EASTCONN Community
& Adult Education

Spring 2007
Course Brochure

Do you have questions about our program or classes or ideas for new classes that you’d like us to offer? Would you like to inquire as to your registration or payment status? Please email us at communityed@eastconn.org!

Instructor-Facilitated Online Classes

Because we know your time is precious … EASTCONN Community Education is proud to offer instructor-facilitated online courses that are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners. It's no wonder that many long-lasting friendships have formed in our lively and intelligent discussion areas. All courses run for six weeks (with a two-week grace period at the end). Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. You can complete any of these courses entirely from your home or office and at any time of the day or night.

How to get started:

1. Just click on the Ed2Go logo below to view our complete list of instructor-facilitated online classes.

2. Click the Courses link, once you choose the department and course title you are interested in, select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will choose a username and password that will grant you access to the Classroom.

3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with the username and password you selected during enrollment.

Please note!! Online classes require you to register securely online using a MasterCard, VISA., or American Express. Do not use the Community Education registration form to register for any online classes.

Requirements: All courses require Internet access, e-mail, the Netscape Navigator, or the Microsoft Internet Explorer. Some courses may have additional requirements. Please visit our Online Instruction Center for more information.

ARTS & CRAFTS

INTRODUCTION TO WIRE JEWELRY
This workshop will provide you with a solid foundation for making your own one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry as you learn solderless chain-making and how to create a variety of wire art bead wraps. Incorporate these techniques into your own beadwork or use them to embellish your own works of art! Forging and oxidizing will also be discussed. To see jewelry samples, visit www.bellefirebeads.com.

3 Classes: Mondays, March 19, 26, April 2
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Site: Windham High School, Willimantic
Instructor: Kris Plimpton Class
Fee: $36
Approximate cost of materials: $25 (A list of materials for you to purchase will be sent upon registration.)

INTRODUCTION TO PRECIOUS METAL CLAY
Precious Metal Clay is a unique material that consists of ultra-fine particles of fine silver suspended in an organic binder to form a clay. Once the clay is molded, textured and fired, the silver particles fuse together to form a solid piece. All the basics will be covered in this workshop and you will be able to finish several pieces of your own one-of-a-kind jewelry! To see jewelry samples, visit www.bellefirebeads.com.

3 Classes: Tuesdays, May 8, 15, 22
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Site: Windham High School, Willimantic
Instructor: Kris Plimpton Class
Fee: $36 Materials
Fee: $50 for materials supplied by the instructor

STAINED GLASS
Learn the basics of scoring and cutting glass using lead came and copper foil methods for creating beautiful sun-catchers, mirrors, jewelry trays, windows, kaleidoscopes, lamps and much more. Bring $80 to the first class for a materials kit, which includes a 100-Watt soldering iron, 60/40 solder, copper foil, flux and brush, breaking pliers, marking pen, glass cutter, and glass.

5 Classes: Tuesdays, March 13 – April 10
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Site: Gebhardt’s Glass Studio, Windham
Instructor: Linda Gebhardt Class
Fee: $74
Materials Fee: $80

HANDBUILT POTTERY FOR BEGINNERS
Discover the art of handbuilt pottery in this hands-on workshop taught by a seasoned instructor with more than 30 years of experience in the field. Make and glaze several clay items of your own design using basic potting techniques, including slab- and tile-making, coil, pinch pot, and basic carving. Learn also about firing and glaze calculation. No experience is necessary, but potters of all skill levels are welcome. Bring $35 for materials, which include clay, glaze, and firing. All other supplies, including tools and aprons, will be provided by the instructor.

7 Classes: Mondays, March 12 – April 23
Time: 7 – 9:15 p.m.
Site: Studio # 5, 32 Young St., Willimantic
Instructor: Jean Rotter Class
Fee: $99

STONE WALL BUILDING
Develop a good eye for the size, shape, and fit of stones and proper use of tools involved with building a strong stone wall. Includes one evening in the classroom and four Saturday field trips. Field trip dates will be arranged in class.

One Class: Wednesday, April 25 (plus 4 Saturday morning field trips)
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Site: Community Learning Center, Willimantic
Instructor: Author & Stonemason Jim Wesolowski
Class Fee: $74

Click here for a registration form.

