Classes for Adults Learn Something New & Fun! Take a Bus Trip! Earn Your Diploma! Improve Your English!

1969 - 2019 Valley Regional Adult Education Ansonia • Derby • Monroe • Seymour • Shelton

NEW LOCATION! 54 Grove St. Shelton

FALL 2019 Classes for Adults Learn something new & fun! Take a bus trip! Earn your diploma! Improve your English!

WWW.VRAE.ORG • 203.924.6651 VALLEY REGIONAL 1969 - 2019 ADULT EDUCATION Valley Regional Adult Learning Center Adult Education 54 Grove Street Building a Stronger Community Shelton, CT 06484 Phone: 203.924.6651 Valley Regional Adult Education (VRAE) is proud to announce the Adult Fax: 203.924.8435 Learning Center’s new location in The Richard O. Belden Cultural Center, Email: [email protected] 54 Grove Street in Shelton. VRAE has served the Valley community for 50 OFFICE HOURS years and is dedicated to building a stronger community through education. Monday-Thursday, We prepare community members to obtain their high school credentials, 8:30AM - 3:30PM improve their English language skills, prepare for the U.S. citizenship test, 4:30PM - 8:30PM and enjoy life-long learning classes. In our Enrichment Program, we off er over 90 classes throughout the Friday Valley, 10 exciting bus trips, and more than 350 online courses available 8:30AM - 3:00PM year-round for anytime, anywhere learning. Listing start on page 3. FREE Academic Programs for the residents of Ansonia, Derby, Monroe, LOCATIONS Welcome Seymour and Shelton include GED®, Adult High School Credit Diploma, Citizenship and English as a Second Language classes. In collaboration with Adult Learning Center to Our West Haven Adult Education, we off er a third option for residents to obtain Richard O. Belden Fall Semester! their high school diplomas. For more information, see pages 12-13. Cultural Center We encourage you to join us and also, share this information with your 54 Grove St., Shelton friends, neighbors and family. Don’t miss this opportunity! Browse this catalog, visit our website, www.vrae.org, or give us a call at 203.924.6651. Ansonia High School We would love to hear from you. 20 Pulaski Hwy., Ansonia — Debra Hansen, Director

John G. Prendergast School 59 Finney St., Ansonia Table of Contents NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY Masuk High School ENRICHMENT CLASSES FREE ACADEMIC VRAE is committed to a 1014 Monroe Tpk., Monroe Arts & Crafts ...... 6 PROGRAMS policy of equal opportunity/ Bus Trips ...... 11 ABE/GED®...... 12-13 affi rmative action for all Career & Work ...... 8 Adult High School Shelton Intermediate Dance ...... 8 qualifi ed persons and Credit Diploma ...... 13 School Digital Literacy ...... 7 does not discriminate in Citizenship ...... 13 675 Constitution Blvd. N., Digital Photography ...... 7 any employment practice, Family ...... 10 English as a Second Shelton Food & Nutrition ...... 10 Language ...... 12-13 education program, or Fitness ...... 3 National External educational activity on Golf ...... 4 Diploma Program ...... 13 the basis of race, color, Home & Garden ...... 9 religious creed, sex, age, Mind & Body ...... 4 Online Courses ...... 9, 14 Mentoring Volunteer national origin, ancestry, www.vrae.org World Languages ...... 5 Program ...... 15 marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity Registration Form...... 15 or expression, disability Refund Policy ...... 15 (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past VRAESheltonCT or present history of mental disorder, physical disability VRAE…Building a Stronger Community or learning disability), At Valley Regional Adult Education, we are committed to genetic information, or any developing a sense of “community education” in which local other basis prohibited by citizens, schools, agencies, and businesses work together to address Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination the educational needs of the Valley community. Our goal is to be laws. Inquiries regarding a vital organization, responsible for creating an environment that VRAE’s nondiscrimination continually fosters 100% engagement of students and staff through: policies should be directed to Lee Wolf, 203.924.6651. Commitment • Integrity • Innovation and Creativity • Quality

Walk, Weights & Abs Classes at TAD-G’s Classes at Fitness New! Strength Training This class consists of walking Fitness For Women for Life Need to start working out, but with aerobic moves and patterns, *386 East Main St., Ansonia *90 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton not sure where to start? Resis- light weights to sculpt and tone tance Bands help make long, lean the lower and upper body, and strong muscles without the next an abdominal workout. No New! Latin Kettlebell Fusion New! Women’s day soreness. Classes are super Dance followed by some light- class 11/5. Empowerment supportive and non-judgmental. weight Kettlebell moves then and Self-Defense Deborah Bailey dance again! A fun and happy Join us for this fun, hands on Ellen Reichelt Shelton Intermediate School effective workout! All levels. self-defense seminar. Learn es- Tuesdays & Thursdays, Tuesdays, 6:00 - 6:45PM capes from arm grabs, hair grabs, 6:15 - 7:00PM Terry DiGiacomo-Galla 10 Sessions, begins September 17 and more. Improve self-aware- 11 Sessions, begins September 24 Mondays, 5:00 – 6:00PM $99 507S ness in everyday situations. Fitness for Life* 8 Sessions, begins September 9 Ages 16+. $129 513Y1 TAD-G’s Fitness For Women* Tuesdays, 6:00 - 6:45PM $79 508Y 6 Sessions, begins January 7 Ellen Reichelt Tuesdays & Thursdays, $59 507S - Winter Saturday, 1:00 - 4:00PM 6:15 - 7:00PM POUND Fit! 1 Session, October 19 11 Sessions, begins November 5 Using light-weight ripstixs engi- Zumba Fitness for Life* Fitness for Life* neered specifically for exercising, $39 511Y A fun, effective fitness program $129 513Y1 POUND transforms drumming that combines easy-to-follow into an effective workout. All moves to Latin and international New! Fitness Kickboxing levels. New! Karate for Adults rhythms. No experience needed. Get fit with fun and empower- Increase your self-confidence Bring water, wear supportive ing moves. Kick and punch on Terry DiGiacomo-Galla with karate and get EMPOW- sneakers. Drop-ins welcome bags then stretch and breathe all Mondays, 6:30 - 7:15PM ERED! Learn kicks, punches, $10 per class (cash/check). in a super supportive, non-judg- 8 Sessions, begins September 9 simple self-defense techniques mental, clean, modern school. TAD-G’s Fitness For Women* and more in a super supportive, Michelle Collings Kickboxing gloves available for $79 506Y non-judgmental, clean, modern Shelton Intermediate School $21.25 or bring your own. school. Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:15PM Turbokick 10 Sessions, begins September 18 Master Ellen Reichelt Ellen Reichelt Ready to become a total knock- $79 505S Mondays & Wednesdays, Tuesdays & Thursdays, out? With fun, rhythmic cardio 6:15 - 7:00PM 7:15 - 8:00PM kickboxing moves and high-en- Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:15PM 11 Sessions, begins September 23 11 Sessions, begins September 24 ergy music, you’ll get ultra-lean 6 Sessions, begins January 8 Fitness for Life* Fitness for Life* and toned—while having a blast! $49 505S - Winter $129 512Y1 $129 510Y

