Continuing Education Fall 2018 Course Catalog
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TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 211 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION BLUE RIbbON SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE Continuing Education Fall 2018 Course Catalog James B. Conant • William Fremd • Hoffman Estates • Palatine • Schaumburg Message from the Superintendent An American author and philosopher once suggested, “Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn, and you will.” The start of each new school year invites all of us to learn something new, and we are again pleased to offer our Continuing Education program for people throughout the community to learn about a wide range of enjoyable topics in a comfortable environment. The mission of our Continuing Education program in Township High School District 211 Dr. Cates is to provide easy access to life-long learning that can continue to enrich one’s life. Our pro- grams offer a full range of interesting courses taught by encouraging and supportive instructors. The courses are offered in a number of different locations, commonly in our local high schools, and typically during evening hours to accommodate those who have other obligations during the common workday hours. What interest have you thought about pursuing but you have not yet actually taken the first step? Drawing upon local community members and life-long students in their own study, we offer courses in personal finance and the stock market. Maybe you have an interest in learning some kind of home improvement skill, such as woodworking or gardening? We offer courses in sewing, basket making, and knitting. How about something in the fine arts, like jewelry making, painting or photography? We also provide opportunities for people to learn Spanish or sign lan- guage. A number of dancing and fitness courses also have interested people. Our public schools can enrich the lives of everyone and contribute to the full enjoyment available within our won- derful communities. We are pleased to offer our Continuing Education program again this year, and we hope that you consider taking a few minutes to look through the catalog to see if we might help contribute towards your next enriching life experience. Daniel E. Cates Superintendent Mission Statement “Township High School District 211 serves the educational needs of the community inspiring all students to successfully contribute to the world.” Continuing Education Administrators Daniel E. Cates, Superintendent Jerry Treviño, Director of Summer School and Community Outreach Continuing Education Building Administrators Palatine High School Amy Friel Fremd High School MaryAnn Dolezal Conant High School Joyce Kordas Board of Education Mucia Burke, President Will Hinshaw, Vice President Anna Klimkowicz, Secretary Peter Dombrowski Robert LeFevre, Jr. Steven Rosenblum Edward Yung Contents 2018 Calendar ........................................................................................2 Frequently Asked Questions ....................................................................3 General Information ................................................................................5 Map and School Codes ...........................................................................6 Registration Instructions .........................................................................7 Gold Cards for Seniors ............................................................................7 High School Equivalency Certificate .......................................................9 High School Equivalency Prep Class .....................................................10 Citizenship Test .....................................................................................10 Alternative High School ........................................................................12 Reading for Adults ................................................................................13 Public Libraries ......................................................................................14 English Language Learners ...................................................................15 College & Career Ready 101! (Formerly S.T.E.P.) ...................................16 Arts and Crafts ......................................................................................17 Business and Finance ............................................................................20 Real Estate ............................................................................................22 Fashion..................................................................................................22 Home and Garden .................................................................................22 Languages .............................................................................................24 Music and Dance ..................................................................................26 Personal Enrichment/Development .......................................................26 Recreation and Fitness ..........................................................................27 Student Artwork Jenna Winters is senior at Palatine High School and currently enrolled in Advanced Placement Art Studio. She took Photography 1 and 2 junior year and the class “helped her find her passion.” In her free time, Jenna plays guitar. Continuing Education 2018 Fall Calendar Monday, September 3 Labor Day All Buildings Closed Tuesday, September 4 Financial Aid Night Palatine High School No Classes Thursday, September 27 1st Generation College Night Palatine High School No Classes Monday, October 8 Columbus Day All Buildings Closed Wednesday, October 10 College Night Palatine High School ONLY Wednesday, October 24 Halloween Party Fremd High School No Classes Thursday, October 25 Halloween Party Palatine High School No Classes Saturday, November 3 Debate Tournament Fremd High School No Classes Saturday, November 10 Speech Tournament Fremd High School No Classes Tuesday, November 13 Fall Sports Awards Fremd High School No Classes Saturday, November 17 Dance Competition Fremd High School No Classes Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, November 21, 22 and 23 Thanksgiving All Buildings closed Saturday, December 8 Craft Show Fremd High School No Classes Tuesday, December 11 Freshmen Parent Night Palatine High School No Classes Wednesday, December 12 Freshmen Parent Night Fremd High School No Classes Friday, December 21 Winter Break Begins at Close of School Changes/Discrepancies in Catalog It is sometimes necessary to make changes in the location, times or dates of courses. On occasion, errors may occur in the catalog. We will make every effort to advise registered students of the changes. We appreciate your patience and understanding in such matters. 2 FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) Welcome to District 211’s Continuing Education Program. Our goal is to provide you with a learning environment that offers quality instruction in a relaxed, student friendly atmosphere. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact the Continuing Education Office at (847) 755-6820. Where are classes held? All of our classes are held on-site at one of our five high schools. Classes are offered on specific days at each building. Classes do not meet on Fridays. What are the eligibility requirements to register for a continuing education class? Registrants must be 18 years of age or older on the first day of class and may register online, by fax, by mail, by phone, or in person. Are “Senior Citizen Discounts” applicable to any of the classes? Senior citizens may apply for a Gold Card in order to register for many classes at a substantial discount. Please refer to the Registration Instructions in the catalog under the “Gold Cards” heading for further information. Is the Continuing Education Catalog on the Web? Yes, the Continuing Education catalog is located on the District 211 website at adc.d211.org. Check the website for updated or new class information. Are non-District 211 residents allowed to take Continuing Education classes? Yes, out-of-district residents are welcome and must pay the listed tuition. Will I receive confirmation of enrollment? No, only if registration takes place in-person. Once I register, how do I know where to go for my class? Students should report to the assigned building and room number as printed in the course catalog. Additional information/directions may be obtained from the Building Supervisor in the Main Office beginning at 6:00 p.m. Enter the building through the main door – Door #1. How do I know if there has been a change in a room number? Occasionally, room changes are made after the catalog has gone to print. Changes are usually posted near the Main Office or may be accessed online at https://adc.d211.org/domain/4659. Room verifications also may be obtained from the Building Supervisor in the main office. (Continued) 3 If I have registered for a class and find that I cannot attend my class, can I receive a refund? Yes, per the refund policy as outlined in the course catalog. Do you pro-rate tuition if a student is unable to make all the classes? No. We do not pro-rate tuition for any of our classes. May I sign up late for a class? Yes, however, full tuition fees will apply. Can I transfer to another class? When class size permits, participants may request a transfer from one course to another. The tuition difference (if applicable) will be charged. Can I make up classes that are missed? Yes, depending on the class. Please contact the instructor of your class. Are classes made up due to weather/emergency