COMPUTER CERTIFICATE

EASTCONN certificates are awarded to all students who successfully complete our computer courses. An EASTCONN certificate is an impressive attachment to a resume as well as an exceptional asset in a bid for a promotion or raise. Increase your value to your current or potential employers! Register for one or more of these quality computer courses today!

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
Want to know the basics? Receive extensive hands-on instruction using IBM-compatible computers. Learn how to interpret computer advertisements in order to choose the best computer system for your home or business. Practice using the keyboard and mouse and learn how to start a program and perform file management tasks. You will explore the many features of Windows using the most current Windows platform. This course will introduce you to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access.

8 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 13 – April 5
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Northeast Learning Center, Danielson
Instructor: Tom Mason
Class Fee: $89

MICROSOFT WORD DOCUMENTS I
Learn how to create, open, edit and print professional-looking documents. Learn how to align and enhance text, as well as how to format a document. Prerequisites: You must have taken an introductory computer course or possess equivalent PC skills in basic typing, mouse use, and have a working knowledge of the Windows platform.

4 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 10 – 19
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Northeast Learning Center, Danielson
Instructor: Tom Mason
Class Fee: $89

MICROSOFT WORD DOCUMENTS II
This class continues to build on Microsoft Word Documents I with hands-on instruction in formatting and editing, work with multiple-page documents, macros, templates, clip art, envelopes and labels. Students must have taken Microsoft Word Documents I or must possess equivalent skills in Microsoft Word.

4 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 24 – May 3
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Northeast Learning Center, Danielson
Instructor: Tom Mason
Class Fee: $89

QUICKBOOKS PRO: COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING
If you are using a manual computing system for your existing business or starting a new business, this class is for you! We will focus on all aspects of QuickBooks Pro. You are welcome to bring your own data, which can be temporarily installed into our computer. We will introduce you to basic accounting principals, so you will know whether or not your reports make sense. In class, you will be able to customize information you have learned and apply it to your company’s needs.

8 Classes: Tuesdays, March 13 – May 1
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Community Learning Center, Willimantic
Instructor: Jane Davis
Class Fee: $189

MICROSOFT EXCEL SPREADSHEETS I
Microsoft Excel for Windows is a powerful, user-friendly spreadsheet program for home and business applications. The objective of this class is to learn the basic fundamentals of a worksheet through a hands-on approach. You will also learn program and toolbar configuration, how to format and create professional-looking tables, and how to use formulas and functions through practice on real-world examples. Students are required to have taken an introductory computer course or must possess equivalent PC skills in basic typing, mouse use, and knowledge of the Windows platform.

4 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 13 – 22
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, 896 Main Street, Willimantic
Instructor: John Wilson
Class Fee: $89

MICROSOFT EXCEL SPREADSHEETS II
This class continues from Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets I with more in-depth examples of formatting, formulas, functions, graphing, and linking spreadsheets. Examples reinforce the lecture with a great deal of hands-on practice. Learning how to use shortcuts and the mouse and keyboard together enables the user to develop strong skills, using the software. Students are required to have taken Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets I or must possess equivalent skills in Microsoft Excel.

4 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 27 – April 5
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, 896 Main Street, Willimantic
Instructor: John Wilson
Class Fee: $89

MICROSOFT ACCESS DATABASES I
Learn how to effectively manage and manipulate data using this powerful software. Gain hands-on experience with managing tables and developing queries. Students are required to have taken an introductory computer course or possess equivalent PC skills in basic typing, mouse use, and knowledge of the Windows platform.

4 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 10 – 19
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, 896 Main Street, Willimantic
Instructor: John Wilson
Class Fee: $79

MICROSOFT ACCESS DATABASES II
Learn how to build on the knowledge gained from Microsoft Access Databases I in order to maximize the efficiency of your data management operations. Learn tools to help you minimize data errors and inconsistency and increase the speed with which you can access and share important information. Students are required to have taken Microsoft Access Databases I or must possess equivalent skills in Microsoft Access.

4 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 24 – May 3
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, 896 Main Street, Willimantic
Instructor: John Wilson
Class Fee: $79

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
This user-friendly program allows you to create slides, artwork, online designs, and more. Learn the skills and tools you need to create an effective presentation using the powerful PowerPoint software program. Learn how to import pictures into a presentation and format the presentation in a professional way. Students are required to have taken an introductory computer course or must possess equivalent skills.