Terry DiGiacomo-Galla Mondays & Wednesdays, Belly Dancing Tuesdays & Thursdays, New! Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30PM 6:15 - 7:00PM Belly dance is empowering, up- 7:15 - 8:00PM 8 Sessions, begins September 11 11 Sessions, begins November 4 lifting and fun. This low impact 11 Sessions, begins November 5 TAD-G’s Fitness For Women* Fitness for Life* physical activity provides an Fitness for Life* $79 509Y $129 512Y2 aerobic workout and strength- $129 510Y ens and tones your core muscle groups. Held at A Time for Us, Belly Dance and Fitness Studio, Bart Center, 600 Main St. 2nd Visit vrae.org for floor Suite 5, Monroe. more information Deborah Bailey on instructors Thursdays, 7:15–8:15PM 10 sessions, begins September 19 and classes! A Time for Us Studio $99 504S u More Classes, See Mind & Body, page 10

REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.VRAE.ORG 3 REGISTRATION INFO ON PAGE 15 VRAE Fall 2019 Enrichment Courses n n n n n n MIND & BODY New! The Miracle of GOLF Mindfulness – A Practical Approach to a Richer Life Take a deep and gentle look into Golf the application of mindfulness For golfers wanting to learn in daily life. Benefits: reduced about the game in a fun, stress, improved relationships, small group setting. For and a deeper appreciation for beginners, the fundamentals life. of the golf swing will be worked on. Advance begin- Bruce Nichols ners work on getting your Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:00PM game more consistent and 4 Sessions, begins October 2 breaking down your swing. Shelton Intermediate School Clubs will be provided if $39 671S you do not have any. Plan on bringing your clubs starting the second class. New! Astrology Astrology is much more than New! Stepping Into Your New! Laughter is the Best Frank Selva your sun sign! A chart can show John G. Prendergast School Greatness Medicine your hidden personality, career Achieve success, happiness, Can laughter really heal you? (Ansonia) potential, love, talents, life chal- health and wellbeing by just Learn the science of laughter, lenges and rewards. Review simply changing your thoughts. how it affects the brain and the BEGINNER your past and reveal the trends Learn how to break bad habits body and how it can reduce pain, Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30PM of your future. Bring your birth and diminish negative behaviors depression, and anxiety. You will 6 Sessions, begins September 17 date, place and time. and beliefs. If you have wanted be taught simple techniques and $149 800A to change your life; lose weight, ideas to bring more laughter into Jamie Dellavolpe start a new career, go back to your life and yes...you will be Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00PM ADVANCED BEGINNER school, travel the world, start a laughing a lot as you learn! Great 4 Sessions, begins September 18 Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:30PM new relationship, this class will for caregivers and those dealing Shelton Intermediate School 6 Sessions, begins September 17 help inspire and empower you to with health challenges. $69 670S $149 801A take the leap of faith and become the person you were always Dr. Lori Monaco New! Communicate with meant to be. Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM Your Angels 1 Session, October 28 Connect and communicate with Dr. Lori Monaco Shelton Intermediate School your Angels and Spirit Guides. Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM $25 235S Receive loving, guided, inspiring 1 Session, October 7 messages. All angel messages Shelton Intermediate School Law of Attraction will empower you with their lov- $25 238S Manifest the abundance in your ing support, healing, insight and life. Learn about the structures guidance. Mindfulness…for Stress and functions of the brain, how Reduction, Relaxation, thoughts and emotions work for Robin Tesei and A Better You! or against us and how to change Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30PM This wonderful lecture discusses your thought process to create 1 Session, October 23 mindfulness, how to create positive changes. Shelton Intermediate School mindfulness in your life and why $39 244S this is so vital and necessary for Dr. Lori Monaco today’s living! There is a medita- Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM Tarot tion segment so be prepared to 1 Session, October 21 Tap into your inner wisdom and feel like you are going to float Shelton Intermediate School explore your intuition through away by the end of the work- $25 236S the magic and mystery of the shop! tarot. Bring a tarot deck to class.

