecticutstateand/orfederalnondiscriminationlaws.InquiriesregardingBerlinAdultEducationnondiscriminationpoliciesshouldbedirectedtoJudyMichalskiat860-828-8135

STUDENTREGULATIONS:Smokingoruseoftobaccoand/oralcoholicbeveragesisnotpermittedinanyschoolbuildingoronschoolgroundsatanytime.

NoClasses:Feb18&19,March14,April8-12

*Studentsareencouragedtoenrollatthebeginningofthe

BerlinAdultEducationBerlinAdultEducation139PattersonWayBerlin,Connecticut06037860.828.8135

JudyMichalski,DirectorMaryPacyna,OfficeAssistant

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ENGLISHASASECONDLANGUAGEMondaysandWednesdaysBeginning Room1104 6:30-8:30pmIntermediate Room1103 6:30-8:30pm14Weeks BeginsJanuary28

ESLclassescanhelpyouimproveyourEnglish,readingandwritingskills,giveyouconversationalpractice,anddevelopskills needed for employment, education or family andneighborhoodlife.CITIZENSHIPCLASSESThursdays Room1107 6:30-8:30pm10Weeks BeginsFebruary21

ThiscourseisdesignedtoprepareprospectiveUnitedStatescitizensfortheNaturalizationexamination.GED/ABECLASSESMondays SocialStudies 6:30-8:30pmTuesdays Science 6:30-8:30pmWednesdays Writing 6:30-8:30pmThursdays Mathematics 6:30-8:30pm14Weeks BeginsJanuary28

Room1105These classes will prepare students for the GED test. Anyresidentwho is at least17yearsof ageandwhohas beenofficiallywithdrawn from school is eligible to enroll in theGEDclasses.BerlinAdultEducationisincompliancewithCTGeneralStatutesSec.10-73a and does not charge fees for registration, textbooks ormaterialsusedinmandatedprogramareas.

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BASICSKILLS/TUTORINGMondays–Thursdays10Weeks Byappointment

The Basic Skills course offers skill enhancement inMathematics andEnglish language skills (reading,writing,spellingandgrammar).GEDTESTREGISTRATIONGEDRegistrar:JudyMichalskiPleasecall860.828.8135withanyquestionsthatyoumayhave,orstopbytheAdultEducationofficeonthefirstfloorofBerlinHighSchool.Accommodations on the GED Test are available forqualified individuals. For further information, contactJudy Michalski at 860.828.8135 or GED Coordinator,SabrinaMancinifortheStateDepartmentofEducationat860.807.2110

Experiencing learning difficulties? If you needadditionalhelpwithlearningthecoursecontent,pleasespeak with Judy Michalski, Director. Additionalassistance is available to any student experiencingdifficulty with any of the classes. Please call860.828.8135.

CourseRegistrationFormSpring2019Name:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________Home/Cell:___________________________________________ WorkPhone________________________________________Email:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________BerlinResident______ Non-Resident______ BerlinSeniorCitizen(65+)______

Courses Tuition Discount1. 2. 3. 4. CheckorMoneyOrdermadepayableto:

BerlinAdultEducationBerlinHighSchool139PattersonWayBerlin,CT06037

MANDATEDCOURSES:ALLCOURSESLISTEDBELOWAREFREE!

PleasecutoutthisformandmailittoBerlinHighSchoolattheaddressabove.

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Quilting

BeginnersMachineQuiltingD.Owens Room18004Weeks Wednesday6:00-8:00pm Feb7-Feb28

This classwill cover thebasicsofhowtoquilt using your home sewing machine.You will learn about the required tools,how to cut efficiently and safely, sew anaccurateseamallowanceconsistently,andsquareblocks. Kitswillbeprovidedwithfabric,thread,andbattingtomakeasetoftwoplacemats. Amaterials fee of $10.00is payable to the instructor. Please bringyoursewingmachinetoclass. Resident:$40 Non-resident:$43

ArtandDanceWeddingLineDancingDeannaRoncaioli Hubbard1Week Tuesday6:00-7:30pm April23Headedtoaweddingsometimesoon?Enjoylinedances?Comecheckoutthisweddinglinedancingclasswherewewillbreakdownandpracticeallthepopularlinedancesyoumayseeataweddingorsocialevent.Pleasewearsneakers,comfortableclothingandbringwater.Resident:$15Non-resident:$18

ArtandDance

HipHopDanceforBeginnersDeannaRoncaioli Hubbard4Weeks Tuesdays6:30-7:30pm Feb26-Mar19 HipHopdanceisfunandgreatexercise!Eachweekwewilllearnanupbeatandfunroutine.Absolutelynoexperiencewithanydanceisrequired.Pleasewearsneakersandbringwater.Resident:$30 Non-resident:$33

SELFENRICHMENTResumeWritingNikkiSambitsky Room11063weeks Tuesday6:30-8:30pmFeb26-March12For most people, writing a goodresume is tough and it takes time. Aresume is a document that showcasesyour work experience, education andskills. In this course you will learnwhat to write in a resume, what theformat is andwhat skills to include inyour resume. Youwill also learn howto write an effective cover letter toapplyforajob.Resident:$40 Non-resident:$43

HealthandWellness

GentleYogaSheilaSolari Willard6Weeks Tuesdays6:30-7:45pm March5-April16 (noclassApril9)

Experiencepeace inaslower-pacedclass forall levels. Classes include a variety ofpostures,pranayama(breathing techniques),and savasana (deep relaxation) to concludethe class. Bring a sticky mat and wearcomfortable clothing.Bringprops(strapandblocks)ifyouwish,butnotmandatory.Resident:$65 Non-resident:$68

