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Smithtown Central School District
ADULT EDUCATION
SPRING 2015
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
SPRING 2015 CONTINUING Abraham Lincoln once said:
EDUCATION CALENDAR * “Most people are about as happy as they make up
their minds to be.”
FEBRUARY
Knowing that, ask yourself: How happy am I? On a
M T W TH F daily basis, do I wish for happiness, depend upon
23 24 25 26 27 others for it, or play an active role in creating it?
“Get Real” with this quick assessment; then spring
MARCH
outside, enjoy the sunshine, take advantage of the
2 3 4 5 6 many opportunities before you, and find the joy in
9 10 11 12 13 everyday life!
16 17 18 19 20 Enjoy Life!
23 24 25 26 27 Pat Russo
30 31 Patricia Russo, Director
Adult Education
APRIL
1 2 3 Visit our website @
6 7 8 9 10 www.smithtown.k12.ny.us [On left, go to District;
Departments; then Adult Education]
13 14 15 16 17
LOCATIONS
20 21 22 23 24
NEW YORK AVE. ANNEX (NYA)
27 28 29 30 Joseph M. Barton District Bldg.
26 New York Ave.
Smithtown, NY 11787-3435
MAY SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL EAST (HSE)
10 School St.
1 St. James, NY 11780-1800
SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL WEST (HSW)
100 Central Rd.
4 5 6 7 8 Smithtown, NY 11787-1696
11 12 13 14 15 GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL (GHMS)
150 Southern Blvd.
Nesconset, NY 11767-1700
18 19 20 21 22
NESAQUAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL (NMS)
479 Edgewood Ave.
25 26 27 28 29 St. James, NY 11780-1648
MILLS POND ELEMENTARY (MPE)
246 Moriches Rd.
JUNE St. James, NY 11780-2158
MT. PLEASANT ELEMENTARY (MTP)
1 2 3 4 5 33 Plaisted Ave.
Smithtown, NY 11787-4786
NO CLASSES HELD AT ALL LOCATIONS SMITHTOWN ELEMENTARY (SE)
51 Lawrence Ave.
Smithtown, NY 11787-3625
* See pages 16 & 17 for Adult Basic Education. ST. JAMES ELEMENTARY (SJE)
580 Lake Ave.
St. James, NY 11780-1999
Check the school district website @
www.smithtown.k12.ny.us or listen to WALK, WBAB, TACKAN ELEMENTARY (TE)
WBLI, and TV Channel 12 for emergency closings. 99 Midwood Ave.
Nesconset, NY 11767-2099
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ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION (ACE)
READ THIS FOR REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
1. Complete a separate registration form per person for each selection (class or
trip). Signature, date, phone number and e-mail address must be included.
See page 19 for forms. Additional forms may be downloaded from the website.
2. Enclose a separate check and/or money order (for each class and/or trip)
made payable to “Smithtown Central School District” or
“SCSD.”
Fees are noted with each listing.
3. Mail all registrations to:
Smithtown Adult Continuing Education
PO Box 906
Smithtown, NY 11787-0906
REMINDERS
Mail-in registrations only.
Register early as classes fill quickly.
Registrants must be 18 or older and out of high school.
The Continuing Education Program does not mail confirmations. Unless
contacted, assume you have been enrolled and attend the first session.
Checks take 6-8 weeks to be processed. No cash payments.
Returned checks incur a $17 service charge.
No refunds. Please plan carefully.
Senior Citizen fee requires proof of age (60+). Enclose a copy of driver’s
license or Gold Card.
Only registered students may attend class. No guests, observers, or
children.
Please do not arrive to class more than 15 minutes prior to start time.
SCSD is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free environment.
Out-of-District Fee applies to those not residing within the Smithtown
Central School District (SCSD). If over age 60, Senior Citizen fee applies.
SACE reserves the right to cancel/change/substitute courses, events,
teachers, locations, etc., due to unforeseen circumstances.
Participation in any class, activity, or trip is at your own risk. Please
consult your physician prior to registration.
Any Questions? CALL ACE @ 631.382.2090
Watch for updates and class photos on our website @
www.smithtown.k12.ny.us
[On left, go to District; Departments; then Adult Education]
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COMPUTERS AND DIGITAL MEDIA Page #
Digital Cameras Made Easy……………...….….. 13
Intro to Computers for Beginners…………….…. 8
Introduction to Excel……………………..………. 10
Introductory Course in MS Word & Excel….....10
Microsoft Word 2010………..……………….……. 9
Page # CREATIVE & FINE ARTS
Afternoon Yoga TH (New)…………....….…………. 6 Basic Drawing (New) …………………………….. 13
All-in-One W ………………………..……...…..….…..…. 6 Colored Pencil ………………………………..….… 12
Adult Basic Education/TASC™ Prep…...….. 16-17 Oil Painting ………………………………….…..…. 11
Citizenship Preparation……...………….........16-17 Portrait Drawing ……...…………………………… 11
Crochet/Knitting ……………………………..……… 6 Quick Quilting (Evening)…………………..…….. 11
Drawing: If You Can Write, You Can Draw……… 6 Stained Glass (W or TH)………………….. 13 & 14
Fitness for Seniors - Co-Ed (M or W) .…….…….. 5 Watercolors ………………………………..……….... 9
Intro to Painting with Watercolors ………….….... 6
Literacy and Workplace Skills………..………...…. 7 ENRICHING & INFORMATIVE
Lunchtime Light Yoga Stretch …………………..… 6 Adult Basic Education (ABE)……………..… 16-17
Notary Public Training Course……………....….… 7 An Introduction to I-Ching (New) ………………. 12
Quick Quilting ………………………………..…….… 7 Breaking the Sugar Cycle …………..….….……… 8
Tai Chi Chuan/I-Liq Chuan Spinning Hands….. 7 Citizenship Preparation ..………………...…. 16-17
Yoga: Healthy Breath & Movement (T or F)…..... 5 Conversational Spanish (New)…………………… 13
Zumba Fitness M ………...…………..…………….. 7 Eating for Energy ……..………………..……….….. 8
Zumba Gold (M or W or F)…………………...…… 5 Effective College Planning Secrets ………..…... 13
English as a Second Language (ESL).…….. 16-17
High School Equivalency TASC™ Prep ………..16-17
DANCE, SPORTS & EXERCISE Page # Italian-La Dolce Vita...…………………...……….. 10
Basketball M .…………………………………....….. 8 Mah Jongg for Beginners TH ………………..….. 14
Basketball T……………………………………...….. 10 Mah Jongg Refresher W (New) ………………….. 13
Basketball W……………………………...…..….…. 12 Notary Public Training Course (Evening)……… . 9
Basketball for Women ...……..………….…....….. 10 Notary Signing Agent Course (Evening)…...….. 11
Beginning Yoga @ TE …………………...…..….…. 12 Social Security Planning….………………………. 14
Beginning Yoga @ SJE……………...….…...…..…. 8 Spanish for Beginners ………………….. .………. 11
Country Line Dancing (New Location) ...….….. 10 Spanish Level 2 …………………………………….. 14
Gentle Yoga …………………………………….….... 14 Spring “Reboot” Program .……………...…..…...... 9
Introduction to Line Dancing …………………..….. 8 BOATING/PERSONAL WATERCRAFT SAFETY
Irish Set & Ceili Dance (New) …..………………… 10 Class meets: Thursdays, Apr. 16 & 23 ..…....... 15
Latin & Ballroom Dancing - Beginner M (New).... 9
Latin & Ballroom Dancing - Beginner T (New)... 10 DEFENSIVE DRIVING
Volleyball--Co-Ed Advanced ……………….……… 12 Sec. 1 meets: Wednesdays, March 4 & 11 ..… 15
Volleyball--Co-Ed Beginner/Intermediate ……… 15 Sec. 2 meets: Tuesdays, April 21 & 28 …...….. 15
Yoga: Breath, Form and Flow ..………………..... 15 Sec. 3 meets: Mondays, May 4 & 11 ………..... 15
Zumba Fitness TH.……..……………………....….. 15
Zumba `Six' …....……………..…………….……….. 9
Zumba `Ten' ……………………………..…………… 12
Zumba Toning ……………..…………..…………… 13
“Determine to live life with
flair and laughter.”