Dr. Lori Monaco Sally Russo Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:30PM 1 Session, September 16 4 Sessions, begins October 1 Shelton Intermediate School Shelton Intermediate School $25 237S $69 214S

Whispers from Heaven Experience the energy and mes- n n n sages of a psychic mediumship FALL YOGA CLASSES reading. This is a gallery reading, not everyone is guaranteed a WORLD New! Laughter Yoga reading. No drinking of alcohol Laughter yoga increases the oxygen supply to the brain and before the reading; no late LANGUAGES body, potentially resulting in reduction of stress and physical admittance. pain. Each class includes a warm-up, movement with laughter, laughter meditation, and a calming meditation. Patricia Griffin German Thursday, 6:30PM - 8:30PM For those with little or no prior Dr. Lori Monaco 1 Session, October 17 exposure to this language but Mondays, 7:00 - 8:00PM Shelton Intermediate School want to learn because of heritage, 2 Sessions, begins September 23 $29 688S interest or for travel. Learn from Shelton Intermediate School a native speaker. Bring the book $49 670D EFT Emotional Freedom German in 10 Minutes a Day. Technique (Tapping) New! Hatha Yoga and Meditation Seminar Discover EFT and tap your way Ursula Michaelis Enjoy a restorative Hatha Yoga session preparing the body for to better emotional health today. Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00PM a silent seated meditation followed by a guided meditation. This easy-to-learn self-help 6 Sessions, begins October 9 Feel focused, rested, and renewed! Ages 14+. Bring mat. Held method aids to alleviate stress Shelton Intermediate School at TOP Martial Arts and Fitness For Life, 90 Bridgeport Ave., and address emotional factors $99 314S Shelton. that result in bad habits. Instruc- tor is a certified EFT practitioner. Polish Ellen Reichelt & Amba Jeanne Dziewulski Learn Polish from a native speak- Saturday, 1:00 - 4:00PM Terry Hernon er. Learn the language or brush 1 Session, September 28 Tuesday, 6:30PM - 8:15PM up on your knowledge. Book fee TOP Martial Arts & Fitness for Life 1 Session, September 24 of $20 payable to the instructor $49 511Y Shelton Intermediate School the first day of class. $39 456S Gentle Yoga Aneta Matyszczyk Weight Loss Hypnosis A simple yet profound experience of connecting body, mind Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30PM and spirit. Eliminate stress and tension and experience peace Use hypnosis to lose pounds 6 Sessions, begins September 18 of mind. Increase flexibility, reduce stress, and bring calm to by changing your relationship Ansonia High School your life. Bring a mat or blanket and wear loose, comfortable with food. Remove the need and $99 305A clothing. No Class 10/14. desire to overeat. Instructor is a certified hypnotist. Italian Beverly Corvino Learn the basics of this beautiful Fern Tausig Shelton Intermediate School language. Food, travel, lodg- Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30PM ing, restaurants, shopping and 3 Sessions, begins October 21 BEGINNERS more. Bring the book Italian Made Shelton Intermediate School Mondays, 6:00 - 7:30PM Simple to class. No Class 11/5. $75 221S 9 Sessions, begins September 16 $89 610S Beg Mon Sylvana Serravezza Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9:00PM Tai Chi Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:30PM 10 Sessions, begins September 18 “Meditation in motion” is a 6 Sessions, begins September 17 $99 610S Beg Wed centuries-old Chinese discipline Shelton Intermediate School used for health, meditation $99 303S1 ADVANCED BEGINNERS and self-defense. Emphasis on Mondays, 7:30 - 9:00PM relaxation and strength. No class Spanish 9 Sessions, begins September 16 10/14. Learn the basics of Spanish and $89 614S Adv Mon practice conversational skills for Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30PM Gwen Roman travel, work or daily life. Book 10 Sessions, begins September 18 Shelton Intermediate School required, instructor will email $99 614S Adv Wed with the information. BEGINNERS WINTER – All Levels Mondays, 6:50 - 7:40PM Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00PM Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30PM 10 Sessions, begins September 16 6 Sessions, begins September 18 9 Sessions, begins December 4 $99 652S Shelton Intermediate School No class 12/25, 1/1. $99 311S1 $89 614S Winter INTERMEDIATE Mondays, 6:00 - 6:50PM 10 Sessions, begins September 16 $99 654S

New! Bead Embroidery Know Your Sewing Machine Learn to add beads to your Find out how to use your sew- projects. This technique can ing machine. A pattern is not be applied to jewelry, fiber art, required for this class, fabric quilting, clothing or anything supplied. Students must bring a you want to add your personal- portable sewing machine and ba- ity and special touch. Photos on sic supplies (thread, scissors, 6” www.vrae.org. $15 material fee ruler, needles). This class is NOT due to instructor the day of class. suitable for Serger machines.

Ximena Acosta Espin Josephine Lifrieri Saturday, 9:00AM - 1:00PM Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30PM 1 Session, September 28 1 Session, September 18 Adult Learning Center, Shelton Shelton Intermediate School $39 908V3 $39 904S

