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2021-22 Bridgeport Adult EducationIt’s NeverToo Late!Bridgeport Adult EducationAll Classes are FREE!Improve your English SkillsEarn a High School DiplomaStudy for your GEDLearn Computer SkillsDay and Evening Classes are availableFor More Informationwww.bridgeportedu.net/adultedBridgeport Adult Education
Adult Education 2021 - 2022Adult Education DepartmentJames Denton, DirectorBridgeport Public SchoolsMr. Michael Testani, Superintendent of SchoolsBridgeport Board of EducationJohn Weldon, ChairpersonBobbi Brown, Vice-ChairpersonJoseph J. Lombard, SecretarySybil Allen, MemberAlbert Benejan, MemberSosimo J. Fabian, MemberJessica Martinez, MemberJoseph Sokolovic, MemberChris Taylor, Member
BBOEPage 3Welcome4School Contact Information5Programs and Advising6High School Credit Diploma Programs (CDP)6-7General Educational Development (GED )8-9National External Diploma Program (NEDP)10-11Adult Basic Education (ABE)11English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL)12Citizenship13Adult Learning Center—Day Program14-15Fall Registration and Class Schedule16Spring Registration and Class Schedule17Enrichment & Elective Courses18Bridgeport Adult Education Online Learning19Adult Education Policies and Procedures21-22Calendar23
BBOEPage 4Message from the DirectorDear Bridgeport and Fairfield Residents,The staff of Bridgeport Adult Education arecommitted to helping students achieve theirpersonal, educational, and occupational goals.Various courses are offered to develop the skillswhich will prepare students to successfullycontinue their education and/or enter theworkforce. Our programing will enable students tomove ahead in life, attain goals and make theirdreams a reality.Let us Light the pathto your futureDon't let anyone stop you now.The Bridgeport Board of Education and I hopeyou will join us in continuing your education.Remember, it is never too late to take charge of yourown learning. Come register now!Sincerely,James Denton, Director
BBOEPage 5School Contact InformationAdult Education DepartmentMain Office and Evening Classes:Central High School1 Lincoln Boulevard Bridgeport, CT 06606(203) 275-1509Fax: (203) 337-0197James Denton, .net/adultedAdult Learning Center (Daytime Classes)418 Kossuth Street(203) 275-3266Fax: (203) 337-0190Elisabeth Egurbide, Program Facilitator
BBOEPage 6Programs and AdvisingHigh School CompletionNeed a High School Diploma? There are 3 programsavailable to students who are at least 17 years of age and areofficially withdrawn from school. All students 17 years ofage must schedule a meeting with the Director prior toentering Adult Education.High School Credit Diploma Program(HSCDP or CDP)In the High School Credit Diploma program students earnacademic credit which are added to any credits they alreadyearned previously in high school. Upon fulfilling all coreand elective requirements, students will receive their highschool diploma. Credit may be given for previously earned highschool credits, military experience, or independentstudy. 22.5 credits are required to receive a Diploma,which is awarded by the Bridgeport PublicSchools. Bridgeport Adult Education requires students toearn: English: 4 credits Social Studies: 3 credits Mathematics: 4 credits Science: 3 credits Electives: 8.5 credits
BBOEPage 7A certified school counselor will review your officialtranscripts and design a program to meet all requirementsnecessary to receive a high school diploma. Credit Diplomaclasses are offered at Central High School in the evening,from 6:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. Each class meets two nights aweek (Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday).Students must accumulate a minimum of 48 hours of seattime in each class to receive credit for a course.Additionally, we offer on-line classes for students usingEdgenuity on Saturday mornings at the Adult LearningCenter from 8:30 A.M.– 12:30 P.M.The Credit Diploma Program is also offered online 5 daysduring the week at the Adult Learning Center. Theseclasses are also provided on the Edgenuity online platform.Bridgeport Adult Education is in compliance withConnecticut General Statutes Sec.10-73a and does not chargefees for registration, textbooks or materials used inmandated program areas.
BBOEPage 8High School Equivalency/General Educational Development (GED )The focus of the GED program is to prepare students topass the computer-based GED test. Preparation to completethe GED test includes problem-solving skills in the subjectareas of Language Arts, Social Studies, Science andMathematics. Classroom instruction is supplemented bycomputer assisted instruction with a GED interactivecomputer program. It is given in both English and Spanish. All students take a placement test to determine theirappropriate class level. Classes are available at all levels. You are eligible to take the official State GED Examif you are 17/18 years of age and officially withdrawnfrom school for at least 6 months or if your class hasgraduated. If you are 17 years old, you must submit awithdrawal form signed by a parent or guardian. Those who pass the GED test are awarded aConnecticut State High School Diploma. Day GED classes are held at the Adult LearningCenter located at 418 Kossuth Street, MondayThursday and evening classes are held at CentralHigh School, Monday-Thursday.
