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Crooked River Adult and Community Education Center
1437 Poland Spring Rd. • MSAD 61 & 72 • Casco, ME 04015darlene.perry@lakeregionschools.org, carrie.castonguay@lakeregionschools.org • 207-627-4291 Toll Free: 1-888-825-4291 • Fax: 207-627-3113
News & Events
Summer 2013 Brochure
To view our Summer Brochure click on this link. Summer Brochure
Posted by Darlene Perry on April 27, 2013
Spring 2013 Brochure
To view our Spring Brochure click on this link Spring Brochure
Posted by Darlene Perry on September 23, 2012
Programs and Hours of Operation
Our hours of operation are Monday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Our office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We are closed every Friday. We offer many different programs. Below is a list of programs and opportunities that we can offer you.
The Learning Center:
The Learning Center is an adult high school completion program that provides educational opportunities to students 16 years of age and older who have officially withdrawn from high school. The Learning Center provides the opportunity for adults to take academic refresher courses to prepare for postsecondary education. Call today or stop by to schedule an appointment for new student orientation. Please call 627-4291 ext 23 or 24 for more information.
Spring sessions
Session 3 January 7th - February 14th 2013
Session 4 February 25th - April 4th 2013
Session 5 April 11th - May 23rd 2013
Graduation May 30, 2013
No classes during the following dates:
February 18th - 21st 2013
April 15th - April 19th 2013
Fall Semester
Our fall semester begins September 3, 2013.
Registration week: August 27th - August 29th. Schedule an appointment today. Call 627-4291 ext 23.
GED Preparation and Testing:
The GED tests are changing! Hurry in and complete your GED before the tests get harder and you have to start over. After January 1, 2014 the tests will be on a computer, include multiple choice, short answer, fill-in-the blank, and two essays. Don’t delay, call today and speak to Julie at 627-4291 ext 23.
We do provide GED testing and preparation in Fryeburg. Call our office for more information.
The GED Testing Program has long provided accommodations to candidates who have disabilities and is committed to compliance with the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). In an effort to make GED Tests accessible to all applicants, accommodations are made for candidates who have diagnosed physical, mental, sensory or learning disabilities and can provide appropriate documentation from a qualified professional of their impairment and its effect on their ability to take the GED Tests under standard conditions.
College Transition:
Do you want to attend college but are unsure of how or where to start?
Our College Transitions program is free to you and will help you:
Take the Accuplacer® and get the support necessary to be academically prepared for college success
Understand the college application and financial aid processes
Learn how college is structured and how to prepare to be a successful student
Explore program major options and why career exploration and research are important
Develop a plan of action and goals that will help you measure your progress
Receive a college application fee waiver
Session 2: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, April 30th - May 22nd 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Registration is required. Please call 627-4291 ext. 24
ACCUPLACER® Testing
The Accuplacer® college placement test will help determine if you are ready for college level classes or if you need remediation in either math or English. The assessment is widely accepted by many colleges and will help us recommend the best place for you to begin your goal of attending a post-secondary school. There is no fee to take the test. Please call to schedule an appointment and talk with us about the different programs and classes we have to help you prepare for college. Call 627-4291 ext 24 for more information.
Ed2Go/ Gatlin Education Services
Learn from the comfort of home. Courses start as low as $79.00. These courses are Instructor-facilitated on-line courses. These courses are informative, fun, convenient and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners. All courses run for six weeks with a two week grace period at the end. Courses are project orientated and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. You can complete any course from your home or office any time of the day or night. Visit our website at www.ed2go.com/cracec or http://gatlineducation.com/cracec
SMCC
Listed below are SMCC’s spring classes held at Lake Region Vocational Center. All courses will be held based on enrollment. To sign up for a SMCC class, you must contact SMCC at http://www.smccme.edu or by calling the Admissions office at (207) 741-5800 or toll free at 877-282-2182. Classes begin the week of August 26, 2013.
ENGL-100-CN English Composition Tuesday 6:00 - 8:45 PM
MATH-050-CN Introduction to Algebra Tuesday 6:00 - 8:45 PM
MATH-140-CN College Algebra Thursday 6:00 - 8:45 PM
SOCI-100-CN Introduction to Sociology Wednesday 6:00 - 8:45 PM
Check out the dates and times of all classes on the SMCC website http://www.smccme.edu.