New! Tunisian Crochet Sewing Class Tunisian crochet (the afghan Expanded to 8 sessions! Learn stitch) is a variation of regular the fundamentals of selecting crochet, using a long hook resem- fabric, reading a pattern, layout, bling a knitting needle with a cutting and stitching. Class limit crochet hook on the end. Basic 8. Prerequisite: Familiar with knowledge of crochet needed. the basic operation of a sewing Watercolor Painting New! Needle Felting Material fee of $10 payable to machine. Bring a portable sewing Explore watercolor painting Needle felting transforms wool instructor the first day of class. machine (not required the first including techniques for using roving yarn into 3D sculptures Tunisian hook and yarn will be class) and basic supplies (thread, watercolor as an expressive and using a special needle. Learn to provided. Held at Foran High scissors, 6” ruler, needles). This versatile art. Demonstrations and needle felt a cute Fall Pumpkin School, 80 Foran Road, Milford. class is NOT suitable for Serger step-by-step instruction. Bring about 2.5” tall out of 100% wool. machines. a watercolor pad, paint kit and Material fee of $5 payable to the Deborah Zotian brushes to the class the first day. instructor the day of class. Tuesday, 6:00PM - 8:00PM Josephine Lifrieri No class 10/14. 4 Sessions, October 8 Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30PM Kayleigh Mihalko Foran High School, Milford 8 Sessions, begins September 25 Stephen DiRienzo Saturday, 10:00AM - 12:00PM $65 204M Shelton Intermediate School Mondays, 7:00 - 8:30PM 1 Session, October 19 $169 902S 6 Sessions, begins September 16 Adult Learning Center, Shelton New! Furniture Painting Shelton Intermediate School $39 908V2 Woodcarving $99 805S Learn the basics of the Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® method, This course is for beginners New! Mixed Media Altered including: two-color finish, wanting to learn the art of New! Twisted Tangle Bottle Art smooth/modern, rustic finish, woodcarving, and will guide Learn a meditative drawing art Transform used wine bottles, and colored wash, plus wax you through the steps needed to form. Spend time encouraging mason jars or other glass bottles application, dry brushing, frot- finish a hand-carved piece. Tools your creative flow through the into decorative vases. Learn tage, ombre finish, and more. supplied. Held at Jonathan Law use of tangle patterns. techniques to apply paint to No chemicals or stripping. $10 High School, 20 Lansdale Ave., create a one of a kind work of materials fee due to instructor Milford. Rosemarie Main art that you will be proud to each class. Monday, 6:45PM - 8:45PM display. Photos on vrae.org. $10 Ken Cowden 1 Session, September 30 material fee includes bottle due Daniella Toth Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30PM Shelton Intermediate School instructor the day of class. Shelton Intermediate School 5 Sessions, begins September 23 $29 806SS Tuesdays, 5:30- 9:00PM Jonathan Law High School Ximena Acosta Espin 2 Sessions, begins October 1 $75 201M Saturday, 9:00AM - 1:00PM $125 902S 1 Session, September 14 Adult Learning Center, Shelton Tuesdays, 5:30- 9:00PM $39 908V1 2 Sessions, begins November 12 $125 902S1

Tuesdays, 5:30- 9:00PM 2 Sessions, begins January 14 $125 902S2-Winter

Woodworking New! Google - Gmail, Maps, Microsoft Excel Plan and complete your own Photos, Sharing Learn screen elements, naviga- project while learning funda- Google is not only for searching! tion and selection techniques to mentals of woodworking and Store photos, sync calendars, create and edit your spreadsheet. the proper use of various large keep to-do lists, and more! Bring a USB fl ash drive to save power tools. Note: class dates your work. No Class 10/9. are subject to change based on Gregory Parkhurst instructor’s schedule. Held at Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30PM Bonnie Waring DIGITAL Jonathan Law High School, 20 1 Session, October 2 Masuk High School (Monroe) PHOTOGRAPHY Lansdale Ave., Milford. Masuk High School (Monroe) BEGINNER $39 128M Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30PM Chris Sweetwood 4 Sessions, begins September 18 Digital Photography Jonathan Law High School Facebook $125 105M1 Explore the basic and BEGINNER Learn to create a profi le, tailor advanced features of your Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:00PM your privacy settings, connect INTERMEDIATE interchangeable dSLR 6 Sessions, begins September 25 with family and friends, and Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30PM camera. One class will meet $99 202M explore groups and games. 4 Sessions, begins October 23 on a Saturday afternoon to $145 105M2 shoot landscapes. Email the ADVANCED Gregory Parkhurst instructor with questions: Thursdays, 6:00 - 8:00PM Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30PM [email protected]. 6 Sessions, begins September 26 1 Session, October 23 online classes Bring your dSLR camera and $99 203M Masuk High School (Monroe) manual to class. $39 119M Online Technology Brian Schmitt Classes Microsoft Word Shelton Intermediate School • Intro QuickBooks Online online classes Learn to add and edit text; work BEGINNER • Introduction to SQL on two or more documents Wednesdays, 7:00 - 9:00PM • Introduction to Python 3 simultaneously; format text. Also 6 Sessions, begins September 18 Online Arts & Crafts Classes Programming see save, retrieve, copy, organize, $149 152S • Adobe Products and print. Bring a USB fl ash • Introduction to Digital • Computer Skills for the drive to class. No Class 9/30. ADVANCED Scrapbooking Workplace Wednesdays, 7:00 - 9:00PM • Introduction to Journaling Bonnie Waring • PC Troubleshooting 6 Sessions, begins November 6 • Sound And Art: Using The Masuk High School (Monroe) • Technology Certifi cation Prep $149 153S Ears And Eyes To Heal BEGINNER • Technical Writing • Drawing for the Absolute Mondays, 6:30 – 8:30PM More than 100 classes to choose Beginner 3 Sessions, begins September 16 online classes from. Prices range from $99 - $119. • Start Your Own Arts and $119 104M1 Crafts Business There are 12 sessions per class over 6 weeks, and a new class begins each INTERMEDIATE Digital Photography Prices range from $99 - $119. There month. Mondays, 6:30 – 8:30PM Classes & Self-Paced are 12 sessions per class over 6 3 Sessions, begins October 21 Study Guides weeks, and a new class begins each See Page 14 or visit $139 104M2 • Travel Photography month. www.ed2go.com/vrae • Photographing People • Photographing Nature See Page 14 or visit www.ed2go.com/vrae There are 20 online classes and self-paced study guides about digital photography and editing.