Maya Angelou
SEE LISTINGS ON PAGE 18
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DAYTIME CLASSES HELD @ NYA ANNEX
ZUMBA GOLD YOGA: HEALTHY BREATH & MOVEMENT
Ida Ferraro NYA Multipurpose Room Emily Tow NYA Multipurpose Room
Zumba is a feel-good workout for the body and mind! Designed for seniors, this program emphasizes breath
The Gold workout is specifically designed for the awareness and mindful movements done on a chair or
older active adult. Latin inspired, this dance fitness mat. Yoga practice helps to sharpen the mind, build
class incorporates international music to create a strength, and develop flexibility. Deep relaxation at the
dynamic party-like atmosphere! A combination of fast end of every class helps to culminate in a sense of well-
and slow rhythms helps to tone and sculpt the body. being. No experience necessary. Please bring a sticky
It is fun, easy, and effective. Let’s Zumba! Wear yoga mat and blankets or towels.
comfortable clothing and athletic sneakers. Bring Class starts: Tuesday, February 24
water to stay hydrated. It’s not too late to join the 7 Sessions FEE: $45
party! 1:30–3:00 PM Seniors Only
Class starts: Monday, March 2
10 Sessions Class starts: Friday, February 27
11:30 AM–12:30 PM FEE: $70 6 Sessions FEE: $42
9:30 -11:00 AM Seniors Only
Class starts: Wednesday, March 4
10 Sessions Sign up for 1 or 2 days a week. Please indicate your
1:00-2:00 PM FEE: $70 choice of day(s); include a separate check for each.
Class starts: Friday, March 6
10 Sessions MEDICAL ADVISEMENT: We advise
11:45 AM–12:45 PM FEE: $70 that you consult your physician before
undertaking any program involving
Sign up for 1, 2, or 3 days a week. Please indicate your strenuous physical activity.
choice of day(s) (Mon., Wed. or Fri.) on the registration Participation in any class and/or
form. Please include a separate $70 check for each. activity is at your own risk.
FITNESS FOR SENIORS — CO-ED
Cathy Lowd NYA Multipurpose Room
Seniors 60 or older, this class is for you! Sessions
include gentle stretching, strengthening, and fitness
exercises as well as some light weight use. Those
suffering with arthritis can progress at a moderate rate
in a seated position.
Class starts Monday, March 2
10 Sessions (Limit: 30)
10:15 -11:15 AM FEE: $60
and/or Seniors Only
Wednesday, March 4
10 Sessions (Limit: 30)
11:30 AM–12:30 PM FEE: $60
Seniors Only
Stained Glass @ NYA Sign up for one or both days!
Please send separate check and form for each day.
SACE reserves the right to cancel/change/substitute
courses, events, teachers, locations, etc., due to
unforeseen circumstances.
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DRAWING
If You Can Write, You Can Draw!
AFTERNOON YOGA
Chris Ann Ambery NYA Multipurpose Room
Shirley Cravotta NYA Multipurpose Room
Revitalize body, mind and spirit. Yoga combines This daytime beginner-to-intermediate-level class is for
gentle stretches with deep breathing and relaxation all who want to learn to draw and/or sharpen their
techniques to naturally soothe away the stresses of skills. Participants will experiment with different
daily life. Come experience renewed well-being and materials such as ink, charcoal, and pastel. Various
inner peace. All are welcome. Please bring a yoga line drawing techniques, shading, use of positive and
sticky mat. negative space, composition of a picture, portrait
Class starts: Thursday, March 5 drawing and color theory will be covered in a relaxed
FEE: Res. $41 atmosphere. Have fun and follow your imagination.
8 Sessions Out of Dist. $47 Turn your doodles into drawings!
4:00 PM-5:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $34 Materials needed first class: 18" x 24" newsprint pad,
black felt tip pen, vine charcoal, and a kneaded eraser.
Class starts: Thursday, April 16
7 Sessions FEE: Res. $45
(Limit: 12) Out of Dist. $52
9:00-10:30 AM Senior Citizen Fee: $37
ALL–IN-ONE
Cathy Lowd NYA Multipurpose Room
Can’t find enough time for cardio AND strength
training? Get it in an all-in-one class, combining INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING
intervals of cardio with intervals of body sculpting. WITH WATERCOLORS
This is a dynamic class involving muscle groups of Chris Ann Ambery NYA Multipurpose Room
both upper and lower body. The use of light weights Want to add color to your life? This beginner through
enhances bone density and muscular strength. This intermediate-level class will explore different types of
easy-to-follow combo class is designed to bring your watercolor papers, brushes, and paints, as well as
heart rate up and give you the muscle definition you’ve various painting techniques: how to stretch watercolor
always wanted. No choreography. Please bring hand paper; different types of watercolor papers and when to
weights and water bottle to each session. use them; techniques such as washes, runs, lifting off
Class starts: Wednesday, March 4 and masking; and creating textures using brushes and
10 Sessions other household materials.
(Limit: 30) Class starts: Thursday, February 26
10:15-11:15 AM FEE: $60 6 Sessions FEE: Res. $42
(Limit: 12) Out of Dist. $50
9:00-10:30 AM Senior Citizen: $35
CROCHET/KNITTING
Beginning & Intermediate
Helene Ressa NYA Multipurpose Room
Learn to read instructions and have ample time to LUNCHTIME LIGHT YOGA STRETCH
complete a project. Those skilled in the basic stitches Nancy Seger NYA Multipurpose Room
will learn more intricate patterns as well as how to give Restore. Renew and re-energize. Allow yourself the time
their work a more professional look. Materials: either to balance mind and body. Join us for an hour of light
one pair of knitting needles (size 8) or a large crochet stretching, gentle yoga postures, and calming
hook, size letter I; one skein of worsted weight knitting breathing techniques. Wear loose-fitting clothing. Bring
yarn, light color; scissors; tape measure; tapestry two blankets and a yoga sticky mat. Block and belt are
needle #13. optional.
