Helena School District Adult Learning Center
Adult Learning Center
815 Front Street
Helena, MT 59601
Phone: 406.324.2118
Fax: 406.324.2155
TDD: 406.324.2138
Email: adulted@helena.k12.mt.us
Administrator: Mr. Jake Gustin
Secretary: Terri Morris JoAnne Rapley
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Adult Learning Center is to provide for the literacy needs of adults in the community. Literacy is defined as the individual’s ability to apply reading, writing, and computational skills to a career and to everyday life. Furthermore, all staff are committed to recognizing individual needs, assisting each student in achieving his or her highest potential, and promoting the desire for lifelong learning.
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GED PROGRAM
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Qualifications:
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You must be 16 years of age or older and not currently enrolled in a high school.
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OTHER PROGRAMS
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Brush-up
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Brush-up is for students who already have a GED or high school diploma and would like to "brush-up" on basic skills in:
• Learn basic computer literacy.
• Improve language, writing, and math skill areas.
• Prepare for further training in Technical College or University.
• Earn a promotion in a current job.
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Basic Literacy
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Literacy is defined as the individual's ability to read, write and speak effectively. Our literacy program provides instruction for individuals who need assistance in these areas.
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Literacy Volunteers
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The Lewis and Clark Literacy Council provides FREE:
• One-on-one tutoring
• Tutor-training workshops and in-service sessions
• English as a Second Language instruction and materials
• Referrals to other educational and vocational programs
• Preparation for written Driver's License examination
• Preparation for US Citizenship tests
• Assistance to the Adult Learning Center
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English as a Second Language
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Our courses here provide assistance for those people whose second language is English. Instruction is provided in the areas of reading, vocabulary, writing, and basic grammar skills.
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