Milford Adult Education

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G133 Automotives
A course designed for those students who would like to work with various automotive systems. Emphasis will be placed on tune-ups, brakes, exhaust systems, front end problems and electrical systems. This course is not for the beginner and the format is hands-on rather than lecture. Eight weeks.
Steven Mollica
Foran HS Room 394
Wednesday/6:15-9:15p.m.
$94 (includes a $10 waste disposal fee)


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G134 Baseball: Our National Pasttime
NEW. This course will explore the history and sociology of baseball. Special attention will be given to the relationship of baseball to American culture and society and to the new tools available to evaluate player performance. We will cover such topics as baseball’s rural beginnings, the Babe Ruth era, the Jackie Robinson era, memorabilia and autograph authentication, the modern era, who were the best players ever, and more. Limit: 20 students.
Burt Saxon
Law HS Room 109
Tuesday/Feb.26,Mar.4,11/7:00-9:00p.m.
$39

G135 Basic Dog Obedience
Learn basic dog obedience in an enjoyable and relaxed outdoor atmosphere. There will be an informational meeting (without dogs) to outline the course and collect vaccination certificates on Thursday, April 3 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in room 309 at Foran High School. The remainder of the classes, some saturdays and some thursdays, will be conducted in the upper parking lot at Foran High. Discussions and demonstrations about nutrition and grooming will be included. A graduation ceremony will be the culminating activity. Limit: 12 dogs. Eight weeks.
Christa Parady/Nancy Thomas
Foran HS Parking Lot
Saturday/3:00-4:00p.m.
$59

G136 Boat Smart & PWC
This course has been designed by the Milford Power and Sail Squadron to instruct the students in the most important elements of boating necessary for boating on Long Island Sound, or Connecticut’s beautiful lakes and rivers. This course will qualify the student for both a CT State Safe Boaters Certificate (SBC) and a Certificate of Personal Watercraft (CPWO). A materials fee of $35 is payable to the instructor at the first class. Children under 16 not allowed. Four weeks.
Bob Post
Foran HS Room 309
Wednesday/7:00-9:00p.m.
$20

G137 Dream Interpretation Workshop
Your dreams contain valuable information that can help you understand what has been and is happening in your life. Each person’s dreams are unique and valuable to the individual and provide insights that can help you better understand your authentic self and make positive changes. In this workshop, you will become familiar with common dream symbols, learn why dreams come to you, and learn how to remember and interpret your dreams. Limit: 15 students.
Lynette Turner
Law HS Room 104
Monday/Mar.10,17/7:00-9:00p.m.
$29


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G138 Educational Tips for Home Schoolers
NEW. Be the best home educator that you can be - for the sake of your children. This is a professional development class for home educators. We will cover a variety of topics that will make your home schooling experience more interesting and effective. Come with a tip to share if you want to. Let’s pool our knowledge about the profession of home education.
Heidi Loiseau, Ed.D
Foran HS Room 329
Tuesday/Mar.11,18/6:30-8:30p.m.
$29

G139 Learning for Life
This national award winning program is designed for the intellectually disabled adult. It will focus on the daily living needs of the mentally handicapped living in the community with educational support in functional math, reading, computer technology, home and living skills, recreation and socialization needs. Join us for a wide variety of educational fun. Eight weeks.
Peter Smith/Danielle Keane
Law HS Room 104
Thursday/6:30-8:30p.m.
$60

G140 A Makeover Class for Women
NEW. Have you ever wanted a new look or wondered what colors or styles are best for you? Our Licensed Beauty Consultant will help you get your answers. Posture, hygiene, makeup, fashion, and skin care are a few of the many topics that will be covered. You will learn to develop personality and conversational abilities, learn the the value of a professional attitude, proper image, and more to help you achieve your goal. Textbook will be purchased by student at the first class. Eight weeks.
Janis Daniels
Foran HS Room 393
Mon & Tues/6:30-8:30
$194