4 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 8 – 17
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, 896 Main Street, Willimantic
Instructor: John Wilson
Class Fee: $89

BUYING & SELLING ON eBAY
Set up an eBay account and learn how to buy items (including item-browsing and tracking, standard and advanced searches, bidding strategies, winning an item, and payment options), and how to sell items (including item photographs, descriptions, auction length, minimum bids, reserves, pricing, and payment options). Also, learn about PayPal, giving and receiving feedback, and e-mail courtesy.

5 Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 22 – June 5
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Northeast Learning Center, Danielson
Instructor: John Wilson
Class Fee: $99

FITNESS & DANCE

SWING DANCE
The popularity of swing dance crosses generations. Grandma and Grandpa danced swing to the Big Bands. Mom and Dad danced swing to Elvis. Today, we dance swing to the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies. Learn the basic steps of the jitterbug, the lindy, and more pre-rock ’n’ roll dancing in this high-energy class.

8 Classes: Wednesdays, March 28 – May 23
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m. (No class April 18)
Site: Windham High School, Willimantic
Instructor: Marie O’Connor
Class Fee: $59

BALLROOM DANCE
Learn the basic steps of the waltz, swing, fox trot, jitterbug, and other dances that will allow you to adapt with grace and style to any music. Be versatile. Dance it all!

8 Classes: Wednesdays, March 28 – May 23
Time: 7:30 – 9 p.m. (No class April 18)
Site: Windham High School, Willimantic
Instructor: Marie O’Connor
Class Fee: $59

COUNTRY LINE DANCE
Join this lively class and learn a host of country line-dance moves, from old classics to modern favorites to the very newest steps. Enjoy a great music selection that will be sure to get your feet stomping. All are welcome, whether you’re a beginner or have been dancing for years. Please bring $5 for handouts.

8 Classes: Tuesdays, March 13 – May 8
Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m. (No class April 17)
Site: Windham High School, Willimantic
Instructor: Jack McLaughlin
Class Fee: $69

BEGINNER LATIN DANCE LEVEL I
Let’s Dance! Vamos a la rumba! Cuban style. Get your groove on with the Latin rhythms of the Caribbean. This introductory course will teach basic steps of salsa, merengue, bachata, and cha-cha. No previous experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothes. No shoes are allowed in the dance room.

6 Classes: Wednesdays, March 14 – April 18
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, 896 Main Street, Willimantic
Instructor: Luci Latina-Fernandes
Class Fee: $64

YOGA
Improve your flexibility, strengthen your nervous system, increase your self-awareness, and relieve your tensions through yoga. Emphasis is on exercise and stretching, and class also includes both a relaxation period and a short meditation with relaxed postures. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat or towel. No shoes are allowed in the dance room.

8 Classes: Tuesdays, March 13 to May 1
Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, 896 Main Street, Willimantic
Instructor: Gail Rebello
Class Fee: $69

DON’T BE A VICTIM: SELF-DEFENSE FOR WOMEN
Learn how awareness and preparedness skills can minimize your risk of falling victim to assault or rape, as well as how to subdue an attacker if necessary. Learn basic grappling moves from the Chinese art of Chi Na that will enable you to escape from or defend against any situation in which you are grabbed, held or otherwise restrained. The class will consist of lecture and physical training. Students will practice moves on each other in pairs. Wear comfortable clothes. No shoes are allowed in the practice room.

1 Class: Wednesday, March 14
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN’s Capitol Theater, 896 Main Street, Willimantic
Instructor: Chris Komuves
Class Fee: $20

COUPLES MASSAGE
Over the course of three weeks, couples will learn a basic Swedish massage. The last two weeks, each will receive a full-hour massage by their partner. Couples will need to bring a sleeping bag or mat to share, plus two sheets or large towels for draping.

5 Classes: Tuesdays, March 13 – April 10
Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
Site: Killingly Intermediate School, Danielson
Instructor: Brian Renaud, LMT
Class Fee: $75/couple

DREAM WORKSHOP
In a workshop setting, learn about and discuss the science of sleep. Learn the meanings of dream symbols; access your dream recall; explore lucid dreaming; use dreams for problem-solving and growth; find context in content; and explore precognition. Course materials include a dream journal and a willingness to share dream content. Students must be 18 years or older.

