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New Milford

Adult Education Fall 2019 Learning Opportunities

A community of lifelong learners, responsible global citizens,

and champions of our own success

GENERAL INFORMATION

Register online at www.newmilford.coursestorm.com

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Welcome to New Milford Adult Education’s fall brochure of classes and activities! If you are planning to complete a high school education or strengthen your English language skills, these are free to all our residents. In addition, we offer a variety of enrichment and general interest classes for community members. Browse through the brochure and register to experience the power of lifelong learning.

TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ADULT EDUCATION CLOSURES Closures 1 September 2 – Labor Day General Information 1 September 30 – Rosh Hashanah High School Completion Programs 2 October 9 – Yom Kippur ESL and Citizenship Information 3 October 14 – Columbus Day Ed2Go Online Courses 4 November 5 – Election Day

Gift Certificates 4 November 11 – Veteran’s Day Job Seeker Information Healthcare and Services

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November 27-29 – Thanksgiving Recess

Culinary and Hospitality 6 December 23-January 1 – Holiday Recess Fitness 7 Holistic Development 8 Planning Your Future 9 General Knowledge 10, 11 Family Learning 12 Bus Trips 13 Policies and Information 14,15 Registration Form 16

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF OFFICE HOURS

Christine Martin, Program Director & GED® Registrar Administrative: Monday-Thursday 2:00 - 8:30 pm

Joe Neff, Guidance Counselor & Career Specialist Guidance: Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 - 8:30 pm

Ellen Rossini, Program Secretary

Room Assignments will be posted inside the building entrance. Unless otherwise noted, classes are held at New Milford High School.

There are many reasons to pursue Adult and Continuing Education.

Whether to advance at work, gain employment, enjoy a personal interest, expand your horizons, satisfy a curiosity, meet new people with common interests,

make your world a safer or healthier place, or make your life easier or more interesting ~ New Milford Adult Education has many options for you ~

For information and updates on New Milford Adult Education

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FREE HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION PREPARATION

Register: By phone to schedule an appointment 860 350-6647 ext. 1170

High School completion classes begin: New students August 19, 2019 Returning students August 26, 2019

All students new to New Milford Adult Education or those who have not attended for two years

MUST attend our 4 night orientation August 19, 20, 21 & 22, 2019 from 5:00pm–9:00pm

Students must be committed to attend class regularly, complete homework assignments weekly, participate in classroom activities and provide their own transportation to all programs

. All Students have access to a Guidance Counselor for career and college planning.

Individuals wishing to enroll in the high school diploma or GED® Test Preparation program must meet the following criteria:

• Must be at least 17 years of age or older • Must be officially withdrawn from day school • Must submit a copy of the official withdrawal form with parents signature for students 17 years old • Must not have a high school diploma or a GED certificate

Please bring an official transcript from all schools in which you were enrolled, as well as a copy of your withdrawal from day school. Be prepared to take a basic Math and English test and complete admission paperwork (approximately 45 minutes long) on the day you register.

Graduation Requirements A diploma candidate must accumulate 23 credits which include the following:

English 4 credits Science 3 credits Math 3 credits Social Studies* 3 credits Voc Art 1 credit Electives** 9 credits

*Must include 1 credit of U.S. History, .5 credit of Civics and **.25 credit of Orientation to Adult Education. All students must also meet graduation standards and complete an information literacy project. To enroll in the GED® Test Preparation program, an adult must:

• Achieve a score greater than or equal to a 236 on the CASAS 80 Reading Appraisal and/or CASAS 80 Math Appraisal

• Be 17 years of age or older AND no longer enrolled in school • Commit to the program attendance policy.

Accommodations on the GED® tests are available for qualified individuals with a documented disability. For more information, contact Christy Martin at 860-350-6647 X 1170. You may also contact Sabrina Mancini at the Connecticut State Department of Education at 860-807-2110 or Sabrina.Mancini@ct.gov. GED® is a registered trademark of the American Council on Education (ACE) and administered exclusively by GED® Testing Service LLC under license. This material is not endorsed or approved by ACE GED® Testing Service. New Milford Adult Education is in compliance with Connecticut General Statutes Sec.10-73a and does not charge fees for registration, textbooks or materials used in mandated program areas.

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FREE ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) AND CITIZENSHIP CLASS

Enrollment for ESL classes is open, based on a first come,

first served basis

Register: September 3rd or 5th, 2019 - 6:30pm-8:30pm at the

Adult Education office, located in New Milford High

School.

Students will take the placement test and register for classes.

ESL classes begin the week of September 9, 2019

ESL: ENGLISH FOR LIFE AND WORK ESL (English as a Second Language) is a free program to assist community members, age 18 years and older, whose first or

native language is not English:

• Who need to improve job skills for job advancement • Who want to learn more about the community and the U.S.A. • Who want to take an active role in their children's education • Who need to become comfortable and more fluent in English

Courses will provide you with the language skills to enable you to live, work, and study in the United States. Each class includes speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary development, and grammar instruction.