Class starts: Monday, March 2 Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
10 Sessions FEE: Res. $65 10 Sessions FEE: Res. $45
(Limit: 25) Out of Dist. $73 12:00-1:00 PM Out of Dist. $53
1:00-3:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $53 6 Senior Citizen Fee: $39
NOTARY PUBLIC TRAINING COURSE
TAI CHI CHUAN AND
Notary Public Central NYA Multipurpose Room
I-LIQ CHUAN SPINNING HANDS
Stand out among the competition! Add a new
Charles Barrett NYA Multipurpose Room
certification to your résumé; become an asset to your
Take an hour to do something good for your mind,
company while enhancing your credentials! All
body, and soul with the calming and relaxed
companies need to have documents notarized. The
movements of Tai Chi. Ideal for any age and any busy
objective of the Notary Public Training Course is
schedule, using this martial art practice can help to
to educate individuals with legal terminology and
reduce blood pressure and may also promote strength,
concepts and clauses contained in the framework of the
stamina, flexibility and coordination. No prior training
NYS Notary booklet. Price includes: supplemental study
required. Please wear loose-fitting clothing and
guide, Notary Fact Sheet, practical exam, National
sneakers or comfortable shoes.
NotaryOrganization pamphlets and brochures, sample
Class starts: Thursday, March 5
forms, notary public application, NYS exam schedule
8 Sessions FEE: Res. $41
and booklet, and a one-year free subscription to
11:30 AM-12:30 PM Out of Dist. $47
NotaryPublicCentral.com which includes legal updates
Senior Citizen Fee: $34
as well as question-and-answer support. Students
are required to bring pen and/or highlighter.
Commissioned notaries are welcome. ZUMBA FITNESS
Seminar meets: Friday, April 17 Ida Ferraro NYA Multipurpose Room
12:30-3:30 PM FEE: $85 It’s not too late to “Join The Party.” This amazing
(Minimum 6) workout helps to burn up to 1,000 calories in a class.
The best part: Zumba is is for everyone—any age or
fitness level. The moves are fun and easy to follow; all
go at their own pace. Zumba is truly a workout for the
body and mind. Get into your best shape ever! “Lose
it” on the dance floor!
Class starts: Monday, March 2
10 Sessions
4:30-5:30 PM FEE: $110
QUICK QUILTING
Madelyne Kiernan NYA Multipurpose Room
Come to our “Block” Party! Make just one block, a
quilt, or another project. Whether you are an
experienced quilter looking for the latest quilting
techniques or a novice, this class offers exciting
projects for all! Bring your own project or join us in a
new class project. This one promises to be a good
opportunity to use your stash or to play with a layer
cake or jelly roll. Numerous beginning, intermediate,
and challenging quilts are just waiting for you!
Beginners will need: a rotary cutter, 18" x 24" cutting
mat, a 6" x 24" Omnigrid ruler, a 6" x 6" Square
Omnigrid ruler (yellow), and ¼ yard of scrap fabric. If
you plan to sew in class, bring your sewing machine. Quick Quilting @ NYA
Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
9 Sessions FEE: Res. $65
(Limit: 15)
9:30-11:30 AM
Out of Dist. $73
Senior Citizen Fee: $53
ONGOING
LITERACY AND WORKPLACE SKILLS
Are you in need of basic skills to further
MEDICAL ADVISEMENT: We advise employment or educational pursuits? Enhance
that you consult your physician writing skills, learn computer basics, connect with
before undertaking any program in- job opportunities for a better future.
volving strenuous physical activity. See Pages 16 & 17.
Participation in any class and/or Adult Basic Education
activity is at your own risk.
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EATING FOR ENERGY
MONDAY Jennifer Kelly, CHC, AADP HSE Room 107
If you find it difficult to get up in the morning or to
stay energized throughout the day; if you rely on
caffeine, sports drinks, sugar or snacks for energy
boosts; if lack of energy, whether early in the morning,
at the midday slump, or even late at night, is a part of
your everyday life, then join us for this informational
class that could change the way you look at food.
Topics to be discussed include strategies for healthy
living, top food categories for increased energy, energy-
depleting foods, concrete tips for eliminating the
midday slump, and how to reduce cravings.
Seminar meets: Monday, March 30
7:00-8:00 PM
BASKETBALL
FEE: Res. $21
Brian Bertothy GHMS New Gym
Out of Dist. $28
Stay in shape, have a night out, forget your job and
Senior Citizen Fee: $20
reduce stress. Have fun playing basketball. Full court
games will be set up. Bring either a reversible shirt or
one white and one dark shirt for team play. Please
check with your doctor to confirm the appropriateness
of full court basketball as part of your exercise routine.
Class starts: Monday, March 2
10 Sessions FEE: Res. $65
(Limit: 24) Out of Dist. $73
7:30-9:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $53
INTRO TO COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS
Laura Dennis HSE Room 124
BEGINNING YOGA @ SJE Don’t be afraid! Very basic, slow-paced, and hands-on
Christine Graf SJE Old Gym describe this class for those with little or no computer
Based on the practice of asana poses taught in the experience. Mouse control, selecting text, word wrap,
Hatha tradition, this class uses basic poses as the and computer terminology will be addressed. Using MS
foundation for awareness of body alignment, natural Word, learn how to create, save, and print documents;
movement principles, and breathing. Greater strength, draw lines and shapes; and insert Clip Art, Word Art,
flexibility, energy, balance, and concentration are just pictures, and borders. Learn how to search on the
some of the benefits gained in this progressive practice. Internet and get an overview of e-mail.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows free movement. Class starts: Monday, March 2
Bring a yoga sticky mat, two firm blankets, two foam 10 Sessions FEE: Res. $61
yoga blocks and a yoga belt. (Limit: 15) Out of Dist. $68
Class starts: Monday, February 23 5:30-7:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $53
11 Sessions FEE: Res. $59
(Limit: 30) Out of Dist. $67
7:00-8:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $53
BREAKING THE SUGAR CYCLE
Jennifer Kelly, CHC, AADP HSE Room 107
If you find yourself reaching for energy from an
unnatural sugar source on a regular basis, your body
is speaking to you! The omnipresent sweetener is INTRODUCTION TO LINE DANCING
draining the energy and resources from the bodies of Karen Anderson TE Cafeteria
countless Americans each day. Don’t wait until the Try a fun way to exercise your mind and body! For
craving for sweets develops into a real health concern those with little or no dance experience. Learn the
before you decide to break the cycle. Join us for a basic steps of line dancing. Simple beginner dances will
class that will change the way you view sugar forever. be taught. Dress in layers. Leather-soled shoes are
Seminar meets: Monday, March 23 best. Bring water. No partner needed.
