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Do You Know Someone Who Needs Their GED?

Do You Know Someone Who Needs Their GED?. Pike County Adult Education & Family Literacy. Call – 433-9245 Pike County Board of Education. Overcoming Mountains. One Step at a Time. Mission.

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Do You Know Someone Who Needs Their GED?

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  1. Do You Know Someone Who Needs Their GED? Pike County Adult Education & Family Literacy Call – 433-9245 Pike County Board of Education

  2. Overcoming Mountains One Step at a Time

  3. Mission • It is the mission of the Pike County Adult Education & Family Literacy Program to provide services that will improve an individual’s ability to read, write and speak English; compute; solve problems; and function effectively in the workplace, family and society. • These programs provide free, direct, comprehensive basic skills and family literacy services. • Family Literacy Programs are designed to break the intergenerational cycle of under-education by providing opportunities for parents and their children to learn together. Family literacy provides parents with basic academic and employability skills; emphasizes parenting and life skills; ensures that children are provided age-appropriate educational instruction; and ensures developmentally appropriate experiences that require interaction between parents and children

  4. Services Offered • GED Preparation • Remediation for entry into post secondary, workplace, or homework help for families • College financial counseling • COMPASS, ASVAB, Paraeducator and ACT test preparation • Basic Computer Skills • Completion of resumes and applications • Improving literacy skills • English as a Second Language

  5. Testing Dates • July 10, 2010 • August 7, 2010 • September 11, 2010 • October 2, 2010 • November 6, 2010 • December 4, 2010 *** A graduation ceremony / reception will take place during the month of December for those individuals passing the GED between July and December.

  6. 14 Most Asked Questions About the GED??? Pike County Adult Education & Family Literacy

  7. #1 How Much Does It Cost? Classes and materials are FREE!!! The actual GED testing fee is $55.00.

  8. #2 How Long Will It Take to Get My GED? It depends on: • What grade you completed • How long you have been out of school • Attendance in class • Homework dedication

  9. #3 When Is the Actual GED Test Given and What Do I Need To Bring? • The test is given the first Saturday of each month, beginning at 8:00 a.m. in the center room of the Pike County Board of Education. • A photo ID is required.

  10. #4 What Is on the GED Test? • Science – 50 multiple-choice questions • Social Studies – 50 multiple-choice questions • Reading – 40 multiple-choice questions • Math I & II – 40 multiple-choice questions and 10 fill in the blank • Writing – 50 multiple-choice questions and an essay

  11. #5 How Do I Know If I Pass the GED? • A successful applicant must achieve a minimum average standard score of 450 (2250 total points) for the combined five tests with no score on any one test less than 410. • High school equivalency diplomas are issued directly to examinees passing the tests. You will receive your certificate in the mail.

  12. #6 If I Don’t Pass the GED Test Do I Have to Take All Five Parts of the Test Over? • No, you only have to retake the part or parts of the test that you did not pass. Cost is $25.00 per part. • Sometimes, you may have to take more than one part of the test to help bring up your total score.

  13. #7 How Many Times Can I Take the GED Test? Three times within one year!

  14. #8 How Do I Sign up for the GED Test? • Come to an Adult Education center • Pass the Official Practice Test • The Adult Education Instructor will complete the KYAE-6 GED Testing Application form • Take the KYAE-6 form to the second floor of the Pike County Board of Education Administration Building in Pikeville, KY to pre-register and pay the $55 testing fee

  15. #9 Can I Get My GED Online? The GED Testing Service (GEDTS) has issued a warning about entities claiming to offer online GED testing. GED credentials can NOT be earned via the Internet or through correspondence programs.

  16. #10 How Do I Register to Attend GED Classes? • Come to an Adult Education Center • Interview – meet instructor & discuss needs/goals • Registration – fill out forms • Class Schedule – discuss days and hours for site • Locator/TABE test • Diagnostic profile • Student questions/answers • Post-secondary/financial aid

  17. #11 How Old Do I Have to Be to Take GED Classes? • 16 years of age • Officially withdrawn from school (student must present proof of withdrawal on school form or letterhead) • Have a Kentucky address • If you are under 19, an adult must be with you for registration and orientation.

  18. #12 How Often Do I Have to Attend Class – Depends of LocationOpen Enrollment Classroom Big Sandy Community and Technical College Shelby Valley High School • There is no set number of days or hours for students to attend. • But, the more days and hours you attend the faster you will reach your goal and be able to take the GED test!! • After 50 hours of skill development, you will take a post test of the TABE to see the progress you have made! • This 50 hours will consist of class time, homework hours, and computer instruction.

  19. How Often Do I Have to Attend Class – Depends of Location Managed Enrollment Classrooms Bevins Center, Elkhorn Elementary Center, and Phelps Vocational Center • 5/6 week sessions – 2 hour blocks in content area classes (reading, math, language, writing) • Open Lab – computer work and individual instruction • Friday – scheduled testing • After 50 hours of skill development, you will take a post test of the TABE to see the progress you have made! • This 50 hours will consist of class time, homework hours, and computer instruction.

  20. # 13 How do I find out what I need to learn? Take the TABE Locator Test – A very short test in reading, math and language Then take the TABE Full Battery Test – This 3 hour test also covers reading, math and language. Your instructor will review your scores to find out what you need to study in this class.

  21. # 14 Can I get into college with a GED? Yes! 98% of colleges and universities that require a high school diploma accept the GED credential GED graduates are also eligible for most federal financial aid programs provided they meet other criteria. Start thinking about your post GED education goals now!

  22. What about accommodations for people with special needs? • Special test editions including Braille, audiocassette, and large print are available. • Standard testing accommodations may include extended time, supervised breaks, use of a calculator, scribe, and a private room may also be granted. -- NOTE: If you have ever been diagnosed with a learning difficulty or ADD, feel free to share this information with your instructors so they may help you learn in your special way.

  23. Adult Education Centers in Pike County Pike County Adult Education & Family Literacy

  24. Pike County Adult Education Program Pike County Board Of Education • Judith Branham, Director – 606-433-9245 • Angie Ratliff, Clerk – 606-433-9231 Bevins Elementary School • Mark Meade, Instructor – 606-353-5563 Big Sandy Community & Technical College • Judy Owens, Instructor – 606-218-1218 • Melanie Dials, Instructional Assistant Elkhorn City Elementary School • Shawna Crum, Instructor – 606-754-4307 • Jessica Slone, Instructional Assistant Northpoint Adult Education Learning Center(located inside Northpoint Academy Building) • Diana Spence, Instructor – 606-432-6947 Mountain Crest Adult Education Learning Center(located beside Northpoint Academy Building) • Suzanne Thompson, Instructor – 606-432-1622 • Jennie Thompson, Instructor – 606-432-1622 Phelps Vocational Building • Violet Ogle, Instructor – 606-456-8334 Pike County Detention Center Shelby Valley High School • Donna Sue Johnson, Instructor– 606-639-0033

  25. Community Based Centers(Closed Enrollment) WestCare of Kentucky • Hal Rogers Rehabilitation Center • Pike County Detention Center Pike County Correctional Facility Smart Recovery Program

  26. For More Information…. Please Contact: Judith A. Branham Program Director (606) 433-9245 Judith.Branham@pike.kyschools.us

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