DAY PROGRAMS THE SCHOOL AND HOME CONNECTION

Monday 1:00pm-2:30pm, mixed level Class starts September 9, 2019

This program is designed for parents who want to build their English language skills. You will practice speaking, reading, listening and writing in English as you learn about the school system. The program will also help you learn and practice ways to participate in school and community events. Class held off site at: Lillis Administration Building, 50 East Street, New Milford, CT.

CONVERSATIONAL ESL Mixed level, 1:00pm-2:30pm Class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays, beginning September 10, 2019 This program will cover English language and grammar, with a focus on conversation skills and pronunciation, and is held at Phys-Ed Health & Performance, located at 10 Still River Drive in New Milford.

THREE EVENING PROGRAMS ESL 1 Tuesday and Thursday: 6:45pm-8:45pm Classes begin Tuesday, September 10, 2019 Students will practice grammar, reading and writing skills of English, needed to achieve these goals.

ESL 2 Tuesday and Thursday: 6:45pm-8:45pm Classes begin Tuesday, September 10, 2019 Students will practice grammar, reading and writing skills of English, needed to achieve these goals. US GOVERNMENT/CITIZENSHIP Monday: 6:30pm-8:30pm Classes begin Monday, September 9, 2019 These classes review interview skills, cover facts about the U.S.A., and prepare students for the INS requirements for citizenship.

Students must be committed to attend class regularly, complete homework assignments weekly, participate in classroom activities and provide their own transportation to all programs. New Milford Adult Education is in compliance with Connecticut General Statutes Sec.10-73a and does not charge fees for registration, textbooks or materials used in mandated program areas.

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Whether you're looking for professional development or personal enrichment, these six-week online courses are the perfect way to learn a new skill or enhance your existing ones. You'll spend roughly two to four hours each week completing two engaging lessons in an enjoyable, interactive learning environment. Expert instructors develop and lead every course, and you'll be able to interact with them and with fellow students in lively online discussion areas. New sessions start every month, so you can sign up anytime.

Over 300 topics available, including:

Discover Sign Language - Explore the fun of learning sign language and using your hands to communicate

Introduction to Photoshop CC - Understand how to use Adobe Photoshop CC to edit and process photos and create original images

Mastering Public Speaking - Learn how to effectively speak both in pubic and small groups

QuickBooks 2019 Series - Investigate how to use QuickBooks to pay bills and efficiently track expenses

Soft Skills Suite - Brush up on your soft skills. The suite includes topics like working with tough personalities and making better business

decisions.

www.ed2go.com/nmae

Course sessions begin on the third Wednesday of each month. Visit the Online Instruction Center for more information.

Requirements: All courses require internet access, email, Adobe PDF plug-in and one of the following browsers: Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Internet Explorer (9.0 or above), Google Chrome or Safari. Some courses may have additional requirements; those are noted in their description. Unfortunately, no senior discount is available for online classes. To get started:

• Visit our Online Instruction Center: www.ed2go.com/nmae

• Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title and select ‘Enroll Now.’ Follow enrollment instructions. • Pay for your course, enter your email address and choose a password to enter the Classroom. • When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. • To begin your studies, log in with your email address and enter your password.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Give the gift of knowledge! Available through the Adult Ed Office - 860-350-6647 x 1170

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CAREER ENHANCEMENT

FREE COMMUNITY SERVICE

New Milford Adult Education hosts the American Job Center on the last Wednesday of each month: 9/25, 10/30 & 11/27 in the Career Center of New Milford High School from 4:00pm – 6:30pm. American Job Center offers FREE TRAINING to jobseekers looking to change careers and employers. Career services include: FREE TRAINING, job search, and résumé writing assistance; résumé critiques; skills assessments; interviewing; career exploration/guidance and employer recruitment events.

WORKSHOPS FOR THE JOB SEEKER Looking for a new job or a promotion in your current field? These workshops are for you! They will assist you in setting your career goals, evaluate your talents and develop resources that will help get you to your next goal. Workshops will focus on a variety of topics like Public Speaking, Resume Writing, Interview Success, Career Planning, What is my next step?, Professional Etiquette, and many more! After completing our workshops, you will be prepared to successfully navigate your job search to gain that career that you want!

ORGANIZE YOUR JOB SEARCH No Senior Discount Available

Most job seekers will complete a great deal of Internet research, create more than a few online profiles, apply to many jobs, and (hopefully) receive multiple invitations to interviews. The whole process can seem a little overwhelming. However, one thing is certain … when HR calls, you want to be organized and ready to present your best self! This workshop will share tips and tools that help eliminate chaos, ease job search anxiety, and organize your job search to a successful outcome!