7:00-8:00 PM FEE: Res. $21 Class starts: Monday, April 13
Out of Dist. $28 6 Sessions FEE: Res. $35
Senior Citizen Fee: $20 6:30-7:30 PM Out of Dist. $42
Senior Citizen Fee: $31
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SPRING “REBOOT” PROGRAM
Jennifer Kelly, CHC, AADP HSE Room 107
Are you experiencing low energy, chronic pain,
inflammation, excess weight, or irritability? Trying to
cope with unhealthy snacks or food choices? Turned off
LATIN & BALLROOM DANCING – Beginner by extreme or unhealthy quick-fixes? Your stressed out
Bridget Chetuck & Christy Cuevas body just might be looking for a place to start. Join us
NYA Multipurpose Room for a 14-day transition to healthier eating, cooking,
Learn basic merengue, rumba, cha-cha, foxtrot, swing, shopping and living. This two-week program is NOT a
waltz and salsa. Since this is a partner-oriented activity, quick-fix, purge-your-insides drastic type of program.
please try to register with a partner. Each participant Instead, participants can look forward to discovering
must complete and sign a separate registration form. which foods are meant for cleansing; which are causing
Class starts: Monday, March 2 an accumulation of toxins and inflammation; and how
8 Sessions FEE: $80/couple to adjust food shopping, preparation, and eating in the
7:00-9:00 PM $40/single simplest, most natural way possible. Of course, the
information provided in these workshops is for
informational purposes only and is not intended to
be a substitute for advice from a physician or other
health care professional.
Two 2-hour classes meet: Mondays, March 9 & 16
MICROSOFT WORD 2010
7:00-9:00 PM FEE: Res. $30
Laura Dennis HSE Room 124
Expand your knowledge of MS Word. Learn to format Out of Dist. $37
documents, set tabs, change defaults, print and save Senior Citizen Fee: $26
documents, envelopes/labels, AutoCorrect, labels with
symbols/pictures, page numbering, AutoText, borders
and shading, tables, sorting, spell check, find/replace/
go to features, columns, textboxes, headers and
footers, Format Painter, highlighter pen, watermarks, WATERCOLORS
WordArt, bullets and numbering, drawing, shortcuts, Jeannine Savin HSE Room 169
footnotes/endnotes, mail merge, and insert pictures. Explore the world of watercolors! Learn the basic
Students must have basic computer and mouse techniques of wash, wet on wet, and stippling---all
skills. needed to apply the paint to paper as we try our hand
Class starts: Monday, March 2 at fruits and vegetables, landscapes, seascapes,
10 Sessions FEE: Res. $70 animals, birds and flowers. Students must have some
(Limit: 15) Out of Dist. $78 drawing ability.
7:00-9:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $58 Materials needed for the first night: an 8" x 10" or
larger watercolor pad, three brushes (one round, one
flat head, and one fine point thin brush), a #2
NOTARY PUBLIC TRAINING COURSE pencil, white eraser, and a set of watercolors (tubes
Notary Public Central HSE Room 172 recommended).
Stand out among the competition! Add a new
Class starts: Monday, March 2
certification to your résumé; become an asset to your
company while enhancing your credentials! All 9 Sessions FEE: Res. $61
companies need to have documents notarized. The (Limit: 20) Out of Dist. $68
objective of the Notary Public Training Course is to 7:00-9:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $50
educate individuals with legal terminology and
concepts and clauses contained in the framework of ZUMBA ‘SIX’
the NYS Notary booklet. Price includes: supplemental Bobbi Ann DePierro MPE Cafeteria
study guide, Notary Fact Sheet, practical exam, Zumba is a fusion of Latin International music. This
National Notary Organization pamphlets and high energy cardio, aerobic dance class melds Hindu,
brochures, sample forms, notary public application, Arabic, American, African and Latin Beats with salsa,
NYS exam schedule and booklet, one-year free meringue, cha-cha-cha, samba, hip-hop and belly
subscription to NotaryPublicCentral.com which dancing among other international favorites. Zumba is
includes legal updates as well as question-and-answer a workout that leaves participants craving more.
support. Students are required to bring pen and/or Zumba pushes the heart rate to its optimum
highlighter. Commissioned notaries are welcome. calorie-burning zone and it brings it back down again
Seminar meets: Monday, March 16 for a sustained level of performance that burns 500
7:00–10:00 PM FEE: $85
calories or more in a one-hour class.
(Minimum 6)
Sec.1: Mondays, Feb. 23, Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Sec.2: Mondays, Apr. 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18
MEDICAL ADVISEMENT: We advise that you consult
your physician before undertaking any program involv- 6:30-7:30 PM FEE: $66 Sect. 1
ing strenuous physical activity. Participation in any $66 Sect. 2
Indicate preferred section on registration.
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INTRODUCTORY COURSE IN
TUESDAY MS WORD & EXCEL
Lorraine Campbell HSE Library Computer Lab
Already comfortable in front of a computer and
eager to learn more? Using Microsoft Word, learn how
BASKETBALL to create documents, insert clip art, add word art and
Brian Bertothy HSE Old Gym much more! Create spreadsheets and graphs using
Stay in shape, have a night out, forget your job, reduce Microsoft Excel! Computer experience recommended.
stress. Have fun playing basketball! Full court games Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
will be set up. Bring a reversible shirt or one white and 9 Sessions FEE: Res. $66
one dark shirt for team play. Please check with your (Limit: 14) Out of Dist. $73
doctor to confirm the appropriateness of full court 5:30-7:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $55
basketball as part of your exercise routine.