6 Classes: Tuesdays (Every two weeks) March 13 & 27; April 10 & 24; May 8 & 22
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Danielson Learning Center, Danielson
Instructor: Signe Adam, MSW
Class Fee: $69
Course Materials: Journal

GARDENING

GARDEN TOUR & LECTURE
Gardening fans, this one is for you! This special class for plant-lovers offers a garden tour and lecture at Gazebo Gardens. And while there is no such thing as a “maintenance-free” garden, this certified master gardener will share her own insights and gardening secrets, gleaned over 35 years of successful gardening. She is an advocate of “low-maintenance gardening.” She will also discuss each of her many unusual plants.

One Class: Saturday, May 19
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Site: Gazebo Gardens, 54 Hennequin Road, Columbia, Connecticut
Instructor: Astrid Belanger, Master Gardener
Class Fee: $20

PLANT PROPAGATION
In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to divide various plant materials. With more than 30 gardens and 1,000 different perennials to choose from, you will bring home a division of many different types of plants. Your master gardener/instructor will provide the necessary tools. You’ll take home 10 to 15 plants to cultivate in your own yard at the end of class. A $30 materials fee will be collected at the start of class.

One Class – Sunday, April 29
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Site: Gazebo Gardens, 54 Hennequin Road, Columbia, Connecticut
Instructor: Astrid Belanger, Master Gardener
Class Fee: $20
Materials Fee: $30

MAKING A LIVING SEDUM WREATH
Learn how to make a living sedum wreath using various live plant materials during this hands-on class led by a certified master gardener. You will bring home a completed wreath ready to display in your yard. A $30 materials fee will be collected at the start of class.

One Class: Monday, May 14
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Site: Gazebo Gardens, 54 Hennequin Road, Columbia, Connecticut
Instructor: Astrid Belanger, Master Gardener
Class Fee: $20
Materials Fee: $30

  PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING I
Learn the basic process of accounting, including different types of ownership structures, the basic accounting equations and simple financial statements. Practice with double-entry bookkeeping and basic ledgers and learn about accounts receivable and accounts payable. The cost of the textbook is included in the registration fee.

5 Classes: Thursdays, March 15 – April 5
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Killingly High School, Danielson
Instructor: Jane Davis
Class Fee: $64

ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING II
A continuation of Accounting & Bookkeeping I, this class will focus on how to handle advanced financial statements and adjust journal entries. Depreciation methods and payroll reporting will be discussed.

5 Classes: Thursdays, April 26 – May 24
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Killingly High School, Danielson
Instructor: Jane Davis
Class Fee: $64

SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING 101
Aimed at both current and future business people, this course teaches basic business techniques. Improve your bottom line and make your profits grow with marketing strategies that are both clever and useful. Course Materials: Notebook and an open mind.

5 Classes: Tuesdays, March 13 – April 10
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Killingly High School, Danielson
Instructor: Gregory Shimer
Class Fee: $50
Materials: Notebook

BUILDING YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE
This course is designed for individuals who want to secure their financial future. Learn all about debt management, spending and budgeting habits, investment basics, asset allocation, maximizing employer-sponsored plans, building tax-deferred savings and tax-free investments. Learn how to protect your assets and educate your children about money. Course materials will be provided.

10 Classes: Tuesdays, March 13 – May 22
Time: 6 – 8 p.m. (No class April 17)
Site: Killingly High School, Killingly
Instructor: Tatiana A. Kozar
Class Fee: $50

COLLEGE SELECTION AND FINANCIAL AID
Get a jump on the competition! Whether you’re a student or a parent, this course is designed to give you an edge. Learn all about the college process. How is financial-aid eligibility determined? Study planning strategies for higher, middle and lower-income families. Explore college and career selection and understand the pros and cons of early decision.

One Class: Tuesday, March 20
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Site: Northeast Learning Center, Danielson
Instructor: Ann Laurion
Class Fee: $15

COLLEGE BOARD SAT I MATHEMATICS PREP COURSE
High school students! This course will prepare you for the College Board SAT I Mathematics Exam. Students are encouraged to purchase The Official SAT Study Guide. It is available at major bookstores (or their Web sites), or from the College Board’s Web site at:
www.collegeboard.com.

Week 1: General introduction to the SAT Math Section (types of questions, use of calculators, etc.) and coverage of the very basic mathematical concepts required; Week 2: Mathematical symbols and graphs and their use in algebra; Week 3: 2D geometry – triangles, polygons, area, circumference; Week 4: Review of 2D geometry; 3D geometry – areas and volumes;
Week 5: Data analysis & probability; Week 6: Review of all topics; practice test(s).