Adult Ed Staff • 1 Tuesday 10/1 6:00pm-7:30pm $22 RESUME 101 No Senior Discount Available Develop your resume step by step in this 2 hour workshop. Please bring a job posting of a job you would apply for. Computer skills not required.

Adult Ed Staff • 1 Tuesday 10/8 6:00pm-7:30pm $22 SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWING No Senior Discount Available You’ve been chosen as a candidate and all that stands between you and your dream job is your interview. Learn what you should know before you go, how you should dress and the best answers to the questions that give you butterflies in your stomach: “Tell me about yourself?”, “Where do you see yourself in five years?”, “What is your biggest weakness?”. Understand what questions you should ask and once your interview is complete, what your next steps should be. Role playing will play a major part in this class so that you are totally prepared when it’s time to represent yourself to your future employer. Adult Ed Staff • 1 Tuesday 10/15 6:00pm-7:30pm $22

HEALTH CARE & SERVICES CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT (CNA) TRAINING No Senior Discount Available This class is designed to provide knowledge and skills for students interested in the health care profession. The coursework includes 40 hours of classroom instruction in basic nursing skills, medical terminology, and basic anatomy and physiology. In addition, students complete a MANDATORY 60-hour clinical experience at a local nursing home. The clinical portion will include some Saturdays so that a full shift at the nursing home is experienced. The classroom and clinical experiences enable students to take the Connecticut State Nursing Assistant certification test at the end of the course. Students MUST complete all course work and clinical hours (100 hours total) in order to be eligible to take the state exam. The cost of the exam ($118.00) and transportation are the responsibility of the student. Books are included with the course fee. Please note: Students must be in good physical condition and have a social security number.

D. Duggan • Mondays, Wednesdays,*Saturdays Begins 10/7 5:00pm-9:00pm $1,199 *Some Saturdays will be needed for clinical hours

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CPR-AMERICAN RED CROSS No Senior Discount Available These certification classes will educate you about the signs and symptoms of a heart attack, breathing emergencies, cardiac arrest, and stroke. After demonstrating competent skills on resuscitation mannequins and passing a multiple choice test, you will become certified in CPR. A certification card, valid for two years, will be issued to successful participants. These classes are taught by a certified CPR instructor through the American Red Cross.

D. Duggan Adult • 1 Thursday 11/7 6:00pm-9:00pm $75 Infant/Child •1 Thursday 11/21 6:00pm-9:00pm $75

CULINARY/HOSPITALITY CAREER ENHANCEMENT

CULINARY/HOSPITALITY

CULINARY/HOSPITALITY CERTIFICATION CLASSES TAUGHT BY ROBERT PARRINELLO, CFSHM 30 Years of Experience and Food Safety Instructor at the Culinary Institute of America

SERVSAFE® FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATION No Senior Discount Available Become a Certified Food Protection Manager and become more valuable to your current or future employer or a better manager for your own operation. Food and customer safety are top priorities. Many municipalities require that every food service operation employ both a Qualified Food Operator (QFO) and an alternate. Their responsibilities not only include food safety, but staff training as well. Learn to prevent an outbreak of food-borne illness in your operation while earning your mandatory state QFO certification. This class was developed by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Successful completion of the course and final exam, administered during the last class, will provide you with a Food Protection Manager Certification and wallet ID card. Certification is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) - Conference for Food Protection (CFP). CT Food Safety Code requires at least one certified food operator per establishment. A textbook, to borrow only, will be available at New Milford High School in advance of class. Class fee includes Certification Exam. Requirements: Valid picture ID and commitment to take text book home for study prior to class. ServSafe® Manager 7th Edition is used in class. www.plumsafety.net

R. Parrinello • Two session options are available: Session I: 2 Mondays 10/21 & 10/28 5:00pm-9:00pm $215 Session II: 2 Mondays 12/9 & 12/16 5:00pm-9:00pm $215 SERVSAFE ALCOHOL® TRAINING & CERTIFICATION (RESPONSIBLE ALCOHOL SERVICE TRAINING) No Senior Discount Available This ServSafe Alcohol ® Training program, developed by the National Restaurant Association, prepares bartenders, servers, hosts, bussers, valets, bouncers and all front-of-house staff to effectively and safely handle difficult situations in your operation. Certification will also lower your insurance costs. You will become familiar with alcohol laws and responsibilities, learn to evaluate intoxication levels, properly check identifications and learn proper ways to handle possible risks associated with administering alcohol. Failure to act responsibly could result in fines, imprisonment, loss of liquor license, increased insurance costs or potential loss of business. A textbook, to borrow, will be available at New Milford High School in advance of class. Class fee includes Certification Exam. MUST BE 21 YEARS OR OLDER TO TAKE THIS CLASS. www.plumsafety.net