BBOEPage 9GED Exam Dates and Registration InformationThe GED exam is offered at various locations throughoutConnecticut. To find out more about the new GEDcomputer-based test, visit www.gedtestingservice.comGeneral Educational Development (GED ) TestAccommodationsAccommodations for the GED test are available forqualified individuals with a disability. For moreinformation, contact James Denton at 203-275-1509.You may also contact Sabrina Mancini at the ConnecticutState Department of Education at (860) 807-2110, or by emailat GED@ct.gov
BBOEPage 10National External Diploma Program(NEDP)The National External Diploma Program (NEDP) is a HighSchool diploma program for adults who qualify and haveacquired their academic skills through life and workexperiences and demonstrate what they have learned. NEDPmeasures academic and life skills, such as Reading, CriticalThinking, Oral Communications, Mathematics, Writing, SelfAwareness, Consumer Awareness, Occupational Awareness,Scientific Awareness, and Social Awareness.The NEDP is offered by our educational partners, LiteracyVolunteers of Southeastern Fairfield County in partnershipwith the Bridgeport Public Library, and the MercyLearning Center (a women’s ONLY program). Candidateswork independently while maintaining weeklyappointments with their NEDP advisor/assessor.Diplomas are issued by the Bridgeport Adult EducationDepartment.
BBOEPage 11The goal of this initiative is to help those candidates whoneed a secondary school diploma but choose not to gothrough the traditional credit diploma classes or the G.E.Dprogram. Please contact:Lisa Wolfeiler at Literacy VolunteersBridgeport Public Library925 Broad Street Bridgeport, CT 06604Phone: 203-576-7012 or 203-576-7400 X403lwolfeiler@bridgeportpubliclibrary.orgJane Ferreira at the Mercy Learning Center637 Park Ave. Bridgeport, CT 06604phone: 203-334-6699info@mercylearningcenter.orgAdult Basic Education (ABE)Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes are offered for adultswho wish to improve their basic skills in reading, writing,and mathematics. Classes are offered in various locations atdifferent times during the day and evening. See page 14, 16,and 17 for specific times, locations, and registrationinformation.
BBOEPage 12English for Speakers of Other Languages(ESL)We offer ESL classes to students whose primary language isnot English. Courses range from introductory to advancedlevels and are designed to improve reading, writing,listening, speaking, and life skills. The use of technology isan integral part of our program. Students are given aplacement test to determine ability level. Integrates Life Skills and Basic Skills. Listening, writing, speaking and reading skills aretaught. Weekly interactive computer instruction. Classes are offered in four instructional levels: Survival,Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced. Students areplaced according to their ability level. A placement testis given to assess students’ level. These courses are designed to strengthen the students’basic math, reading comprehension, and grammar skills.English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL) classes areoffered during the day at the Adult Learning Center and inthe evening at Central High School.
BBOEPage 13CitizenshipThis course prepares students for the U.S. Citizenship andImmigration Services (USCIS) exam and interview of U.S.History. Students must be assessed at Intermediate level orhigher. Prepare to become a US Citizen by studying for the USNaturalization Interview and Test. Course covers US History, Government and Civics.Must be able to read, write and speak English to pass thetest.
BBOEPage 14Day Classes at The Adult Learning CenterLocated at 418 Kossuth Street, the Adult Learning Centeroffers classes Monday – Thursday. Classes run from 9:15 –10:45 a.m. and 11:00 – 12:30 p.m.For more information, call (203) 275-3266Fall Semester 2021Registration: August 23, 2021 – Sept. 2, 20219am – 12pmSemester: September 8, 2021 – December 21, 2021Spring SemesterRegistration: December 13, 2021 – December 22, 2021January 4 and 5, 20229am – 12pmSemester: January 10, 2022 – May 26, 2022Summer Classes AvailableSummer 2021: July 1, 2021 – July 30, 2021 (9 am to 1:00 pm)Summer 2022: July 5, 2022 – July 29, 2022 (9 am to 1:00 pm)
BBOEPage 15GEDStudents will focus on improving their skills in the foursubjects tested on the official GED exam: math, socialstudies, science, language arts. These classes are offered inEnglish and Spanish.GED TutorialDesigned for those students who need additional help inWriting and Math. This class is offered by appointment andspace is limited.CitizenshipThis course prepares students for the United StatesCitizenship Test. Content includes U.S. History,Government, and English Language Skills.