Prices range from $99 - $119. There are 12 sessions per class over 6 weeks, and a new class begins each month.

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New! Bollywood Dance Ballroom Dance New! Public Speaking Learn the Bollywood dance Learn basic elements and tech- Speaking to a group of people form, a mix of Indian classi- niques of ballroom dances under is one of the most time-eff ective cal dance and hip hop. A great the direction of our professional ways to share your message. way to break a little bit of sweat instructor. You will be introduced Learn how to clarify your mes- while having fun and listening to to a variety of dances. Instruction sage, connect with your listeners happy music. Held at Bollywood will be given in step patterns, and keep conversations going. Studios, 477 Main St, Monroe, timing, continuity, and style Tips to control your speaking CT 06468 while learning to lead or follow nerves will be practiced. $25 successfully. The purpose of this material fee due instructor the Jigna Trivedi class is to promote and develop fi rst day of class. Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:00PM confi dence on the dance fl oor. 8 Sessions, begins September 17 Wear comfortable clothes and Beth Stoller Bollywood Studios non-slip shoes (sneakers ok). Mondays, 7:00 - 8:00PM $109 500Y4 Fee per couple. Limited to 12 3 Sessions, begins September 16 couples. Shelton Intermediate School New! Adult Tap $69 468S Come learn, exercise and laugh NEW INSTRUCTOR! as you shuffl e, chug and buf- George Maderski CT Security Offi cer You’re on the Air! falo along to great music. Wear Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30PM Certifi cation Course (How to Really Make comfortable clothes, tap shoes or 8 Sessions, begins September 18 Upon successful completion it in Voice-Overs!) Shelton Intermediate School sneakers and bring a water bot- of the course, approved by the Learn to get around the competi- $159 502S tle. Tap shoes can be purchased CT State Police, Special Licens- tion and turn voice-overs into a a week before class for $35. Held ing and Firearms Unit, you will thriving business! You’ve heard at Step By Step Dance Academy, Country Line Dance obtain a certifi cate required to the instructor - now hear him live 495 River Road, Santo’s Plaza Enjoy learning to line dance from obtain your CT Security Offi cer as he illustrates how to use your 2nd Floor, Shelton. the basic steps to putting them Identifi cation Card (Guard speaking voice for commercials, all together with various assort- Card) allowing you to work as fi lms and videos! Stephanie Rose ment of music rhythms. Come a uniformed security offi cer for Fridays, 6:30 - 7:15PM have fun learning easy steps as licensed CT employers. James Seawood 8 Sessions, begins September 20 you move in this low impact Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM Step By Step Dance Academy dance form. No partners needed. Joseph Porto 1 Session, October 7 $119 500Y3 No open toe or heeled shoes al- Saturday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM Shelton Intermediate School lowed. No class 11/5. 1 Session, September 28 $49 204S Adult Learning Center, Shelton Rebecca Williamson $99 550V Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:00PM 8 Sessions, begins September 17 Bookkeeping Basics online classes Shelton Intermediate School Learn the basics of bookkeeping, $99 503S how to analyze and record fi nancial transactions, and prepare Online Career & Work various fi nancial reports. Topics Classes & Training will include: accounts receiv- Prepare for a career or enhance your able, accounts payable, payroll career in: procedures, sales taxes and other common banking activities. • A to Z Grantwriting • Fitness Business Management Helga Bowen • Accounting Fundamentals Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:45PM • Grammar Refresher 4 Sessions, begins October 23 • Project Management Shelton Intermediate School Fundamentals $99 225S • Medical Terminology

There are over 300 career training courses available online.

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New! Interior Design Series New! Prepare the Garden for Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:30PM Fall and Winter Shelton Intermediate School Fall lawn maintenance, winter- izing plants and the planting of Floor Plans garden bulbs tips and techniques Start planning the room YOU will be shared in class. Bring want to create. Create a focal your questions. point, overcome obstacles and draw a fl oor plan. Design your Karel Julian room using existing furnishings Monday, 6:30 – 8:00PM and discuss how to budget for 1 Session, September 23 future purchases. See your room Shelton Intermediate School through new eyes. $25 736S

Holly Dar New! Plant Safety: Two 1 Session, October 10 Sides to Every Leaf $59 738S1 Choose your house and yard plants with knowledge as to Blending Fabric Patterns whether or not they are harm- Learn how to blend colors, ful to humans or pets. Plants mix textures and choose paint can contain dangerous leaves, colors. Discuss the psychology fl owers and berries. Increase of color and how it aff ects your your awareness of common decorating scheme. Address toxic plants and what to safely the challenges of your design purchase. process. Begin a color board for your project. Karel Julian Monday, 6:30 – 8:00PM Holly Dar 1 Session, October 7 1 Session, October 17 Shelton Intermediate School $59 738S2 $25 736S

Floors, Walls and Lighting Discover the type of fl ooring best for your room and how to online classes address the lighting in the room and what to put on the walls. Learn some tips on hanging Online Home & Garden Classes artwork, mirrors and other • The Power of Design: decorations. Healthy Buildings, Healthy ONLINE COURSES Communities Holly Dar • Nature And Healing: The 1 Session, October 24 Power Of Connection $59 738S3 • Start Your Own Edible Garden • Growing Plants for Fun and Profi t

Prices range from $99 - $119. There are 12 sessions per class over 6 weeks, and a new class begins each month.

