鶹ӳ is proud to celebrate National Adult Education and Family Literacy
Week from Sept. 16-20. 鶹ӳ’s Adult Education programs provide skills and credentials
to adult learners, expanding economic opportunity for the region while partnering
with community organizations and social services to offer resources for education,
workforce development and overall well-being.
鶹ӳ is one of 75 adult education providers funded through the Illinois
Community College Board. Programs offered at 鶹ӳ include English as a Second Language,
Illinois High School Diploma, Bridge and workforce transition courses.
鶹ӳ’s English as a Second Language (ESL) program allows students to develop the reading,
writing, listening and speaking skills needed for college and career success. The
Illinois High School Diploma program provides students with the skills and knowledge
to pass a high school equivalency exam, such as the GED®, and earn their high school
diploma. 鶹ӳ’s available workforce transition programs help students apply their
new skills and knowledge with career exploration and planning, job search assistance,
job skill development and more.
“Education is an important step in unlocking new college or career opportunities.
鶹ӳ offers many resources and a welcoming environment for members of our community
to take that first step toward meeting their goals,” said Patti Wragg, Director of
Adult Education & Transition Programs.
The programs and courses offered by 鶹ӳ’s Adult Education department assist students
with the knowledge and training needed for in-demand careers locally and nationally.
Full-time workers with a high school diploma earn about $10,000 more per year than
those without a diploma, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Registration for 鶹ӳ’s second eight-week adult education classes will be available
Oct. 7-10. To register or learn more, contact adulted@kish.edu or 815-825-9420 or visit .