ThePowerofEssentialOilsAngelaCaputo Room11021Week Wednesday6:30-8:30pm February6Join the wellness movement through anexplorationofessentialoils.Learnaboutthecentury old practices and modern scientificresearch behind essential oils and theirunique powers for physical, emotional, andspiritualwellness.Indulge in an olfactory experience of over adozen oils cultivated globally from Idaho toOman and hear about their medicinal,household and spiritual applications.Participants will be given an opportunity towork through activity centers creatingchemical free products for household andpersonaluseandwill leavewitha collectionof formulas and recipes. A $10.00materialsfeeispayabletotheInstructor.Resident:$25 Non-resident: $28

BerlinAdultEducationEnrichmentClasses Spring2019

EnrichmentContinued Spring2019

HealthandWellnessFlowYogaForAllLevelsLynnRoccapriore Willard8Weeks Wednesdays6:30-7:45pm Feb6-March27Takeyouryogapracticetothenextlevelwithadynamicflow(vinyasa)classdesignedtoincreaseenergyanddecreasestress.This75minuteflowclasswillintegratemovementwithbreathingwhilebuildingstrength,enduranceandflexibility.Necessarymodificationswillbemadetoaccommodatethebeginnerstudentaswellasthemoreexperienced.Pleasebringayogamatandblanket.Youmayalsobringblocksandstrapsifyouhavethem.Resident:$85 Non-resident:$88Retirement&Business

Medicare101-Turning65Soon?RobPun Room11061Week Monday6:30-7:30pm March25

If you’re turning65 this year, you need toattend this informational class! HavingdifficultyunderstandingalloftheMedicarematerials arriving in yourmailbox? Youare not alone. Learn how and when toenroll inMedicare and how to choose theright plan that addresses your specifichealthneeds.Wewillalsodiscuss theveryimportant Medicare Savings Program. Allarewelcome.Resident:$25 Non-resident:$28

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emailberlinaded@berlinschools.org

BerlinAdultandContinuingEducationprovidesthesecoursesasapublicserviceanddoesnotendorseorrecommendanyproductorservicementionedinconnectionwiththesecourses.

Retirement&BusinessRetirementPlanningMattKennelly Room11072weeks Wednesday6:30-8:30pm March20-27Areyouretiring…orthinkingaboutretiring?Goingtoworkeverydayandbringinghomeapaycheckisoftentimestheeasypart.Turningyourretirementsavingsintoapaycheckdowntheroadcanbethehardpart.Peoplewanttomakesuretheyhaveenoughmoneytolivecomfortablyinretirement.Howmuchmoneydoyouneedtosave,andwhat’sthebestplacetosaveit?HaveyouthoughtaboutthebestwaytomaximizeyourSocialSecuritybenefits?What’syourgameplanformedicalinsurance,andhowwillyoupayforit?Aspeoplegetreadytoretire,thesearesomeofthequestionsthey’reasking.This2-weekeducationenrichmentcoursewilladdressthesequestionsandothertopicsrelatedtoplanningforretirement.Resident:$40Non-resident:$43

Healthcare

PayingforLong-TermCare:UnderstandingMedicaidandHowtoProtectYourAssetsPaulCzepiga Room12011Week Thursday6:00-7:30pm April25

Connecticut has the second highest cost oflong-termcare in thenation.SounlessyouareplanningtoleavetheState,youneedtoprotectyourselfandyourretirementassetsfromlong-termcarecosts.HowcanyougettheStatetopayfornursinghomeandhomecare? How can single individuals andmarried couples qualify for Medicaidbenefits while keeping their assets andprotecting their children’s inheritances?What should you dowhen a crisis hits? Islong-term care insurance a good idea? Ifyouknowtherulesandplanahead,youcanstillprotect yourhard-earnedassets.Let’stake the confusion out of the process andgiveyoustrategies forputtingyour ‘house’in order. Get your questions answered byan experienced attorney who has beenteaching for years and will give you thecorrect answers and provide actual casesshowinghowallofthisworks. Resident:$25 Non-resident:$28

FinanceEstatePlanning:Don’tMakeTheseMistakesPaulCzepiga Room12011WeekThursday6:00-7:30pm April18

Youmaythinkthatdraftinganestateplanisstraightforward, but in reality, if you do itwrong, you’re jeopardizing everythingyou’veworked for. Just because youhave aWill or trust doesn’t mean you’ve coveredyour bases. We’ll share real-life stories,showingyouthedangers of commonestateplanning mistakes such as using incorrectphrases in your documents or omittingimportant ones. Failing to fundor revoke aliving trust, using ambiguous provisions,titling assets improperly and not updatingbeneficiarydesignationsarejustsomeoftheblundersyoumustavoid!Resident:$25 Non-resident:$28ManagingYourFinancesChrisCalabrese Room12011Week Tuesday6:30-8:00pm March12Moneytouchesalmosteveryareaofyourlife,solet’sinvestinyourselfbylearningthetoolsofsuccessfulfinance.Inthisclass,youwilllearnsometoolsthatwillhelpyousheddebt,prepareforemergencies,planforyourfinancialfutureandtakecontrolofyourfinancesthuschangingyourfamilylegacy.Youwillalsolearnhowtosetupabudget.Resident”$30Non-resident:$33

BerlinSeniorCitizens:Deductanadditional$2.00perclass.

EarlyRegistrationDiscount:

Deductanadditional$2.50perclassifyourregistrationisreceivedonor

beforeMonday,February11