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New! Gluten-Free Eating Deb’s Healthy FAMILY Learn which foods to eat and Plate Classes avoid if you have Celiac disease, *At Deb’s Healthy Plate, gluten intolerance, wheat sensi- 32 Woodﬁ eld Drive, Shelton New! Advocacy Training for tivity or wheat allergies. It’s not Caregivers of Children with just in your foods! Recipes will Healthy Dinner: Chicken Special Needs be shared. Piccata with Risotto Learn about federal laws as they Come prepare healthier versions pertain to special education, ef- Debbie Barbiero of an old favorite. Cook and fective advocacy strategies, and Monday, 6:30 - 8:15PM learn the nutrition information care for the caregiver. This course 1 Session, September 23 and tips to improve your health. will empower caregivers to Shelton Intermediate School $10 material fee due to instructor. advocate for their children with $39 223S special needs. Debbie Barbiero 3-Day Detox Cleanse Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM Erin Lamb It’s time to get your healthy back 1 Session, September 30 Mondays, 7:00 - 8:00PM on track and reclaim your health! $39 410Y3 3 Sessions, begins September 16 Be guided through a simple Shelton Intermediate School 3-day cleanse of fresh, seasonal New! Thyroid Healing Homemade Pastas $49 467S foods while the instructor pre- Nutrition Make diff erent homemade pasta pares one of the meals for you What you eat aff ects how your and sauce each class: Gnocchi New! Medicare Basics to enjoy during class. Receive thyroid works. Learn the foods with Bolognese Sauce, Ravioli Are you or a loved one about a shopping list and recipes for needed to maintain and improve with Tomato Sauce and Fettuc- to turn 65 and getting ready to breakfast, lunch and dinner for thyroid health and those to avoid cine with Alfredo Sauce. $25 sign up for Medicare? Attend 3 days. Held at Metamorphosis while battling thyroid disease. material fee due instructor. this Medicare 101 course to Body, Mind & Spirit, 32 Wood- Your instructor improved her learn about Original Medicare, Debbie Barbiero fi eld Drive, Shelton. health with proper nutrition Medicare Parts A, B, C, and Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:30PM while battling Hashimoto’s D, whether prescriptions are 3 Sessions, begins October 1 Debbie Barbiero disease. covered, how much it will cost, $99 410Y4 Monday, 6:30 - 8:15PM and the enrollment deadlines. 1 Session, September 16 Debbie Barbiero We will also educate you on Metamorphosis Body, Mind & Spirit Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:15PM Healthy Dessert: Chocolate Medicare Advantage Plans, Part $39 672S 1 Session, September 24 Raspberry Decadence D Prescription drug plans, and Shelton Intermediate School Come prepare healthier versions Medicare Supplement plans. This How Nutrition Can Reduce $39 672S of an old favorite. Cook and is an informational seminar. Inﬂ ammation in your Body learn the nutrition information Learn which foods to avoid and and tips to improve your health. Cindy Ryall to include in your diet to give $10 material fee due to instructor. Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:00PM you more energy, reduce pain online classes 1 Session, begins October 1 Debbie Barbiero and bloat, which is a result of in- Shelton Intermediate School Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM fl ammation in your body. A great $19 467S Online Food Classes class for people trying to lose 1 Session, October 7 weight, manage thyroid, Type II • Luscious, Low-Fat, $39 410Y1 Lightning-Quick Meals New! Google for Parents diabetes and other infl ammatory Understanding your Child’s • Start Your Own Edible Garden Pierogies diseases. New! Google Classroom. Many Learn to make perfect and deli- school districts have students Debbie Barbiero Prices range from $99 - $119. There cious pierogies. $10 material fee use Google Classroom as their Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:15PM are 12 sessions per class over 6 due instructor. learning and homework portal. 1 Session, September 17 weeks, and a new class begins each Parents will learn the compo- Shelton Intermediate School month. Debbie Barbiero nents and know the diff erence $39 222S Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM See Page 14 or visit 1 Session, October 28 between what they can see as a www.ed2go.com/vrae $39 410Y5O parent and what their child can see in Google Classroom. Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30PM 1 Session, November 12 Gregory Parkhurst $39 410Y5N Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30PM 1 Session, October 16 Monday, 6:30 - 8:30PM Masuk High School (Monroe) 1 Session, December 2 $39 127M $39 410Y5D