6 Classes: Thursdays, March 15 – April 19
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Site: Northeast Learning Center, Danielson
Instructor: Peter Rimkus
Class Fee: $45
Materials: Purchase The Official SAT Study Guide

WRITING A SHORT PERSONAL ESSAY
In this hands-on course, author and stonemason Jim Wesolowski teaches you how to put your thoughts on paper just for the fun of it. Results may vary, but anyone with the skill to write a grocery list can get a good laugh or maybe a touch of insight by doing a bit of short essay-writing. Essays are about communicating with ourselves and the learning and catharsis that they can bring; but they are also about communicating with the wider world around us (family,
friends, strangers) and the satisfaction of knowing we are understood. The only materials required are pencil and paper, and the purchase or possession of an E. B. White book
of essays (and that is optional). Jim is the author of Sighting By Eye, Selected Essays of a Ruminative Stonemason.

5 Classes: Mondays, March 12 – April 9
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Site: Community Learning Center, Willimantic
Instructor: Author Jim Wesolowski
Class Fee: $50
Materials: Pen/pencil and paper

S.M.A.R.T.- CERTIFIED BARTENDING
This can-do course provides you with everything you need to go from the classroom to the workplace, including over 100 drink recipes, opening and closing duties, product
knowledge and more. Servers and Managers Alcohol Responsibility Training (S.M.A.R.T.) certification teaches responsible service of alcohol with extra emphasis on checking IDs and underage drinking problems. Participants must be 18 or older. The cost of materials is included in the registration fee. No real alcohol is used. For questions regarding class content, please contact certified trainer Paul Rich at (860) 808-6645 or e-mail him at: mixers2005@yahoo.com.

5 Classes: Wednesdays, March 14 – April 11
Time: 6 – 9 p.m.
Site: Community Learning Center, Willimantic
Instructor: Paul Rich
Class Fee: $239 (Sorry, no discounts apply)

ONLINE CLASS in S.M.A.R.T. Certification and
Recertification is now available!
Can’t get to a S.M.A.R.T. bartending class? No worries. S.M.A.R.T. certification online is at your service. Do you work in a restaurant? A bar? A Club? A hotel? A package store? Would you like to? Then get an edge with S.M.A.R.T. certification.

Servers & Managers Alcohol Responsibility Training (S.M.A.R.T.) is a national certification program for anyone involved in the sale and/or service of alcohol.

Online, you will learn: what alcohol is and its effects on your patrons; B.A.C./Absorption rate factors; behavioral changes; proper techniques for checking IDs to purchase alcohol; Connecticut State liquor regulations; intervention techniques using the traffic light system; and much, much more. There is a 30-question, multiple-choice test at the end of the course and a score of 75% or better is required to obtain S.M.A.R.T. certification. Once you have successfully completed the online certification, you may download the temporary S.M.A.R.T. permit from your own computer printer. The permanent permit will be sent to you within
10 business days. Establishments that are certified using S.M.A.R.T. programs are eligible for discounts on their liquor liability policies.

TO REGISTER for this online course, go to: www.readysetsmart.com and be sure to check off the EASTCONN box in the registration form.

Online Class Fee: $25 for Certification or Recertification

RECREATION

FLY-TYING
Learn the fine art of both basic and streamer fly-tying. Course materials include a starter kit (Order #620803) that may be purchased by calling Net Craft at 1-800-638-2723. Cost is about $53. Allow two weeks for shipping.

8 Classes: Tuesday & Thursdays, March 13-April 5
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Site: Northeast Learning Center, Danielson
Instructor: William Laporte
Class Fee: $48
Materials: About $53

INTRODUCTION TO THE FIDDLE
Playing the fiddle is becoming an increasingly popular recreational activity, as witnessed by the growth of fiddle clubs, magazines, and summer camps. In our area, the Quiet Corner Fiddlers, the Old Fiddlers Club of Rhode Island, and the Connecticut Bristol Old Tyme Fiddlers present opportunities for amateur fiddlers to develop skills and perform in public. In this delightful class, an experienced fiddler will teach you how to hold and play the fiddle, use a variety of playing techniques, and read music. The instructor will also lead the class in learning several tunes. Please bring a playable violin and bow and $20 for a book/CD package to the first class. To locate a rental or fiddle source, contact the instructor at (860) 423-5403 or chckmrgn@juno.com. (Allow two to four weeks to obtain a fiddle.)