Class starts: Tuesday, February 24
7 Sessions FEE: Res. $52
(Limit: 30) Out of Dist. $59
8:00-10:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $42
BASKETBALL FOR WOMEN
Suzanne Burton SE Red Gym
Ladies, put your “to do” list on hold. Register with a IRISH SET AND CEILI DANCE
friend or by yourself and join a friendly game of pickup Grace Harold SJE Cafeteria
basketball. This program is designed for intermediate You need not be Irish to love this basic traditional Irish
levels, with exercise, fun, and enjoyment being the set class! This class encompasses more of a social
primary focus! Full court games will be set up. Please dance style, not the “Michael Flatley” Irish Step. In
check with your doctor to confirm the appropriateness recent years there has been a revival of this fun-loving
of full court basketball as part of your exercise routine. form of dance. Exercise your body and mind while
Class starts: Tuesday, March 3 making new friends. Wear cool clothing, comfortable
10 Sessions FEE: Res. $65 shoes (preferably leather-soled) and bring water.
(Limit: 30) Out of Dist. $73 Couples/singles welcome. Partners not necessary.
8:00-10:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $53 Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
8 Sessions FEE: Res. $56
7:30-9:30 PM Out of Dist. $64
Senior Citizen Fee: $46
COUNTRY LINE DANCING
Karen Anderson NMS Small Gym
Continue learning line-dancing steps. For those with
some dance experience who know basic steps (such as ITALIAN-LA DOLCE VITA
grapevine, jazz box, triple step) and wish to learn old Grace Pergolizzi HSE Faculty Lounge
classics along with fun new dances, beginner and Learn how to communicate in this romantic language.
Intermediate dances will be taught. Come out for Share in a cultural experience with other romantics and
some fun exercise and to make new friends. Dress in travelers to Italy. Some knowledge of the language is
comfortable layers. Leather-soled shoes recommended. recommended, but not necessary.
Partners not needed. Not a beginner class! Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
Class starts: Tuesday, April 14 9 Sessions FEE: Res. $61
6 Sessions FEE: Res. $42 Out of Dist. $68
Out of Dist. $50 7:30-9:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $50
7:00-8:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $35
INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL
Lorraine Campbell HSE Library Computer Lab
Using Microsoft Excel, learn all the basics of how to
LATIN & BALLROOM DANCING – Beginner
create spreadsheets and graphs! Learn to enter, format
Bridget Chetuck NMS Cafeteria
and sort data and create formulas. Class discussion
Learn basic merengue, rumba, cha-cha, foxtrot, swing,
will be easy to follow and customized to the needs of the
waltz and salsa. Since this is a partner-oriented
class. Some previous computer experience is
activity, please try to register with a partner. Each
recommended.
participant must complete and sign a separate
Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
registration form.
9 Sessions FEE: Res. $57
Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
(Limit: 14) Out of Dist. $64
8 Sessions FEE: $80/couple
7:30-9:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $48
7:00-9:00 PM $40/single
10NOTARY SIGNING AGENT COURSE
Notary Public Central HSE Room 172
Discover a rewarding career as a notary signing agent
in the lending industry! Learn the essential skills
needed to properly perform loan document signings.
Topics covered include: the lending process, loan types,
document identification, signing agent process,
execution of documents, expectations and
responsibilities of the signing agent, lender lingo,
industry trends, and finding work with signing Portrait Drawing @ HSE
companies (provided for possible leads). Course QUICK QUILTING
includes a full-year placement on NPC’s website Madelyne Kiernan NYA Multipurpose Room
Signing Agent section in addition to a full take-home Come to our “Block” Party! Make just one block, a
packet. quilt, or another project. Whether you are an
Pre-requisite: Students must be commissioned New experienced quilter looking for the latest quilting
York State Notary Publics or must have attended techniques or a novice, this class offers exciting
and completed a Notary Public Training Course projects for all! Bring your own project or join us in a
prior to taking this course. new class project. This one promises to be a good
Seminar meets: Tuesday, March 24 opportunity to use your stash or to play with a layer
7:00-9:00 PM FEE: $80 cake or jelly roll. Numerous beginning, intermediate,
(Minimum 6) and challenging quilts are just waiting for you!
Beginners will need: a rotary cutter, 18" x 24" cutting
mat, a 6" x 24" Omni grid ruler, a 6" x 6" Square Omni
OIL PAINTING grid ruler (yellow), and ¼ yard of scrap fabric. If you
Carol Walsh HSE Room 160 plan to sew in class, bring your sewing machine.
A basic course in painting techniques in an artist Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
studio atmosphere. On the first night, please bring 9 Sessions FEE: Res. $65
an assortment of pictures and/or photos as (Limit: 15) Out of Dist. $73
possible painting subjects. Beginners should select 7:00-9:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $53
uncomplicated designs: landscapes, seascapes and
still life. Basic equipment for first night: 14”x17” SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS
drawing pad (no newsprint); a 16”x20” stretched Lupita Gaughran HSE Room 107
canvas (not canvas board); two #2 pencils sharpened Learning a new language? What about Spanish? Come
and an eraser. If you have oil paints and supplies, join us and be part of this interactive class. Don’t wait
please bring to the first class. Additional supplies will another day! Start the process of speaking, reading,
be discussed at that class. All alumni are welcome. and writing Spanish now.
Class starts: Tuesday, March 3 Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
9 Sessions FEE: Res. $74 FEE: Res. $55
(Limit: 9) Out of Dist. $82 9 Sessions Out of Dist. $62
7:00-9:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $61 7:00-9:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $45
PORTRAIT DRAWING
Jeannine Savin HSE Room 169
Do you know basic fundamentals and rules of portrait
drawing? Using a #2 pencil, try your hand at
drawing babies, women, men and older adults. Learn
quarter, half and full view in addition to how to draw
hair, beards, moustaches, glasses, hats and difficult
facial features such as smiling! You will need an
8” x 10” or larger pad, ruler, #2 pencils and white
eraser. Must have some drawing ability.
Class starts: Tuesday, March 3
8 Sessions FEE: Res. $48
(Limit: 20) Out of Dist. $55
7:00-8:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $41
Smithtown Central School District does not discriminate
on the basis of handicaps, sex, race, or ethnic
background in the educational programs or activities Volleyball @ HSE
it operates.
11VOLLEYBALL—CO-ED - ADVANCED
Sean Egan HSE New Gym
This class is for those who have prior experience
playing volleyball at a “competitive” level. It is expected
that players understand the responsibilities of each BASKETBALL
position and know the rules of the game. Players must TBA HSE Old Gym
be proficient in volleyball fundamental skills, namely Stay in shape, have a night out, forget your job, reduce
bump, set, hit and service. Game format is round stress. Have fun playing basketball! Please check with
robin, with teams formed each night by the instructor. your physician to confirm the appropriateness of full
Team composition will be adjusted during play to court basketball as part of your exercise/fitness
balance teams. routine. Bring one white and one dark shirt each night.