R. Parrinello • 1 Monday 11/18 5:00pm-9:00pm $99

ALLERTRAIN™ ALLERGY (AWARENESS TRAINING) No Senior Discount Available

AllerTrain™ is the leading food allergy and gluten-free training program for the food service industry. Learn how to identify basic information about food allergies and techniques that prevent cross-contact. Learn the successful techniques for implementing a food safety plan related to food allergies, and how to take the proper steps when a diner has a reaction. Upon completion of the training, you will understand the most important practices related to allergen control in the front and back of the house as well as in emergency situations. Following the successful completion of the course final exam, each participant will be issued an AllerTrain™ Certificate of Achievement that is accredited by ANSI. Certificate is valid for 5 years. Providing your restaurant staff with this training shows that your restaurant went above what was required and invested in comprehensive allergy training to educate staff. www.plumsafety.net

R. Parrinello • 1 Monday 10/1 5:00pm-9:00pm $99

BUNDLE! Both CPR classes can be purchased together for the discounted price of $135 (savings of $15): contingent upon both classes running. No Senior Discount Available for this package.

BUNDLE! The 2 Culinary/Hospitality classes can be bundled together for our discounted rate of $295 contingent upon both classes running. No Senior Discount Available for this package.

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FITNESS CARDIO BARRE Grab your sneakers! This class is a fun combination of low-impact cardio exercises, ballet-inspired toning exercises done at the barre, and weight-bearing, Pilates-inspired exercises to tone and strengthen your core and every muscle of your body. The music will get you going and keep you motivated! Please wear athletic shoes and bring a mat. K. Horvath • 8 Tuesdays 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/12 6:00pm-7:00pm $95 (No class on 11/6) CHAIR YOGA “Come as you are, use what you have, do what you can.” This gentle class explores breath, movement and meditation while seated on and/or standing behind a chair. Students can expect to learn different breathing techniques and a variety of Yoga poses promoting strength, balance, endurance and flexibility. Each class features a short, themed meditation. Some classes use unique hand gestures called mudras with specific health benefits. At the end of each class there’s time for relaxation where your body will incorporate all it accomplished throughout the hour. Easy moments of yoga “dance” on the chair adds fun and creativity of the spirit. All are welcome: no yoga experience necessary. Come with the desire to learn how to move your body, and improve your health and well-being. Join us as we each bring our own practice to class. Yoga mat needed to place under your chair, please.

E. Donahue • 10 Thursdays 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 6:30pm-8:00pm $119

10/31, 11/7, 11/14/ 11/21, 12/5

EVERY BODIES YOGA Move through gentle, flowing stretches that help restore flexibility while toning the body. Each class will bring movement and breathing together through fluid poses designed specifically to keep the body supple and strong. This class is perfect for those new to yoga as well as yoga regulars who love simple yet effective poses to align and release tension from the back, neck and shoulders. Please bring a yoga mat.

L. Ward • 8 Wednesdays 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 6:30pm-7:30pm $95 EVERY BODIES YOGA Mini Session Have you ever thought about taking a Yoga class but did not want to commit for 8 weeks? Well now is your chance!!! Our very successful ‘EVERY BODIES YOGA’ class is running a special session for three short weeks. Move through gentle, flowing stretches that help restore flexibility while toning the body. Each class will bring movement and breathing together through fluid poses designed specifically to keep the body supple and strong. This class is perfect for those new to yoga as well as yoga regulars who love simple yet effective poses to align and release tension from the back, neck and shoulders. Please bring a yoga mat.

L. Ward • 3 Wednesdays 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 6:30pm- 7:30pm $36

INTRODUCTION TO TAI CHI EASY No Senior Discount Available Find out what all the Tai Chi buzz is about and in just one session you will activate the "healer within" using traditional Chinese techniques to release your body's own medicine. This is achieved through gentle movement, self-applied reflexology, meditation, and breathing, providing simple and effective self-care skills that can be used throughout life and well into the “successful aging” process. Go home with a book with content that is practical and life transforming. You will leave feeling wonderful and will join the buzz about Tai Chi yourself! ($17 materials fee payable to instructor).

A. Mace • 1 Tuesday 9/24 6:00pm-8:00pm $24

TAI CHI EASY TAKE TEN SERIES

Feel better fast with Ten Minute Tai Chi Easy formulas. Transform your health by awakening your internal healing resources in just ten seconds. Choose to start your day, take a break, or end your day by performing either Ten Minute Movement Series, Total Body Tune-up, or Massage Intensive ($17 materials fee payable to instructor).