6 Classes: Mondays, March 12 – April 23
Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m. (No class April 16)
Site: Windham High School, Willimantic
Instructor: Chuck Morgan
Class Fee: $69
Materials Fee: $20 Required: Playable violin and bow

DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINING
Does your dog need a tune-up? This class is for you ! Learn basic dog obedience techniques in a relaxed, fun, productive atmosphere. Dogs must be at least five months old and be up-to-date on vaccinations. Please bring a choke-chain (be sure to have correct size for your dog) and a five-foot or longer cotton lead to first class. NO FLEXI OR CHAIN LEADS. For any questions regarding collars or leads, please contact EASTCONN at (860) 779-3770 prior to classes and the instructor will return your call. Dress appropriately for weather conditions. Class size is limited to 12 owners/dogs.

6 Classes: Mondays, March 12 – April 16
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Site: EASTCONN Hampton (rear parking lot), Hampton
Instructor: Linda Pintal
Class Fee: $69
Materials: Bring choke-chain & 5-foot or longer cotton lead

GENERAL  INFORMATION

Registration

Early Bird Discount Discount: Register on or before Friday, March 9, 2007, and receive a 10% discount off a registration of $50 or more! Some restrictions apply; please see course descriptions for exceptions. Cannot be combined with any other discount.

Senior Discount: Senior citizens may take a 10% discount off a registration of $50 or more! Some restrictions apply; please see course descriptions for exceptions. Cannot be combined with any other discount.

Payment: Please make checks payable to EASTCONN Community Education. Phone and fax registrations accepted with VISA and MasterCard only.

Registration: Paid pre-registration is required! Registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served, PAID basis. Classes run contingent on PAID enrollment and may be cancelled or postponed due to insufficient registrations. If class is canceled or postponed, you will be notified using the contact information you provide with your registration.

Confirmation/Receipts: Confirmations of registration in a class, written or verbal, are not provided unless requested. Please provide a self-addressed, paid envelope should you need a written confirmation or receipt. Unless you are otherwise notified, classes will run as scheduled.

Refund Policy: A full refund will be issued ONLY when EASTCONN Community Education cancels a course. If you decide not to take a class, a 90% refund will be issued if we are notified 10 days prior to the first class. A 50% refund will be issued if we are notified before the second class meeting. No refunds apply to one-day classes or bus trips unless EASTCONN cancels the course. Please allow one month for processing.

Directions to Class Sites: Printable directions to all class sites are available here.

Inclement Weather: If EASTCONN and/or the school at which your class takes place is closed due to inclement weather, your class will not meet. Should inclement weather develop during the day, class cancellations will be announced by late afternoon. In case of inclement weather, please watch WVIT Channel 30 News or listen to 98.3 FM, 97.5 FM, WINY 1350 AM, or WILI 1400 AM.

Accessibility and Accommodation Requests: If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to participate in any program or activity, please contact Kate Fortier at 860-423-2591 at least two weeks in advance of this event so that appropriate arrangements may be made.

ADULT  EDUCATION  PROGRAMS

Earn your high school diploma your way!
EASTCONN Adult Education offers several options for completing your high school education. Our programs help you earn your diploma through a variety of methods that build on the skills and experience you already have. And all of our programs are convenient and offered free of charge. Don’t wait a minute longer! Contact the Adult Education office nearest you to find out which option is right for you:
Danielson: Suzanne Cimochowski, (860) 779-3770 
Willimantic: Ginnie Gorin, (860) 423-2591

3 Diploma Options: One is right for you!

The Connecticut State Diploma - General Education Development (GED):
EASTCONN offers preparation for the GED exam that covers subject matter common to high school curricula across the country. Adults who pass the exam are issued a Connecticut High School Diploma from the State Department of Education. Accommodations for the GED test are available for qualified individuals with a disability.

Adult High School Credit Diploma (AHSCDP):
An EASTCONN high school diploma may be earned by adults who fulfill state requirements through a combination of past high school credits, independent study, online courses, evening classes, documented work experience, and community service.

