High School Diploma

Students seeking to complete their high school credentials must set up an appointment at the Adult Education office to register for classes. We will help you design a program to complete graduation requirements. Diploma classes are available during the daytime and evening. Credits from other schools or sources will be reviewed for acceptance. Credit may be awarded for military experience, job training, homemaking, and volunteer experience. Upon graduation you will receive a Presque Isle High School diploma.

General Education Development - GED

The high school equivalency tests may be taken at the Adult Education office by appointment. The GED exam is comprised of five tests in the areas of Writing Skills, Social Studies, Science, Literature and the Arts, and Mathematics. A State of Maine High School Equivalency Diploma will be awared upon successful completion of the exam. Students must meet with the Chief Examiner before beginning the test series and must take a required pre-test. The GED exam, pre-test, and preparation classes are free of charge to Maine residents. MSAD#1 policy is that a student must be eighteen years old and his/her class must have graduated before the student is eligible to take the GED. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with documented disabilities.

Adult Basic Education - ABE

Adult Basic Education courses are designed for adults who wish to improve basic reading, writing or math skills. Students may meet in small groups or individually. Daytime courses are available.

English as a Second Language

Individual tutoring is available for persons who do not speak English as their first language and who would like to acquire skills in conversational English and writing.

Personal Enrichment Programs

A variety of classes are offered to provide personal growth, creative opportunities, physical activity, and just plain fun! Suggestions for new classes are always welcomed.

Vocational Programs

Vocational courses are designed to upgrade an individual's work skills or help prepare a student for new job opportunities. Class fees vary. Textbooks and workbooks may be purchased.

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Contracted Services
Call the Adult Ed Office at 764-4776 for more information on the following programs

Technology Training

MSAD#1 Adult Education offers a wide range of computer and technology training to other public agencies, private business, and industries. We have qualified, experienced instructors. We will set up the sessions to the need of your employees.

Educational Upgrade

MSAD#1 offers educational programs on a contractual basis for other public agencies or for private business and industries. Programs in basic education, high school completion, vocational education, and general non-credit courses can be tailored to meet the specific need of organizations who wish to provide instruction for their clients or employees.

Career Planning/Counseling

Take advantage of this free service. A counselor is available when classes are in session. Explore your educational and/or employment opportunities.

Certified Nurse Assistant

Applications are available at the Adult Education office for those interested in the C.N.A. program. Each applicant will be set up for an interview. The instructor will choose ten (10) for the class. This 180-hour course will run for eleven weeks at a cost of $500.00 resident and non-resident. This cost, in part, includes book, CPR, pin and State exam fee. Classes will be held at the Presque Isle Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. The course schedule will be announced at the first class. Please see the evening schedule of classes for dates. For deadline information, contact the Adult Ed office at 764-4776.

Learning Lab

Do you need to improve a particular skill? We can help you with...

• Reading
• English as a Second Language
• Vocabulary
• Math
• GED Preparation
• Spelling/Punctuation

We have an open learning lab at our Daytime Education Center, across from Presque Isle Middle School. Instructors will work with you individually to help you improve your skills. Daytime classes are held Monday through Thursday mornings from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Tutors Available

If you feel you are not ready for a classroom environment, please see the Director. We do have tutors available for one-on-one instruction.

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Maine School Administrative District #1
Questions, comments, or concerns?  Send e-mail to:
laura.chase@sad1.org
Last updated June 24, 2009