A. Mace • 3 Tuesdays 10/1, 10/8, 10/15 6:00pm-8:00pm $72

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HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT

THE 'M' TECHNIQUE No Senior Discount Available The ‘M’ Technique is a method of structured touch, applied to the hands and feet. It is performed in a specific sequence of Pattern, Pressure and Speed. This technique is extremely beneficial to the recipient because it promotes amazing relaxation and comfort. This is a perfect technique to be administered by caregivers, family members, nurses and doctors.

M.E. Foster, RN, RMT • 1 Wednesday 9/25 6:00pm-7:30pm $35 INTRO TO REIKI No Senior Discount Available Reiki is used to reduce stress and restore physical, mental, and emotional health through simple, natural hands-on healing techniques. Understand the basics of this ancient healing art of energy flow, meditation, breathing, and centering exercises. Learn about imbalances within the body and how they can be addressed through healthy, positive changes. A demonstration of Reiki will also be given. This class is for those who want more information about Reiki training. It is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness.

M.E. Foster, RN, RMT • 1 Wednesday 10/2 6:00pm-8:00pm $35 FIRST DEGREE REIKI TRAINING No Senior Discount Available Reiki is accepted by hospitals and physical therapists locally and worldwide as a form of complementary medicine. Awaken your healing abilities. Learn this powerful, natural healing technique that uses life energy to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and balance body, mind, emotion, and spirit. This holistic method utilizes energy flow and restores harmony and balance in the body. Learn to direct this gentle and safe energy to benefit yourself, loved ones, or pets. A certificate will be awarded upon completion. Students must purchase the manual: Reiki -The Healing Touch, First & Second Degree (spiral bound) by William Lee Rand at www.reikiwebstore.com.

M.E. Foster, RN, RMT • 3 Wednesdays 10/16 10/23, 10/30 6:00pm-8:00pm $165

SECOND DEGREE REIKI TRAINING No Senior Discount Available Second Degree Reiki is a deepening of intention and a rising of vibrations in the student. The student will learn the symbols for empowerment, mental and emotional healing, and long-distance healing. Students will also learn how to use Reiki energy clearing rooms, houses, and workspaces. This class will include hands-on practice and the second level attunement. A certificate will be awarded upon completion. Prerequisite: First Degree Reiki Training

M.E. Foster, RN, RMT • 3 Wednesdays 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 6:00pm-8:00pm $165 ADVANCED REIKI TRAINING No Senior Discount Available This advanced training will include the Usui Master attunement, the Usui Master symbol and its uses, and Reiki moving meditation. You will study the Reiki Grid and will enjoy using crystals to send Reiki continuously. Reiki aura clearing techniques will be utilized to remove blockages. Chair work will be completed with the Usui Master symbol. A certificate will be awarded upon completion. Prerequisite: Second Degree Reiki Training.

M.E. Foster, RN, RMT • 3 Wednesdays 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 6:00pm-8:00pm $165

CHAKRADANCE – DISCOVERY – INTRODUCTION (2 hours) No Senior Discount Available Get fit in a way only YOU can imagine! Burn calories, unwind, and find your inner compass. Discover your body-mind-spirit connection. Through guided imagery, spontaneous movement, and mandala art, this session will restore balance to your energy Chakras which regulate your physical organs and emotional attitudes towards safety, power, communication, love, sexuality, intuition and self-realization. Bring a cushion. A. Mace • 1 Tuesday 10/29 6:00pm-8:00pm $24

BUNDLE! The 3 REIKI certification classes (1st Degree, 2nd Degree and Advanced Reiki) can be bundled together for our discounted rate of $450 contingent upon all classes running. No Senior Discount Available for this package.

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PLANNING YOUR FUTURE

ESTATE PLANNING: DON’T MAKE THESE MISTAKES! No Senior Discount Available In this course, you’ll learn about Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Healthcare Representatives. You may think that drafting an estate plan is straightforward, but in reality, if you do it wrong, you’re jeopardizing everything you’ve worked for. Just because you have a Will or Trust doesn’t mean you’ve covered your bases. In addition to going over the basics of Estate Planning, we’ll share real-life stories, showing you the dangers of common estate planning mistakes such as using incorrect phrases in your documents or omitting important ones. Failing to fund or revoke a living trust, using ambiguous provisions, titling assets improperly and not updating beneficiary designations are just some of the blunders you must avoid!

L. Arnold, Esq. • 1 Wednesday 10/23 6:00pm-7:30pm $15 ESTATE PLANNING: WHAT IS IT? No Senior Discount Available In this course, you’ll learn that everyone has an estate and what it is comprised of. Also, no matter the size, you can’t take your estate with you when you die. Come learn how to ensure your wishes are carried out with the instructions you'll need to provide. Hear how to name those you want to receive something of yours, what you want them to receive, and when. Accomplish all this and pay the least amount of taxes, legal fees, and court costs.