Class starts: Tuesday, February 24 Class starts: Wednesday, February 25
7 Sessions FEE: Res. $59 8 Sessions FEE: Res. $56
(Limit: 42) Out of Dist. $66 (Limit: 30) Out of Dist. $64
8:00-10:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $49 8:00-10:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $46
ZUMBA 'Ten'
Barbara LaRoche SE Blue Gym
Welcome to Zumba! Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance
fitness class that incorporates Latin and International
dance movements and music to create a high energy,
calorie burning, and total body workout! Zumba allows BEGINNING YOGA
you to free yourself from the traditional exercise class Nancy Seger TE Gym
and feel exhilarated and wanting more. Please wear Based on the Kripalu tradition of cultivating inner
sneakers and comfortable clothing, and don’t forget your peace, this class is designed to revitalize your body,
water! Get ready to ZUMBA! relax your mind, increase energy, and reduce stress.
Class starts: Tuesday, March 3 Beginners, people with minor back and joint pain, or
10 Sessions those just suffering from a busy mind will appreciate
7:00-8:00 PM FEE: $110 the general relief this type of program often brings. No
experience is necessary. Bring a yoga mat, blanket,
and an open mind. You may be quite surprised!
Class starts: Wednesday, March 4
WEDNESDAY FEE: Res. $56
10 Sessions Out of Dist. $63
7:00-8:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $48
AN INTRODUCTION TO I-CHING
Maureen Calamia HSE Room 161
The concept of yin and yang as complementary
opposites intrigues us all. Learn how yin and yang is
applied to residences and businesses and discuss the
I-Ching (aka The Book of Changes), one of the oldest COLORED PENCIL
books ever written and how to benefit from its ancient Jeannine Savin HSE Room 169
wisdom in our modern lives. Maureen will show how Create beautiful artwork with this new and exciting fine
to “throw the coins” to get an I-Ching reading and how art medium. Work with colored pencils; start with
to interpret the results. Together we will review the color and value exercises. We will cover landscapes,
three trigram lines representing Heaven, Man, and seascapes, animals, flowers, birds, and more. Bring to
Earth and their importance in understanding our the first class: set of 12 or 24 sharpened colored pencils
connection to the natural world. (prefer prismacolor), a small hand-held pencil
Seminar meets: Wednesday, April 22 sharpener, a white eraser, 8" x 10" or larger drawing
7:00-9:00 PM FEE: $25 pad suitable for pencils, and a #2 pencil.
Class starts: Wednesday, March 4
8 Sessions FEE: Res. $48
MEDICAL ADVISEMENT:
We advise that you consult your physician (Limit: 20) Out of Dist. $55
before undertaking any program involving 7:00-8:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $41
physical activity. Participation in any class
and/or activity is at your own risk.
12STAINED GLASS – Beginner/Intermediate
Edward M. McManus NYA Multipurpose Room
Color your world with basic design and glass-cutting
techniques. Choose from simple patterns provided by
the instructor or bring your own for the creation of your
stained glass piece. Course duration will enable
students to complete at least one individual project.
Project choices and the accompanying list of materials
will be discussed the first night of class. Students will
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH 1 need to purchase all materials and tools for individual
Franshuas Rodriguez HSE Room 172 projects; costs vary and depend upon projects selected.
Want to be able to introduce yourself in Spanish, speak Class starts: Wednesday, March 4
in the language at your favorite Spanish restaurant or 10 Sessions FEE: Res. $89
traveling overseas? Than this is the class for you. With (Limit: 12) Out of Dist. $95
a focus on conversational Spanish for beginners, you 7:00-10:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $72
will gain the skills needed to be able to converse in
Spanish in various situations and settings. You will ZUMBA TONING
also gain more insight about the culture and structure Ida Ferraro NYA Multipurpose Room
of the language. Come be a part of this class and leave It’s time to take Zumba to the next level! With the aid of
your first day speaking Spanish! ¡Vamos! 1, 2, or 3-pound weights, participants will add muscle-
Class starts: Wednesday, April 29 building movements to the Zumba dance rhythms in
this safe and effective, redefining Total Body Workout!
6 Sessions FEE: Res. $47 Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. Bring your
7:00-9:00 PM Out of Dist. $55 set of weights and a bottle of water. If you like Zumba,
Senior Citizen Fee: $40 you’ll love Zumba Toning! Sculpt and tone your body.
The results are incredible!
Class starts: Wednesday, March 4
10 Sessions
5:45-6:45 PM FEE: $110
EFFECTIVE COLLEGE PLANNING SECRETS
Brian E. Glickman HSE Room 111
What is the most cost-effective way to finance a college
education? Is your savings program harming or THURSDAY
helping you? How do you shelter assets? Why do some
families with similar income and assets qualify for more
aid than others? If you don’t know the answers to these BASIC DRAWING
questions and you want to be prepared to send your Jeannine Savin HSE Room 169
children to college and retire, this is a must-attend Ever wish you could draw? Why not give it a try? Start
workshop. Discussion following presentation will answer with a straight line and take it as far as you can go.
your questions. Learn basic techniques including shading, texturing,
Workshop meets: Wednesday, April 22 perspective, still life, and composition. Use your new
7:00-9:30 PM FEE: $15 skills to create fully-shaded drawings of animals, birds,
fruits, vegetables, flowers and more. Materials
needed: 8” X 10” drawing pad with a smooth surface,
#2 pencils, a white eraser, a small hand sharpener,
and a ruler.
Class starts: Thursday, March 5
8 Sessions FEE: Res. $48
MAH JONGG REFRESHER (Limit: 20) Out of Dist. $55
Wendy Meagher HSE Library 7:00-8:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $41
Returning to Mah Jongg? Looking for a refresher
course to bring you up to date? This class will review
passing, calling, rules and hands on the card. Class DIGITAL CAMERAS MADE EASY
will hone in on selecting your hand and review the Glenn Anderson HSE Room 173
strategies of the game to bring you to the ultimate Mah Have you been avoiding the digital age? This beginner
Jongg. Actual games will begin at the second class. class will cover the basics of picture-taking, uploading
Order your new 2015 Mah Jongg card online through and saving pictures on to your computer, editing
the National Mah Jongg League and bring your Mah pictures, and printing. Instructor will demonstrate on
Jongg set to class if you have one. his own equipment. Bring your questions!