G141 A Makeover Class for Men
NEW. Men, are you trying to figure out how to get ahead both socially and professionally? This class will cover everything from grooming, posture, style and wardrobe, packing for travel, shopping for yourself, personality and image to professional ethics and manners. Eight weeks.
Janis Daniels
Foran HS Room 393
Wed & Thur/6:30-8:30
$194

G142 Online College Courses: Earning Your Degree from a Distance
You’ve heard about online learning, but you can’t fathom how a course could be offered over the internet. You’re an adult with some college credit and you’ve always wanted to complete your degree, but the demands of your busy life make pursuit of this dream appear out of reach. If either or both of these statements describe you, then you will want to attend this informative session. Learn how college courses are offered online. See how students communicate with instructors and one another. Develop a clear understanding of how this learning environment allows you to pursue your degree anytime, anywhere. Finally, see how you can complete your degree using existing college credit, work or military related training, standardized tests, and portfolio assessment.
Charter Oak State College
Foran HS Room 310
Wednesday/Mar.5/6:30-8:00p.m.
Free


G143 Parents Guide to College Admission
Learn the ins and outs of the college admissions process. When should I start thinking about college? How many schools should my son or daughter apply to? Should he or she apply for early decision? Should my child take the ACT or SAT? Learn the answers to these and many other questions.
James Maroney
Law HS Room 103
Tuesday/Feb.26/7:00-9:00p.m.
Free

James Maroney,owner and Director of Educational Consulting at First Choice College Placement, is a 1996 graduate of Yale University. After graduation, he traded equities for nearly two years in New York City before founding First Choice College Placement. He is a member of the Education Industry Association, the Higher Education Consultants Association and also serves his alma mater as an alumni interviewer. He has visited over 80 college campuses throughout the country and has worked with students from all over the world on all aspects of the college search and financing process.

G144 Photography I
A course designed for the beginner. Learn basic dark room skills for film development and print making, and discover techniques for composition, lighting, portraiture, and mounting photographs. A 35mm camera is recommended. A $30 lab fee must be included with your tuition payment. Nine weeks.
Bill Domeracki
Foran HS Room 391
Wednesday/7:00-9:00p.m.
$54

G145 Positivity Workshop
Based on Lynette Turner’s book, “The 10 Be’s of Positivity”, this lively workshop will teach you the ten steps toward living a more fulfilled and happy life. Learn how to be your “authentic self” rather than what others expect you to be. You will also learn more about being open-minded, patient, how to live in the moment and much more. Join us and enjoy the results and rewards of positivity. Limit: 20 students.
Lynette Turner
Law HS Room 104
Monday/Apr.7/7:00-9:00p.m.
$29

Lynette Turner is a certified Level III teacher with the Robert Moss School of Active Dreaming, a Reiki II facilitator, poet, musician and arts management consultant. Lynette is also a Certified Angelspeake Facilitator and a member of the Fairfield, CT Happiness Club.

G146 Tips on Getting Your Home Schooled Child Ready for College
NEW. Does your child have an electronic portfolio? Has he/she done any community service? These are a few of the steps a home schooled student should take. There are many students applying for college. Empower your child to get into the college that is best for him/her. These days, getitng ready for college requires more than getting high grades and playing a sport or two.
Heidi Loiseau, Ed.D
Foran HS Room 329
Tuesday/Apr.1,8/6:30-8:30p.m.
$29


G147 With a Song in Our Hearts
Starting out? Returning to? Any level is welcome to join this singing class. In a relaxed, supportive environment, you will learn technique that gives your voices freedom to soar. Along with choral and solo singing, connecting to your breath, projection, and diction will be taught. You will learn how to choose music/keys suitable to your voice, how to prepare for auditions . . . hey, you never know! Limit: 8 students. A $25 non-refundable pianist fee must be included with your tuition. Eight weeks.
Martha King
Martha King Studio
80 Brewster Rd.
Tuesday/7:30-9:15p.m.
$59

Martha King is an experienced teacher with a long list of professional singing and teaching credits which include NBC and RCA recording. She is a Connecticut recitalist and has judged Jenny Lind Competitions. According to a fellow teacher in Fairfield, “Martha King has an incredible capacity to communicate with her students, regardless of experience or ability.”




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