M. Alimo • 1 Wednesday 10/16 6:00pm-7:30pm $15 MARKET CORRECTION: HOW IT AFFECTS RETIREMENT No Senior Discount Available As we work toward retirement, we must be aware how the fluctuations of our investments have an impact. Learn about bear markets, level of risk, time horizon, potential loss of the investment and dependency on the asset itself playing a major role on when we do actually retire. You’ll hear about the sequence of return factor, expectations for a rate of return, how social security & pensions effect the solvency of a plan and how it changes, ways to hedge or shelter a portfolio, how to buy low & sell high, taxes play an equally important role, and if you can weather the storm of a correction and recover in retirement.

M. Alimo • 1 Thursday 10/17 6:00pm-7:30pm $15

PLANNING FOR LONG-TERM CARE: UNDERSTANDING MEDICAID AND HOW TO PROTECT YOUR ASSETS! No Senior Discount Available Connecticut has the 2nd highest cost of long-term care in the nation. So unless you’re planning to leave the state, you need to protect yourself and your retirement assets from long-term care costs. Should you give your home to your children? How can you get assistance paying for nursing home and home care? How can you qualify for Medicaid benefits while keeping your assets? If you know the rules and plan ahead, you can still protect your hard-earned assets.

L. Arnold, Esq. • 1 Wednesday 10/30 6:00pm-7:30pm $15 SOCIAL SECURITY CHANGES & INTEGRATING THEM INTO RETIREMENT No Senior Discount Available When to collect Social Security may be the single most important decision you make in context of planning your retirement. This class is a great opportunity to learn KEY CONCEPTS you’ll need to know BEFORE applying for it. Depending on your age, Social Security filing strategies may boost lifetime benefits & increase retirement income by tens of thousands. Michael Alimo, a Registered Investment Advisor with a seasoned background in comprehensive financial planning and investment portfolio management, specializing in retirement planning, hosts this seminar. He will share filing timing options available to you, how benefits are calculated and how advanced planning can increase them. Also, how tax filing status could allow you to miss out on significant lifetime sums, avoid outliving retirement funds, and much more.

M. Alimo • 1 Tuesday 10/15 6:00pm-7:30pm $15 WHAT THE HECK IS A TRUST AND DO I NEED ONE? No Senior Discount Available You’ve heard about trusts. But what exactly are they and what do they do for you? You’ve heard about the different types – Revocable. Irrevocable. Special Needs. Testamentary. In a nutshell, a trust is an ownership system between 3 people –The first person who gives the second person legal right to hold money (or other assets) for the third person who receives the money. Simple, right? Well… there’s a little more to trusts than just that! In this course we’ll explain how trusts are created, the different types of trusts, and go over who you should choose to participate. You’ll walk away knowing how to use trusts to do things like minimize and/or avoid taxes, protect assets and keep public benefits for loved ones with special needs, and how avoid probate court. Whether you are new to trusts or even understand them well, you’ll walk away understanding how to use these powerful planning tools. L. Arnold, Esq. • 1 Wednesday 11/6 6:00pm-7:30pm $15

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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE ALIGNING WITH YOUR INTUITION

We all have a sixth sense just waiting to be discovered. It connects us to those aspects of ourselves and our lives that can make us flourish on many levels of our existence, if we just learn to channel it appropriately. Come and explore the many facets of your being, and how you can make it work in your everyday existence. Mela Rispoli, a Clairvoyant Medium has mastered the ability to help tune others into the part of themselves that they may have only begun to explore if at all. Through exercises meant to enhance these areas, we can explore them together. No prior experience is required. Only the willingness to be open to whatever is meant for you on your particular journey. Let us venture there together! Please come prepared with a notebook and an open mind.

M. Rispoli • 5 Thursdays: 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12 7:00pm-8:30pm $88 AUTUMN NIGHT SKIES Learn about the winter and spring night skies and gain hands-on experience operating a variety of fine astronomy equipment, including a 16” telescope. Get to know constellations, how to navigate in the heavens, become familiar with and view many of the very famous bright stars. Discover planets, star clusters, a star nursery, and many other beautiful objects. You will also encounter the best Apps for navigating the heavens (they are spectacular aids to your celestial journey). Participants will have fun in a casual, small-group setting. This class is family-friendly and open to children under the age of 18 when accompanied by an adult. CLASS HELD AT THE MCCARTHY OBSERVATORY, located behind New Milford High School.