Class starts: Wednesday, April 29 Workshop meets: Thursday, March 26
5 Sessions FEE: Res. $50 (Limit: 12)
Out of Dist. $56 7:00-10:00 PM FEE: $25
7:00-9:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $41
13GENTLE YOGA
Peter Bienkowski MPE Cafeteria
Based on the Kripalu tradition of cultivating inner
peace, this class is designed to revitalize your body,
relax your mind, increase energy, and reduce stress. SPANISH Level 2
Beginners, people with minor back and joint pain, or Lupita Gaughran HSE Room 107
those just suffering from a busy mind will appreciate If you have a general knowledge of Spanish and want to
the general relief this type of program often brings. If become more proficient in reading, writing, and
you need time to slow down, find tranquility, and gain speaking the language, join us! Parts of speech,
inner peace, this class is a must. A real treat for your sentence structure, verbs, idioms, and accent marks
body, mind and spirit, gentle yoga is accessible to all and a focus on pronunciation will assist in
levels. No experience is necessary. MEN, FIRST TRY strengthening verbal skills.
AT YOGA? RELAX! This course is taught by a man, Ven y aprende junto a mi algo más del maravilloso
who has been practicing Yoga for over 20 years. Bring idioma español; nos enfocaremos en letura, escritura y
a yoga mat, blanket, and an open mind. You may be conversacion, con mucha pero mucha gramatica. No lo
quite surprised! olvides, te espero.
Class starts: Thursday, March 5 Class starts: Thursday, March 5
10 Sessions FEE: Res. $56 9 Sessions FEE: Res. $61
Out of Dist. $63 Out of Dist. $68
7:00-8:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $48 7:00-9:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $50
SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNING
What Everyone Needs to Know
Bud Levy, CFP, CPA, MBA HSE Little Theater
For years baby boomers have been told that Social
Security is going broke. What will happen when it’s
time to collect? The decisions made now can have
a tremendous impact on the total amount of benefits
received over a lifetime. Learn the factors to
consider in deciding when to apply for benefits, when
it makes sense to delay benefits, how to estimate
benefits, how to integrate benefits with other
retirement income sources, and how to coordinate
benefits with a spouse to maximize the total benefit
amount. Each attendee will receive a free copy of
The Baby Boomer’s Guide to Social Security
which summarizes key provisions of Social
Security’s retirement benefits.
Seminar meets: Thursday, March 12
Gentle Yoga @ MPE 7:00-9:00 PM FEE: $5
STAINED GLASS – Beginner/Intermediate
MAH JONGG FOR BEGINNERS Edward M. McManus NYA Multipurpose Room
Wendy Meagher HSE Library Color your world with basic design and glass-cutting
Women and men, singles, couples...Join the rage! techniques. Choose from simple patterns provided by
Learn the fun and very challenging American version the instructor or bring your own for the creation of
of the game of Mah Jongg that is sweeping the nation. your stained glass piece. Course duration will enable
This course covers all aspects of the game - from the students to complete at least one individual project.
rules, explanation of the tiles, the “wall,” picking, Project choices and the accompanying list of materials
passing, calling for exposures, and understanding the will be discussed the first night of class. Students will
all-important “card.” Early on, we will form groups and need to purchase all materials and tools for individual
play actual games. Hone in on the skills of selecting a projects; costs vary and depend upon projects selected.
hand; pick up on strategies of the game and finally Class starts: Thursday, March 5
bring your hand to the ultimate Mah Jongg! Order 10 Sessions FEE: Res. $89
your 2015 card online through the National Mah (Limit: 12) Out of Dist. $95
Jongg League and bring your Mah Jongg set to class, if 7:00-10:00 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $72
you have one.
Class starts: Thursday, February 26 MEDICAL ADVISEMENT:
8 Sessions FEE: Res. $64 We advise that you consult your physician
Out of Dist. $70 before undertaking any program involving
7:00-9:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $52 physical activity. Participation in any class
and/or activity is at your own risk.
14BOATING/PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT SAFETY COURSE
VOLLEYBALL—CO-ED
BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE
Sean Egan HSE New Gym
This class is for volleyball novices and players who
prefer casual play. Players who need to learn position Tom Perricone HSE Little Theater
responsibilities on the volleyball court should attend. Any NY State resident who operates a personal watercraft in
Also, those who need to learn fundamental volleyball NY State waters will need to complete this course. This is an
skills (bump, set, hit, service) or who need to learn approved U.S. Coast Guard & National Association of State
the rules of the game should attend this class. Boating Law Administrators course for all boaters and personal
One-on-one training will be provided upon request by watercraft operators. A written test will be administered at the
the student. Game format is round robin, with teams end of the second class, and a passing grade must be achieved
in order to obtain certification. Students must attend BOTH
formed each night by the instructor. Team
sessions of the 8-hour class. Course completion for adults
composition will be adjusted during play to balance satisfies insurance reduction requirements.
teams.
Class starts: Thursday, February 26 Upon completion, students are provided with a temporary N.Y.S.
8 Sessions FEE: Res. $64 certificate. Participants are responsible for the $10 fee paid
(Limit: 45) Out of Dist. $70 directly to N.Y.S. Parks for the permanent certificate. Please
8:00-10:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $52 bring a pen, a pencil and a highlighter pen to class.
Class meets: Thursdays, April 16 (Part 1) & April 23 (Part 2)
(Class size: Minimum: 8, Maximum: 30)
6:00-10:00 PM FEE: $60
YOGA: BREATH, FORM AND FLOW
Emily Tow MTP Gym
Yoga is, at its core, a mindfulness practice. In this class
we will learn how to breathe freely and effectively, and DEFENSIVE DRIVING
understand how the breath connects our mind and
body. This connection between breath, body and mind
is the guiding force as we apply movement principles Linda Greco HSE Little Theater
and techniques to develop safe, aligned forms. Drivers who complete the National Point & Insurance
Together, we’ll harness this connection so that we can Reduction Course, Inc., six-hour classroom course
move with stability and fluidity as we slow-flow through SAVE 10% on their automobile liability, collision, and
the sequences of postures. The resulting calm, clear no-fault premiums each year for THREE full years
mind and strong, flexible body will encourage a deep and REDUCE up to four points on their driving
sense of well-being. Come join us! Some yoga record. Course completion is transmitted to the New
experience recommended. York Department of Motor Vehicles and recorded on
Class starts: Thursday, February 26 each student’s driving record. Save hundreds of
7 Sessions FEE: Res. $45 dollars over the next three years and venture into
Out of Dist. $52 traffic safety awareness. No testing is involved. Bring
7:00-8:30 PM Senior Citizen Fee: $37 your driver’s license and a pen to class. This is a New
York State Department of Motor Vehicles approved
accident prevention workshop.
ZUMBA FITNESS
Section 1 meets: Wednesdays, March 4 & 11
Ida Ferraro NYA Multipurpose Room
Section 2 meets: Tuesdays, April 21 & 28
It’s not too late to “Join The Party.” This amazing
Section 3 meets: Mondays, May 4 & 11
workout helps to burn up to 1,000 calories in a class.