** SMCC's Crooked River math classes meet at Lake Region Vocational Center in Naples (next to the high school). For additional information you can contact the instructor: david.langley@lakeregionschools.org
CMCC
Convenient and accessible college classes right in Oxford County ! Still the lowest tuition rate in Maine.
Spring 2013
To register for a class, call (207) 755-5292 or online at www.cmcc.edu
If you’re a high school junior or senior, you might be eligible for a tuition-free class!
Open Registration starts July 11, 2013
Fall 2013 semester begins September 3 through December 21, 2013
Class location: Fryeburg Academy - 745 Main Street, Fryeburg
Number Course Title Day Start End Cost*
ENG 101-X3 College Writing W 5:30 PM 8:25 PM $357.60
SOC 101-X1 Intro to Sociology T 5:30 PM 8:25 PM $332.40
Other Oxford County locations:
Western Maine College Center, South Paris
Region 9 School of Applied Technology, Mexico
Telstar High School, Bethel
For more information about a class or degree program, contact Michelle Hawley at (207) 743-9322 ext.204;
(888) 677-3377 or email mhawley@cmcc.edu.
Central Maine Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and employer.
For more information, please call 207-755-5233.
Posted by Darlene Perry on August 24, 2012 | Read more in: Events
Next Step Maine
It's never too late to earn your high school diploma, start college, finish college, or change your career! The Next Step Maine was officially launched this week to encourage working adults and non-traditional aged students to take the next step in their education or career goals. Check out their website: www.nextstepmaine.org.
Posted by Darlene Perry on August 23, 2012
General Information
Registration & Fees:
Course fees must be paid in full at the time of registra-tion. Your place in class is held only with full pay-ment. Late registrations are accepted where space is available.
How to Register:
ONLINE:
www.crookedriver.maineadulted.org
MAIL:
Use the registration form on page 2 to mail in your registration. Include a personal check or money order payable to MSAD 61 Adult Ed. Our mailing address is Crooked River Adult and Community Education, 1437 Poland Spring Rd., Casco, ME 04015.
COME IN:
Register in person at our office. See hours of opera-tion for summer hours.
PHONE:
We will accept registra-tions by telephone, but we must receive payment at least 1 week prior to the class start date or we will not hold your seat.
Confirmation:
Because of the volume of students, we are NOT able to contact each person to confirm enrollment. If you do not hear from us, you can assume that you are
registered for your class.
Refund Policy:
100% will be refunded if we cancel a course. 100% minus a $5.00 processing fee will be refunded if a student withdraws before the first session. No refunds are made after a class has started. Exceptions to this policy may be made at the discretion of the Director.
Inclement Weather:
Call M.S.A.D. #61 or M.S.A.D. #72 Superintendent’s office at 647-3048 or 935-2600 to find out if classes have been canceled for The Learning Center, SMCC, CMCC or Community Education due to inclement weather. Also, if regular school has been canceled due to inclement weather, our school and office will be closed as well. If there is an early dismissal, it will be posted on channels 6, 8 and 13.
Facilities Policy:
It is the policy of Crooked River Adult and Commu-nity Education Center that there be NO SMOKING in our buildings and/or on the property. This includes smoking in personal vehicles parked on school property.
We have a parking lot available for the people using our building.
Please do not park in front of the building.
Report ALL injuries, staff or student, to the main office.
Posted by Darlene Perry on July 25, 2012
Get Moving with Music
MSAD 61 & 72 has received an Easy Adventure Mini-Grant from the Opportunity Alliance. We have purchased and have available for community use 6 iPod Nano’s that have exercise music in various genres downloaded on them. Community members can come to Crooked River Adult Learning Center to sign-out and use the devices on demand during our regular business hours. In the event of inclement weather we have available our facility’s fitness equipment (treadmill, bike, and elliptical machine). Please take advantage of this fun way to get and stay fit.
Posted by Darlene Perry on August 22, 2011
M.A.R.T.I.