New! Researching Your Roots - Step I 2019 FALL BUS TRIPS Begin to trace your family tree. Be connected to the resources professional researchers use. Where will YOU go? Start your research in class with access to some of the instructors Tour the city? Visit a vineyard? See a show? paid genealogical subscriptions. Bring a laptop or tablet to class. Take your pick, then sit back and enjoy the ride! Bring along your morning coffee and eats or wait for the coffee stop along the way. Sarah Miller Just remember, always be prepared. You may leave jackets, umbrellas Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:45PM and items on the bus during the day if not needed. Note: Itinerary and 1 Session, September 24 times subject to slight changes. Find more details about each trip on Shelton Intermediate School our website, www.vrae.org $59 268S DEPARTS FROM: Shelton Municipal Parking Lot New! Digging Deeper 415 Howe Ave., Shelton (Next to Shelton’s Farmer’s Market) into Your Roots - Step II Need assistance to delve further and break through family tree Discover Maine -The Way A Day in Salem: Witches Boston’s North End’s roadblocks. This class features a Life Should Be and Broomsticks Little Italy case study of how the instructor Start at the Nubble Light- Tour the House of Seven Gables Soak in the history and culture solved a challenging ancestral house, enjoy a lunch of Maine and the Witch House. Have of the North End while enjoy- mystery and also introduces seafood at Fox’s Restaurant ample time to enjoy Salem’s ing delicious foods in this international research. Part of the then make a quick stop in the Haunted Happening Festival historic neighborhood while class will be spent on research. quaint downtown of York, ME. shopping, eating and visiting on our Boston’s North End Bring a laptop or tablet to class. Next to Ogunquit for a street other attractions at your leisure. Little Italy Walking Food Tour! stroll or walk the Marginal End the day with a candlelit Sarah Miller Way. Then off to Kennebunk- evening walking tour through Saturday, November 16 Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:45PM port for a visit where you can Salem. 8:00AM - 9:00PM, $109 1 Session, October 22 enjoy on your own a delicious Shelton Intermediate School lobster roll, watch the sunset Saturday, October 19 $59 269S Radio City - Rockettes over the harbor, or have coff ee 8:00AM - 10:00PM, $109 Enjoy New York City’s one and snacks, shop great little and only Christmas Spectacu- online classes boutiques, or watch the boats NYC - Chelsea Market, lar, see the Christmas Tree in in the harbor. Eataly, Highline and Rockefeller Center and have Meatpacking District Tour time for dining and shopping Online Family Classes Saturday, September 14 Walk and eat your way through on your own. • Ready, Set, Read! 7:00AM - 9:00PM, $109 the Meatpacking District includ- • Helping Elderly Parents ing Chelsea Market, and the Saturday, December 7 • Happy, Healthy Pregnancy NY State of Mind High Line! Final stop Eataly 7:15AM - 7:00PM, $175 • Understanding Adolescents Enjoy a day of wine tasting NYC in the Flatiron District. • Write Your Life Story and food. Visit three wineries in the Hudson Valley area and Saturday, October 26 Prices range from $99 - $119. There one vineyard in CT. Lunch 8:15AM - 8:00PM, $109 are 12 sessions per class over 6 at one of the vineyards and weeks, and a new class begins each cheese and crackers at another Kittery month. vineyard are included in the Enjoy a Down East Lobsterbake price. at Foster’s for lunch then walk See Page 14 or visit off your meal at the Kittery Out- www.ed2go.com/vrae Saturday, September 21 lets for plenty of shopping. 8:15AM - 6:30PM, $109 Saturday, November 2 7:30AM - 9:00PM, $109

Daytime Programs REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a resident ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE of Ansonia, Derby, Monroe, Students improve their reading, writing, speaking and understanding of English. Based on assessment results Seymour, or students are assigned to one of three leveled classes. Shelton. Adult Learning Center at the Richard O. Belden • All students are Cultural Center, 54 Grove St., Shelton accepted on a Monday-Friday, 9:30AM – 12:30PM first-come, first- served basis. REGISTRATION: Thursday, September 12 & Friday, September 13 at 9:30AM Class size limited. Classes begin on Monday, September 16 9:30AM

• Prior to class, all students ABE/GED® PREPARATION must complete a registration Students prepare to improve their academic knowledge in Mathematical Reasoning, Science, Social Studies, and process. Reasoning through Language Arts in order to take the GED® test. If you are 17 years of age you must also provide a copy of your withdrawal letter signed by your parent/guardian from the last day school you attended to register • New students for class. For more information on the exam visit GED.com. We will assist you to setup your account and you will must take a have the opportunity to take official practice tests in class. placement assessment. Adult Learning Center at the Richard O. Belden Cultural Center, 54 Grove St., Shelton • All programs Monday-Friday, 10:00AM – 12:30PM are for students age 17 and older REGISTRATION: Thursday, September 12 & Friday, September 13 at 10:00AM and officially Classes begin on Monday, September 16 10:00AM withdrawn from school.

We're Here When You Need Us • Classes are FREE • Open 12 months a year • Day and Evening Classes • Free Parking • On the Bus Line • Convenient Location • Friendly, Caring Staff • State Certified Teachers • Counselors Available • Free Wi-Fi • Serving the towns of Ansonia, Derby, Monroe, Seymour & Shelton Valley Regional Adult Education 50 Years of Building a Stronger Community

Evening Programs GENERAL ACCESSIBILITY AND ACCOMMODATION ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE All activities offered by VRAE are held in Students improve their reading, writing, speaking and understanding of English. Based on assessment results accessible locations. students are assigned to one of three leveled classes. Accommodations Masuk High School (multi-level class) for individuals Adult Learning Center at the Richard O. Belden 1014 Monroe Tpk., Monroe with a disability Cultural Center , 54 Grove St., Shelton Monday & Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30PM are available upon Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00 - 8:30PM request. Please REGISTRATION: Monday, September 9 at 6:30PM contact Lee Wolf, REGISTRATION: Tuesday, September 10 & Classes begin on Monday, September 16 at 6:30PM 203.924.6651. Thursday, September 12 at 6:00PM Classes begin on Tuesday, September 17 at 6:00PM GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ABE/GED® PREPARATION (GED®) TEST ACCOMMODATIONS Students prepare to improve their academic knowledge in Mathematical Reasoning, Science, Social Studies, and Accommodations Reasoning through Language Arts in order to take the GED® test. If you are 17 years of age you must also provide for the GED® test a copy of your withdrawal letter signed by your parent/guardian from the last day school you attended to register are available for for class. For more information on the exam visit GED.com. We will assist you to setup your account and you will qualified individuals have the opportunity to take official practice tests in class. with a disability. For more information Adult Learning Center at the Richard O. Belden REGISTRATION: call 203.924.6651. Cultural Center, 54 Grove St., Shelton Monday, September 9 & Wednesday, September 11 at 6:00PM You may also contact Monday & Wednesday, 6:00PM – 8:30PM Class begins Monday, September 16 at 6:00PM Sabrina Mancini at the Connecticut State Department of Education at (860) ADULT HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT DIPLOMA PROGRAM (AHSCDP) 807-2110.