7:00-10:00 PM FEE: $40
The best part: Zumba is is for everyone—any age or
fitness level. The moves are fun and easy to follow; all
go at their own pace. Zumba is truly a workout for the
body and mind. Get into your best shape ever! “Lose
it” on the dance floor!
Class starts: Thursday, March 5
10 Sessions
6:00-7:00 PM FEE: $110
15ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE)
Office Phone: 631.382.2181
Fax: 631.382.2183
Website:
www.smithtown.k12.ny.us
[On left, go to District; Departments; then
Adult Education]
ALL ABE CLASSES HELD AT:
26 NEW YORK AVENUE ANNEX
JOSEPH M. BARTON DISTRICT BLDG.
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Directions: From Main St. in Smithtown
turn South on New York Ave. Make a
right into the small parking lot (the last
entrance of the Joseph M. Barton
Building). Enter the building through the
double doors marked Adult Education.
New York Avenue Annex, Joseph M. Barton District Building
SCHEDULE OF FREE SPRING CLASSES 2015
MORNING (9:00 AM - 12:00 NOON) AFTERNOON (12:00 PM - 3:00 PM) EVENING (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
English as a Second Language: English as a Second Language: English as a Second Language:
Level 0: Mon/Wed/Fri Focus on Conversation Mon/Wed Level 0: Mon/Wed
Level 1: Mon/Wed/Fri Focus on Lifeskills Mon/Wed Level 1: Mon/Wed
Level 2-3: Mon/Wed/Fri Focus on Conversation Tues/Thurs Level 2-3: Mon/Wed
Level 3-4: Mon/Wed/Fri Focus on Lifeskills Tues/Thurs Level 3-4: Mon/Wed
Level 0: Tues/Thurs/Fri Adult Basic Education: Mon/Wed Level 0: Tues/Thurs
Level 1: Tues/Thurs/Fri High School Equivalency: Mon/Wed Level 1: Tues/Thurs
Level 2: Tues/Thurs/Fri ABE Basic Skills: Mon/Wed Level 2: Tues/Thurs
Level 3: Tues/Thurs/Fri ESL Life Skills: Tues/Thurs Level 3: Tues/Thurs
Level 4: Tues/Thurs/Fri Citizenship: Mon/Wed or Tues /Thurs Level 4: Tues/Thurs
High School Equivalency: Mon/Wed Adult Basic Education: Mon/Tues
Internet/Computer Multiple Pathways lead to a High School Equivalency: Mon/Tues
Assisted Literacy: Integrated HSE Diploma. TASC™ Prep: Mon/Tues
Focus on Reading and Internet/Computer Assisted Literacy:
Writing: Tues/Thurs
Find out which one is best Integrated
for you! Citizenship: Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs
Life Skills Workshops: TBA
Registration for ALL STUDENTS
Classes begin January 5, 2015
will be held at:
Ongoing Registration
26 NEW YORK AVENUE ANNEX
JOSEPH M. BARTON DISTRICT BUILDING
CAREER COUNSELING: By appointment for
Beginning January 5, 2015 enrolled students as well as ongoing evening
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM counseling workshops.
7:00 – 10:00 PM EVENINGS
Smithtown Adult Basic Education does not
PHONE # 631-382-2181 discriminate on the basis of disability in
FOR LITERACY CLASSES ONLY admission to, access to, or operations of its
programs, services, or activities.
16ABE INFORMATION
FREE NYS adult literacy classes
available for adults 21 and over.
Smithtown residency NOT required.
In-person registration and testing is
mandated for all literacy students.
Open enrollment from September
through June according to available
open classes.
Ongoing registration Monday to
Thursday at 9 AM or 7 PM
according to available open classes.
Call 631-382-2181 for further
information. Adult Basic Education Staff
Instructors are New York State
certified teachers and/or counselors.
COURSE OFFERINGS
High School Equivalency: Classes prepare students to take the TASC™ (Test Assessing Secondary
Completion) for a High School Equivalency diploma and to determine College and Career Readiness. The exam
is administered at various sites throughout Long Island, NOT at Smithtown School District. The Adult Basic
Education office processes applications for those enrolled in our program. The New York State Board of Regents
requires NO FEE for this computer-based Common Core-aligned exam.
Adult Basic Education: Classes are for adults who want to improve basic reading, writing, and math skills.
Students are evaluated and placed in an individual program in order to excel and advance to TASC™ Prep.
Adults returning to the workplace or entering training or post-secondary education after a lapse of time may
find this class an important refresher. Classes are offered in a relaxed atmosphere with emphasis on individual
needs via differentiated instruction.
English as a Second Language: Free English as a Second Language provides the student with the skills
needed to function in an English speaking country regardless of native origin. Focus is on listening, speaking,
reading and writing, with advanced audio equipment and computers to supplement instruction. Five levels,
from Basic to Advanced are offered. A student may choose morning, afternoon, or evening classes. Crossroads
Café, an advanced video program introduced by New York State Department of Education, and Equipped for
the Future (EFF) curriculum are two of many initiatives used for instruction in our classes.
Inglés Como Segundo Idioma: Las clases gratis de inglés como segundo idioma provéen a los estudiantes de
cualquier nacionalidad, habilidades para desenvolverse en un país en el cual se habla inglés. La enseñanza se
enfoca en hablar, escuchar, escribir y leer utilizando equipo avanzado de audio y computadores. Se ofrecén
cinco niveles de Inglés del básico al avanzado.El estudiante puede elegir las clases de mañana, tarde o noche.
Crossroads Café esta el programa mas avansada introducido por la oficina de educacíon en el estado de Nueva
York y el programa esta usando en clases.
Citizenship: Prepare for the new United States Citizenship exam! Information presented guides you in your
efforts to file for citizenship. Cover the basics every candidate for citizenship should know for true
understanding of our political system: The Constitution, American history, and principles of the U.S.
Government.
WORKFORCE PREPARATION
Designing Instruction for Career Pathways and Learning to Achieve: These curriculum models prepare
ESL, ABE, and HSE students for employment as well as how to function more successfully in society,
incorporating critical thinking skills for problem-solving and decision-making. Resumé writing, job interview
techniques, and computers are used as supplementary program tools to promote workplace, family, financial,
health, and digital literacy.
Computer-Assisted Instruction and Smart Board Technology: Students enrolled in the program become
familiar with using digital media and practice the Reading, Math, and ESL competencies learned in class.
Computer programs on life skills and vocational preparation focus on academic and tiered vocabulary and skills
required for particular jobs and careers. Learner Web is available to all students.
Workshops: College and Career Readiness, Research Skills, Resume Writing, Health Literacy, and Financial
Literacy are available to enrolled students.
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