ASPIRE
To provide quality leadership to ASPIRE Programs for the development, improvement, and expansion of lifelong learning opportunities for adults in their family, community, and work roles.
Vision Statement
Create and maintain the best system to deliver foundational skills for personal and professional growth.
Mission Statement
Provide students educational skills to be successful in post-secondary education, training, and employment.
ORIENTATION INFORMATION
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO GET STARTED ON YOUR GED/HSD SIGN UP FOR ORIENTATION BY CALLING: (330) 235-0020 or email berillaan@mwood.cc with questions.
ORIENTATION SCHEDULE July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
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DATE |
TIME |
Location |
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TIME |
Location |
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January 6, 7,8, 9 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
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July 15, 16, 17,18 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
January 6, 7, 8, 9 January 13, 14, 15, 16 |
6-9 pm 1-4 pm |
MCC OMJ |
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July 29, 30,31, Aug 1 |
6-9 pm |
@ ORC |
January 21, 22, 23, 24 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
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January 21, 22, 23 ,24 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
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August 12, 13, 14, 15 August 19, 20, 21, 22 |
9-Noon 1-4 pm |
ORC OMJ
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August 26, 27, 28, 29 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
February 10, 11, 12,13 |
9-12 am |
ORC |
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February 10, 11, 12,13 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
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September 9, 10,11,12 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
February 24, 25, 26,27 |
9-12 am |
ORC |
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September 9,10,11,12 |
6-9 1-4 pm |
MCC OMJ |
February |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
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September23,24,25,26
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9-Noon |
ORC |
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September 23,24,25,26 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
March 10,11,12,13 |
9-12 pm |
ORC |
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March 10, 11,12,13 |
6-9 am 1-4pm
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MCC OMJ |
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October 7, 8, 9, 10 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
March 31,Apr1,2,3 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
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October 7, 8, 9, 10 October 14,15,16,17 |
6-9 pm 1-4 pm |
MCC OMJ |
March 31Apri1,2,3 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
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October 21, 22, 23, 24 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
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October 21,22,23,24 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
April 14, 15, 16 ,17 |
9-12 am |
ORC |
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April 28, 29, 30, 5/1 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
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November 4, 5, 6, 7 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
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November 4,5,6,7 |
6-9pm 1-4pm |
MCC OMJ |
May |
9-12 am |
ORC |
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November 18,19,20,21 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
May 27, 28, 29, 6/2 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
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November 18, 19, 20,21
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6-9pm |
MCC |
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June 9, 10, 11, 12 |
9-12 am |
ORC |
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*December 9, 10, 11, 12 |
9-Noon |
ORC |
June 23, 24, 25, 26 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
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*December 9, 10, 11,12 |
6-9 pm |
MCC |
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Brief Rundown of What to Expect at Orientation:
Day 1 Paperwork, LOCATOR
Day 2 Reading/Math
Day 3 Reading/Language
Day 4 -Students finish testing/ IXL accounts/Student Data Cards/Transition Level for students’ customized learning. Identify Adult Diploma Students (ADP -signup) Student Starts Class -completion of required 12 hours to be an Aspire student.
Our Transitions Counselor will discuss your next steps to determine what skills are needed to help you achieve your goals. On day four, you actually enter the classroom and start your educational journey that will lead you to your career pathway.
All classes and materials are free-of-charge. To accommodate your schedule the Aspire Program is open all year round with classes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or online. Learning centers located throughout Portage County, include:
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- Maplewood Career Center/Ravenna – evening classes
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- When entering the building please have a valid ID and enter through the front doors.
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- Maplewood Career Center/Ravenna – evening classes
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- Ohio Means Jobs – afternoon classes (on bus route)
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- Opportunity Resource Center on Cleveland Road/Ravenna – morning classes
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- Kent Free Library (on bus route)
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- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) with In-person classes in Kent or online
DISTANCE LEARNING
For the student interested in working from home on their computer or tablet. The adult student keeps in contact with a qualified teacher via e-mail and works on-line for a minimum of eight (8) hours per week. The student can also come into class on occasion with questions and can work with an instructor.
ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)
Do you need to learn basic language skills, earn work on your citizenship exam, or work on your resume and learn how to apply for a job? We have classes in the morning or afternoon to fit your schedule. Call for details!
BASIC SKILLS
Brush up on your basic skills in English, reading, or math. You can also earn your GED/ADP for free!
TRANSITIONS COUNSELOR
Meet your Transitions Counselor at orientation to set goals and learn more about post-secondary education, training, trade, or employment. The Transitions Counselor provides information on how to research areas of interest, resumes and cover letter tips, filling out applications, and information on scholarships to achieve your goals.
LINKS FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION STUDENTS
TABE Testing
IXL Blended Instruction
Distance Education Registration