Students can fulfill the State of Connecticut’s AHSCDP requirements by earning credits needed for high school NO CHARGE completion. Classes include English, Math, Science, Social Studies, electives, work experience, training, military FOR MATERIALS experience, community service and transference of previous credits. Classes are held at the Adult Learning Center FOR MANDATED at the Richard O. Belden Cultural Center, 54 Grove Street, Shelton. Upon completion of 21 credits of approved COURSES instruction, students receive a Valley Regional Adult High School Diploma. Call to begin the registration process, VRAE is in 203.924.6651. compliance with Connecticut General SESSION 1: September-October, SESSION 2: October-December Statutes Sec.10-73a Classes are held Monday -Thursday, 4:30PM-5:30PM and Monday & and does not charge Wednesday 5:45PM-7:45PM and Tuesday & Thursday 5:45PM-7:45PM fees for registration, textbooks or CITIZENSHIP NATIONAL EXTERNAL DIPLOMA PROGRAM materials used in mandated program areas. To become an American citizen is a A computer-based high school diploma dream of many who come to this coun- program for adults who have acquired try. Citizenship classes teach American their academic skills through life and history and government. work experiences. Learn more about this new program by attending the Shelton Intermediate School Orientation Session. 675 Constitution Blvd. North, Shelton Wednesday, 5:30PM - 7:30PM ORIENTATION SESSION Wednesday, September 11, October 9, REGISTRATION: November 13, December 11 & January 8 Wednesday, September 18 @ 5:30PM @ 5:30PM Classes begin on Wednesday, Adult Learning Center at the Richard O. September 18 @ 5:30PM Belden Cultural Center 54 Grove St., Shelton Register for the Orientation Session by calling 203.924.6651.

1. Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2016 2. Accounting Fundamentals 3. Speed Spanish 4. A to Z Grant Writing 5. Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2016 6. Introduction to SQL 7. Grammar Refresher 8. Project Management Fundamentals 9. Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach 10. Discover Sign Language 11. Introduction to Python 3 Programming 12. Accounting Fundamentals II 13. Introduction to QuickBooks Online 14. GRE Preparation - Part 1 (Verbal and Analytical) 15. Advanced Microsoft Excel 2016 16. Human Anatomy and COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE! Physiology 17. Explore a Career in Medical Our online courses are informative, Coding fun, convenient, and highly interactive. 18. Stocks, Bonds, and Investing: Oh, My! 19. Introduction to Interior We focus on creating warm, supportive communities for Design our learners. New course sessions begin monthly. 20. Writing Essentials 21. Effective Business Writing Visit our website to view start dates for the courses that interest you. 22. Computer Skills for the Workplace 23. Spanish for Medical Instructor-Facilitated 6-week Format Flexible Pace Professionals Affordable Student Friendly Effective 24. Administrative Assistant Fundamentals 25. Creating WordPress Websites Valley Regional Adult Education 26. Solving Classroom For more information or to enroll, visit Discipline Problems 27. Speed Spanish II www.ed2go.com/vrae 28. Real Estate Investing 29. GRE Preparation - Part 2 (Quantitative) 30. Project Management Professional (PMP) Prep

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FREE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS REGISTRATION PAGES 12-13 Shelton Schools Mentoring Program ABE/GED® Program • Adult High School Credit Diploma Citizenship • ESL • NEDP Changing the world, one child at a time REGISTRATION FORM Volunteering just one hour a week can make a world MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO “VRAE.” of difference in the life of a child. NAME:______No prior experience is needed, other than the desire ADDRESS:______to help a child who is going through a difficult time. CITY:______STATE:______ZIP:______Mentors and mentees come from all different walks of life, and come together to shoot hoops, PHONE:______read a story, or just share a laugh or two. The only EMAIL:______requirements are a good heart and the willingness to help. STUDENT COURSE # COURSE TITLE/BUS TRIP FEE

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Mail this form including check or money order if applicable to: Valley Regional Adult Education, Attn: Enrichment, 54 Grove St., Shelton, CT 06484. The returned check fee is $45.

VRAE ENRICHMENT REGISTRATION INFORMATION • Unless you are notified to the contrary, courses will run as scheduled. You will be notified only if a class is canceled. We do not confirm registrations.

• There is a $6 processing fee charged for each order. This processing fee will be refunded if a class is canceled.

• Classes are for adults only, unless specified.

• STORM DAY POLICY: When bad weather closes the regular public schools or there is an early dismissal ALL classes will be canceled.

• REFUND POLICY: Classes - if you cancel 1 week prior to the start of class you will receive a credit voucher for the class fee. Bus Trips - if you cancel 30 days prior to the trip you will receive a credit voucher for the fee. Credit vouchers can be used for any class/trip and can FREE PUBLIC ACCESS TV be shared with others.

PRODUCTION WORKSHOPS • No classes during school vacations, holidays, school parent/teacher Studio, Portable Equipment, Editing conferences or other special events. Your instructor will notify you Email [email protected] or call 475.777.5501 of any schedule changes. • For directions and more information, please visit: www.vrae.org.

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Fall Classes Serving Ansonia, Derby, Arts & Crafts ...... 6 Monroe, Seymour, and Shelton Bus Trips ...... 11 Career & Work ...... 8 Dance ...... 8 Digital Literacy ...... 7 Digital Photography ...... 7 Family ...... 10 Food & Nutrition ...... 10 Fitness ...... 3 Golf ...... 4 Home & Garden ...... 9 Inside Our Fall Catalog… Mind & Body ...... 4 Online Courses ...... 9, 14 World Languages ...... 5 5 Free Academic Programs (see page 12-13) Academic Programs 34 New Enrichment Classes (starting on page 3) ABE/GED® ...... 12-13 Adult High School Credit Diploma ..... 13 Awesome Bus Trips Citizenship ...... 13 7 (see page 11) English as a Second Language ...... 12-13 National External Diploma Program .... 13 50+ New Online Classes (see pages 9 & 14)