The Crooked River Adult and Community Education program is your Community Connection for information on how you can use Maine’s expanding high-speed, broadband internet connectivity to help you meet educational goals, enrich your life, obtain health information, access governmental services and enhance economic and community development. Contact our office and arrange a special presentation on the importance of high speed internet for your civic or social organization.
Look for this symbol in our catalog: 
It identifies courses and workshops where you’ll learn about high-speed internet connectivity. This community education program is presented in cooperation with the Maine Department of Education and the ConnectME Authority. Learn more at www.maine.gov/connectme and check the speed on your internet connection.
The MARTI project is funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Posted by Darlene Perry on August 8, 2011
MSAD 61 & 72 Info Video (CRACEC)
Check out our new informational video that will let you see what we have to offer here at MSAD 61 & 72 Regional Adult Education at the Crooked River Adult and Community Education Center. The link to this video is:
Posted by Darlene Perry on August 7, 2011
Services provided to the communities of MSAD 61 & 72
Cumberland County - M.S.A.D. #61
Crooked River Adult and Community Education Center,
1437 Poland Spring Rd., Casco, ME 04015 (207) 627-4291
Maine Families
Providing you with a professional parent partner who will help you make smart decisions and positive choices for your family. Call the Opportunity Alliance at 877-770-8883.
the Opportunity Alliance
Early Head Start is a free in-home family-visiting program for expectant parents and families with children from birth through three years of age. Call the Opportunity Alliance at 800-698-4959 or 207-553-5810.
Head Start is a center-based child development program focusing on educational, social, health and nutritional needs of children 3 to 5 years of age. Call the Opportunity Alliance at 800-698-4959 or 207-553-5810.
WIC This Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children comes to Crooked River Adult and Community Education Center the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday of each month. This program serves pregnant, breast-feeding and post-partum women, infants and children up to age 5. Generous income guidelines allow thousands of families to qualify even with employment income. Call 1-800-698-4959 for an appointment.
Fuel Assistance LiHEAP provides a one time supplemental benefit to your heating vendor, oil, K-1, LP gas, natural gas, wood or electric. Income guidelines are used. For more information please call 553-5900 or visit www.opportunityalliance.org. Below are the dates that the Housing and Energy Services will be at Crooked River Adult Ed for fuel assistance.
December 10, 11, 26, 27 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
February 11, 12, 13, 14, 25, 26, 27, 28 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
March 11, 12, 13, 14, 25, 26, 27, 28 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
April 8, 9, 10, 11, 22, 23, 24, 25 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Oxford County - M.S.A.D. #72
Community Concepts
17 Market Square, South Paris, ME 04281 (207) 743-7716
Maine Families is a free support program for new parents. Give your child the best possible start in life by becoming your child’s first and most important teacher. Call Melissa Wakefield at 800-866-5588.
Early Head Start is a free home visiting program for expectant parents and families with children from birth through three years of age. Call Fryeburg Head Start at 207-935-3911 Ext. 208.
Head Start is a center-based child development program focusing on educational, social, health and nutritional needs of children 3 to 5 years of age. Call Fryeburg Head Start Center at 207-935-3911 Ext. 202.
WIC - This Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children serves pregnant, breast-feeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5. Generous income guidelines allow thousands of families to qualify even with employment income. Call 877-512-8856 for an appointment.
Posted by Darlene Perry on August 3, 2011
Western Maine Family Literacy
Western Maine Family Literacy
When families read and learn together, everyone grows!
This program is for parents and adult caregivers who wish to pursue their own education, career, or parenting goals while supporting their young child’s literacy development and reading together at home.
In our program, you can:
- Earn your GED or adult diploma
- Get ready for college
- Find a good job
- Get parenting support
- Help your child succeed in school
- Help your family get ahead
- Have fun together!
We also offer:
- childcare while you study
- FREE books and fun family activities
- FREE playgroups for you and your child
For more information:
- Call 888-825-4291 Ext. 24
- Email phoebe.monteith@lakeregionschools.org or kristia.merriam@lakeregionschools.org
- Stop by the Crooked River Adult & Community Education Center and ask about “Family Literacy”
This program is provided by MSAD#61 & MSAD#72 Regional Adult & Community Education and our community partners with generous support from the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy.
Posted by Darlene Perry on August 1, 2011