Observatory Staff • 6 Wednesdays 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 7:30pm-9:00pm $65 COLORFUL CREATIVE COLLAGES: MAKING A VISION BOARD If you are a fan of color, paper, pictures, texture, and words, then this is your workshop! Leave any worries of being an artistic novice at home. Vision board collages contain personal focal points to inspire, illustrate dreams, set goals, share positive energy or simply their beauty! Instructor Elaine will launch you and your unique style on a creative journey by mixing vibrant paper, quotable quotes, picturesque magazines, and additional “bling” to bring your collage to life. Please bring to class your imagination, old magazines and/or photos if you have them, any/all inspirational/personal items you’d like to incorporate into the collage, and a plan to have fun. You’ll meet others along this art-inspired journey as well. E. Donahue • 3 Thursdays 10/10, 10/17, 10/24 6:30pm-8:00pm $45

LANDSCAPING DOs AND DON’Ts: DON’T wait until Mother’s Day to begin your annual planting. Save hours of wasted effort and do it at the best time of year … THE FALL!! DO give your outdoor space the makeover it deserves, and DO take the necessary steps to keep all you have worked so hard at, beautifully maintained and pest free. Join Shayne Newman, a landscape industry certified technician and President of YardApes in New Milford at their location, as he shares his vast knowledge as a professional landscaper. He will explain why September and October are the very best times to prepare your garden for spring. Additionally, he’ll provide skilled advice to give your backyard or patio a face lift. Simply bring in photos of your landscape challenges. The course will conclude with the very best ways to maintain your tranquil botanical setting free from deer and pests. Class will take place at YardApes, 18 Aspetuck Ridge Road, New Milford, and is limited to 7 students.

S. Newman • 4 Mondays 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 5:45pm-7:15pm $60

MEDITATION FOR INTERPRETATION Meditation is a practice where an individual uses a technique to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally clam state. Meditation for Interpretation takes you far deeper. Mela Rispoli will guide you through meditational journeys over six weeks covering topics such as healing, relationships, and understanding of self. Her innate ability as a 4th Generation Clairvoyant Medium allows her to interpret the paths you take in your meditations and how they present a basic understanding of how to move forward on life’s path. No previous knowledge on the subject is required. All you need is a willingness to learn how to quiet your mind and an openness to venture forward in the growth of your own journey.

M. Rispoli • 6 Thursdays: 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17 and 10/24 7:00pm-8:30pm $99

3 easy ways to register:

Online By Mail In Person

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ONE DANCE Bored of what you are doing on the dance floor, or just outright terrified? Your days of rocking back and forth while turning clockwise slowly are over! Learn a few basic steps that are natural and fun to look and feel super confident for that One Dance that is important to you or someone else. Party, proposal, prom, wedding, Father-Daughter dance, anniversary, community event, beach, or your living room - bring it! This practice is so versatile, it can be done with any genre - pop, metal, Latin, country, alternative, etc. - couples or freestyle. Bring your preferred music to sync to a blue tooth speaker.

A. Mace • 3 Tuesdays 11/12, 11/19, 11/26 6:00pm-8:00pm $72 STREET SMARTS & SELF-DEFENSE – BASIC FORMS SERIES You won’t find THIS basic in any dojo! Come and train in the clothes you wear every day. Learn techniques that are practical, realistic, and that will work when you need them. This series is designed to reach YOUR personal potential at any age, sex, or physical condition (for ages 16+)

A. Mace • 2 Tuesdays 12/3 & 12/10 6:00pm-8:00pm $48 SEASONAL WREATH DECORATING No Senior Discount Available Come to our holiday workshop and leave with a wreath you created yourself! Join Pam Stevens to learn the mechanics of successful wreath decorating. She will explore a range of artistic styles that, when applied, reflects your own personal style. Imagine the reaction of your guests when they spot a unique holiday wreath adorning your home and hear you made it yourself! Class size limited to 5 students; please sign up quickly to reserve your space. Cost of materials (unadorned wreath and decorations: $35) for this class included in the fee. Class is held at Meadowbrook Gardens, located at 228 Danbury Road, in New Milford.

P. Stevens • 1 Saturday 12/7 1:00pm-3:00pm $55

SUCCESS MINDSET Success Mindset, based on Jack Canfield’s book, The Success Principles and various coaching programs, is workshop series for individuals who want to stop chasing time and money and start designing and living the life they dream of. This program can incorporate 12 or more success strategies. At the end of this course, participants will: • understand a success mindset • how to create definable and achievable goals • learn how to maximize your potential The only prerequisite skills for successful completion of this course is a desire to learn and grow. Please come with a notebook and pen or pencils.

Denise Ann Watson 5 Tuesdays 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29 6:00pm – 7:30pm $94

WRITING IN THE RAW Everyone has a story - some lack the confidence to put them in writing, others lack the time. This course will give you both! Follow your intuitive flow and write the stories brewing at your core. Put away the rules of grammar and spelling in order to connect to your voice in a supportive and encouraging environment. Focus will be on memoir with provided prompts that will help ignite memory and imagination. All you need for this course is the desire to write. Bring along a notepad and pen for an exciting journey of words.