BBOEPage 16Fall 2021 Evening Class RegistrationCDP / ESL / GEDAugust 23, 2021 – Sept 2, 2021(Monday – Thursday)4:00 – 7:00 p.m. @ Central High SchoolFall Evening Class Scheduleat Central High SchoolCDP / ESL / GEDFall Semester: September 8, 2021 – December 21, 2021
BBOEPage 17Spring 2022 Evening Class RegistrationCDP / ESL / GEDDecember 13th 2021 to December 22nd 2021January 4th 2022 and January 5th 2022Mon – Thursday 4:00 - 7:00Spring Evening Class Scheduleat Central High SchoolCDP / ESL / GEDSpring Semester: January 10th, 2022 to May 26th, 2022
BBOEPage 18Enrichment and Elective CoursesEvenings @ CHSComputer Classes Intro to Microsoft OfficeYou will learn basic Word, Excel, and email skills.You will learn how to create and manage Worddocuments, organize information in tables, performcalculations on data, create graphs and charts,organize your email inbox, and send files over email. Advanced Microsoft OfficeHave some experience with Microsoft Office andwant to improve your skills or need a refresher? Thiscourse will help you learn advanced techniques. Youwill learn how to create and update a Table ofContents, Mail Merge to labels, envelopes, formletters, and emails, work with captions and footnotes,track changes, and much more. The basics ofMicrosoft Publisher will also be explored.
BBOEPage 19Bridgeport Adult EducationOnline Credit Diploma Coursesthrough Edgenuity LearningOnline CDP courses are offered at the Adult LearningCenter. This is an ideal option for those students who arecomputer literate and seek to work independently to earncredits at their own pace.In this program, students are monitored by certifiedinstructors. Those enrolled in online courses have the ability,and are encouraged, to continue to work independently athome, or elsewhere, as long as a computer with Internetaccess is available.This is a high demand program and spots are limited, so ifyou think this may be a good fit for you, please speak to aguidance counselor as soon as possible.Summer 2021 Credit Diploma CoursesWe will offer summer credit diploma courses at the AdultLearning Center, 418 Kossuth Street.Classes meet Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 1:00pm. July 1st, 2021 to July 30th, 2021
BBOEPage 20Nondiscriminatory PolicyBridgeport Adult Education is committed to a policy ofequal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualifiedpersons and does not discriminate in any employmentpractice, education program, or educational activity on thebasis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin,ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identityor expression, disability (including, but not limited to,intellectual disability, past or present history of mentaldisorder, physical disability or learning disability), geneticinformation, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticutstate and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. Inquiriesregarding Bridgeport Adult Education’s nondiscriminationpolicies should be directed to James Denton at 203-275-1509.General Accessibility and AccommodationAll activities offered by Bridgeport Adult Education are heldin accessible locations. Accommodations for individualswith a disability are available upon request. Please contactJames Denton at 203-275-1509.
BBOEPage 21Adult Education Policies and ProceduresAttendance/TardinessAttendance will be taken daily in class and monitoredclosely by office staff. Students who do not attend for theminimum required hours will not receive credit for thecourse. Students will be marked tardy after 6:45 P.M. Threetardies to any class shall constitute an absence from thatclass. No students will be permitted to enter the buildingafter 6:45 P.M.SecurityAll students must pass through one of the securitycheckpoints at Central High School. Cell phones, jewelry,and other metal items must be removed prior to passingthrough the metal detector. Hats are not allowed, with theexception of head coverings required in religiousobservance. Students may be refused entry for inappropriatedress.Cell phones, other electronic devicesThe use of these during class time is prohibited unless theuse is directed by the teacher and is necessary for a learningactivity.Use of School TelephoneStudents will not be called out of class for incoming calls,except for extreme emergencies.
BBOEPage 22DressStudents are asked to come to school wearing appropriateattire. Clothing should be clean and appropriate for a schoolenvironment.SmokingSmoking of any kind is not permitted on school grounds.Change of Address/TelephonePlease notify the school if you have a change of address ortelephone number.Identification Cards/Bus PassesStudents must wear a school‐issued identification card at alltimes while in attendance.Bus PassesBus passes will be issued to students in good standingaccording to established criteria. See Office Staff for moreinformation.General BehaviorStudents will conduct themselves as mature, responsibleadults. Behavior that is in any way disruptive to theeducational process or disrespectful of others may result inremoval from the program.
Bridgeport Public Schools Adult EducationFor more information regarding our class offerings, call(203) 275-1509 or visit our website atwww.bridgeportedu.net/adulted
Bridgeport Public Library 925 Broad Street Bridgeport, CT 06604 Phone: 203-576-7012 or 203-576-7400 X403 lwolfeiler@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org Jane Ferreira at the Mercy Learning Center 637 Park Ave. Bridgeport, CT 06604 phone: 203-334-6699 info@mercylearningcenter.org Adult Basic Education (ABE)