Get with the BEAT (Out-of-School Youth):
This high school completion/employment program for eligible out of school youth between the ages of 16 and 21, is funded by the Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board. It is designed to assist eligible out-of-school youth who want to move from high school drop-out to high school graduate, to advance from unemployed to gainfully employed, and to enter postsecondary programs. This program includes a case manager who works with participants to overcome barriers that prevent them from being successful in school and the workplace.

Other Adult Education Programs:

• EASTCONN's Roads to Success: This intensive program combines basic skills and high school completion with development of employability and work readiness skills, including basic computer skills. Participants also develop resumes, cover letters, job search skills, and a career plan. For more information, contact Suzanne Cimochowski in Danielson at (860) 779-3770.
• EASTCONN, ETC. (Employment, Training, College): This program transitions students who have successfully completed EASTCONN’s GED or AHSCDP programs to postsecondary education and training programs. With the assistance of a Transitions Coach, students learn about postsecondary options and develop a transition plan which can include visiting programs and completing applications and financial aid forms to reach their postsecondary goals.
• English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL): Beginning and intermediate level ESL classes are available for individuals of limited English proficiency seeking to improve their speaking and listening skills.
• Citizenship Classes: EASTCONN citizenship classes help individuals prepare for the U.S. citizenship test.
• Basic Skills Instruction: Instruction in reading, writing and/or math skills is offered days and evenings.

Area Employers: Did you know that EASTCONN also offers low-cost, custom Workplace Literacy Programs to area businesses?
EASTCONN's Workplace Literacy programs are a cost-effective way to upgrade employee skill levels. We bring solutions to your employee training needs, including computer instruction, basic education, high school completion, and English-as-a-Second Language. Call the Adult Education office nearest you for more information.

Adult Education Program Sites ~ Six convenient locations to serve you:

EASTCONN Northeast Learning Center
111 Connecticut Mills Avenue, Danielson ~ 860-779-3770

EASTCONN Windham Community Learning Center
21 Valley Street, Willimantic ~ 860-423-2591

Putnam Family Resource Center
33 Wicker Street, Putnam ~ 860-779-3770

Moosup Adult Learning Lab
18 Village Center Circle, Rte. 14, Moosup ~ 860-779-3770

Plainfield Early Childhood Center
Rte. 12, Plainfield ~ 860-779-3770

Plainfield High School
75 Canterbury Rd., Central Village ~ 860-779-3770

Adult Education programs are provided FREE of charge to residents in the following towns and are supported in part by their Boards of Education: Brooklyn, Canterbury, Chaplin, Columbia, Eastford, Hampton, Killingly, Plainfield, Pomfret, Putnam, Scotland, Sterling, Thompson, Windham and Woodstock.

Instructors Wanted!
Adult Education Instructors: Qualified, certified instructors interested in teaching classes to help adult learners attain their high school equivalency, learn English as a second language, or obtain their U.S. citizenship are welcome to inquire about possible open positions with EASTCONN Adult Education. Please contact Ginnie Gorin at 860-423-2591 or ggorin@eastconn.org.

Community Education Instructors: Teach a credit-free, recreational evening course for adults next fall through EASTCONN Community Education. Share your expertise, skills, and passion in the areas of arts and crafts, fitness, dance, personal growth, recreation, or technology with others. Certification is not required. Please note: While all course ideas are very welcome, we are especially looking for instructors in the following areas: Microsoft Office Suite, car repair and maintenance, household repair and maintenance, math and verbal SAT preparation, digital photography, and cake decorating. Earn some extra spending money, enhance your resume, and meet fun people! To request an instructor information packet, contact Doris Dyer, Director of Adult & Community Services, at 860-423-2591 or ddyer@eastconn.org.

Registration

Mail-In Registration Encouraged!

You may complete the online registration form (click here), print it out, and mail it to the office nearest you. Make check payable to: EASTCONN Community Ed.

By Phone or Fax with VISA or Master Card only:
Danielson-Putnam (860) 779-3770; FAX - (860) 779-3384

By Mail
Northeast Learning Center, 111 Connecticut Mills Ave. Danielson, CT 06239

Walk in to register at one of our offices:
Northeast Learning Center
8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday thru Thursday

Windham Community Learning Center
8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday thru Thursday
8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday

PLEASE NOTE: Evening hours (after 4:00 p.m.) apply only when adult education classes are in session. There are no evening hours during break weeks or summer