HiSET Preparation Lab

This class helps you to prepare to take each of the five HiSET tests with extra emphasis placed on math and writing instruction. Students work at their own pace and Official HiSET testing is available on a weekly basis when you have successfully completed study and Practice testing.

Instructor: Blainor McGough

Date: Wednesday, September 18 through December 18, 4-7 pm

Math for HiSET Testing

Students may opt for individualized coaching sessions to go over word problems and the language of Math to gain confidence to pass a math practice test then advance to official testing. 

Instructor: Yvonne WentzDate: Wednesday, September 18 through December 18, 5-6 pm

Did you know that a large Oak tree can drop thousands of acorns in one year? Or that trees are able to communicate and defend themselves against attacking insects? Get to know the names and assets of some of Maine’s 66 native tree species and how to identify them. Fall is an excellent time to learn to identify native trees by their leaves and fruits, branch, and bark patterns. Enjoy a sunset walk on one of Scarborough's beautiful Land Trust trails and meet the trees.

Instructor: Amy Witt, Earth Walkers

Location: Libby River Farm Preserve, 320 Black Point Road, Scarborough.

Date: Wednesday, September 18, 5-6:30pm. Rain date Thursday, September 19.

Cost: $15

This class is for MLL learners of all levels. This fun class will help you refine your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. We will work on English topics that will help you to be more effective in your daily life. 

Instructor: Theodora Medouris

Date:  Wednesdays, September 18 - December 18, 6-8 pm 

Location: Southgate Housing, 577 US Route 1,  Scarborough

Cost: Free

Beginners/Experienced

Get ready to Jig and Reel your way into the world of Scottish Country Dancing (SCD). Maybe you have already experienced some traditional Scottish dances at a wedding or a ceilidh...if you have, you’ll know the feeling of exhilaration when dancing to upbeat, traditional Scottish music. If you are completely new to SCD don’t be afraid! You don’t have to wear tartan or a kilt (though you can if you like); you don’t need special footwear (comfortable flat shoes are fine); and you don’t have to bring a partner (Scottish Country Dance involves dancing with different partners).So, why not give it a try? Whatever your age or ability, you will soon feel part of the Scottish Country Dancing community.

Anne Johnson brings 18+years dancing as a member of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society and is a certified Instructor of SCD through the RSCDS.

Instructor: Anne Johnson

Location: Scarborough High School

Date: Wednesdays, Sept 18-October 23, 6-8pm

Cost: $66

Students enrolled in this certificate program complete 150 hours of classroom, laboratory, and clinical experience, meeting all state licensing requirements. Upon successful completion of the course and passage of the State Competency Exam, students will be eligible to enter the healthcare field under the direction of a licensed nurse. Students must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or the equivalent, and have a CASAS Reading score of 238 or above. 

Call 730-5040 for an application, interview, and Reading assessment. 

Location: Off site in Portland. Location and directions will be emailed to students prior to start of class.

Instructor: Orlene DeMatteo, RN

Dates: Session 1: September 24 - November 19, Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays, 9am - 3pm

            Session 2: Begins January 14, 2025

Cost: $1,200. Fee includes textbook

Please apply by August 27, 2024 and December 18, 2024 to be eligible for assistance with either sponsorship or a referral to agencies with training funding available for eligible students.

Learn to make great tasting espresso and lattes! Identify the best beans for these specialty drinks, learn about the best machines, and create latte art like a pro. It’s a great idea to attend “How to Make Great Tasting Coffee” and to have an espresso machine to practice on at home, but these are not required to take this class. Each session offers the same course information.

Instructor: Mark Peterson, owner of Black Point Coffee

Location: Scarborough High School, Room A103

Each session offers the same information.

This workshop has two parts.  In part one, you will learn how to do creative lettering for relaxation, enjoyment, and creativity.  You will learn how to write a basic alphabet in calligraphy style with different flourishing techniques.  This skill can be used for journaling, writing letters, creating banners and decorations, name tags, and cards.

In part two of this workshop, you will learn how to create cards and name tags.  Each student will leave this session with 3 hand lettered cards and one name plate.  All necessary materials will be provided, but students are encouraged to bring their own favorite colored crayola markers, colored pencils, gel pens, regular pencils, and permanent pens.

Instructor:  Yvonne Wentz

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates:  Tuesday, October 1, 6-8 pm and Tuesday, October 8, 6-8 pm

Cost:  $60 includes two classes