Still nervous about the commitment? We have several options to meet your needs. Why not try the 3 nights and fall in love with seeing your voice on paper. We will honor the bundle price even if you did not sign up for all 7 immediately. Each class is a stand-alone topic.

(Alice Barstow Schuette holds an MA in Writing Arts and has led workshops for both children and adults. She frequently participates in local readings and has performed her work on stage for Expressing Motherhood. You can also find her work in the anthology, This One Has No Name, and on Feminine Collective.)

A.B. Schuette • 6:30pm-8:00pm 3 Thursdays (our try it, you’ll like it package) 9/12, 9/19, 9/26 - $48 4 Thursdays (our this time frame works better for me package) 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24 - $65 7 Thursdays (discounted bundle price) 9/12 – 10/24 - $98

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Family Learning Nights

Come experience a special evening of games, crafts, and fun, with a focus on learning as a family. These classes are open to

preschool through 1st grade students and their families. When registering, please indicate the number of children attending and their

ages.

FUN IN THE FALL This Autumn-themed class will provide learning through crafts, stories, a fall bingo game and more! A special craft will be offered to each child with the opportunity to make one for themselves as well as a senior citizen in our community. Come and explore the various learning stations filled with activities about the Harvest time of year. E. Donahue, C. Martin Tuesday October 8th 6:30pm-8:00pm Free

THANKSGIVING FUN Engage in any learning station you wish at this gratitude – themed evening featuring a “Thankful” tree, games and stories. Make a craft, color and create with your child in a fun and educational setting about the Thanksgiving holiday. E. Donahue, C. Martin Tuesday November 12th 6:30pm-8:00pm Free

DINOSAUR THEME NIGHT Come explore the subject of Dinosaurs through games, crafts and activities that reinforce math and reading skills as well as provide a fun family learning atmosphere. J. Ongley, Child Lit students, C. Martin Monday December 9th 6:30pm-8:00pm Free

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is there for your convenience.

What? My class is cancelled? We hate to do it, but if too many people wait until the last minute to register, we have

no choice. Please register early to avoid disappointment for yourself and others.

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BUS TRIPS Trips are non-refundable and run rain or shine.

Please indicate your meal choice at registration either in the drop down menu in Coursestorm or on the registration form.

BLOSSOMS & BUTTERFLIES No Senior Discount Available This trip includes moderate walking! Enjoy nature’s beauty and bounty in several different venues. Our first stop is the Yankee Candle flagship store in South Deerfield, Massachusetts. Then it’s on to Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and Gardens. Magic Wings is an 18,200 square foot facility including an 8,000 square foot glass conservatory filled with butterflies, moths and tropical vegetation. Lunch today will be served at the Deerfield Inn. Choice between: Apple-Brandy Pork Loin, Herb Crusted White Fish (topped with toasted herbed crumbs with a sundried tomato beurre blanc) or Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Breast. The meal comes with warmed rolls and butter, baby green salad, coffee, tea, and dessert. Our trip ends at the Bridge of Flowers, built in 1908. It began as a freight destination for the Shelburne Falls and Colrain Street Railway. After it was abandoned in 1927, Antoinette Burnham imagined it becoming a garden bridge. It became reality thanks to volunteers like the Shelburne Falls Area Women’s Club.

Sunday, September 22, 2019 $134

RIP VAN WINKLE FLYER on the DELAWARE & ULSTER No Senior Discount Available Encounter travel and dining aboard the Rip Van Winkle Flyer on the Delaware & Ulster Railroad. Experience the elegance of yesteryear aboard this post-war Streamliner train as we take a scenic ride through the Legendary Catskill Mountains. Lunch with linens and china is served in their beautifully restored dining cars. Menu: warm bread, seasonal salad, choice of: Chicken Marsala served with vegetable and potato, Stuffed Pork Loin or Eggplant Parmesan, dessert, coffee and tea. This afternoon we visit the Emerson Country Store. Step inside a 19th century dairy barn that has been preserved and transformed into an array of shops that contain unique gifts, antiques, original artwork by artisans and more!

Saturday, October 26, 2019 $131

NORMAN ROCKWELL MUSEUM No Senior Discount Available

Enjoy the day in Stockbridge, MA where charming Main Street looks just as Rockwell painted it. A wonderful place to visit during the Holiday Season! • Elegant lunch at the famous RED LION INN on Main St beautifully adorned for the Season. Enjoy crisp white linens & charming decorations in the beautiful Main Dining Room. Delicious Menu: Soup of the Day, Inn’s Daily Bread Basket, choice of: Herb-Grilled Chicken Breast with Lemon-Thyme au jus OR Pan Seared Salmon, Warm Fruit Crisp, Coffee, Tea. Following lunch be sure to visit the Red Lion Inn gift shop. There will be time to stroll Main St in Stockbridge. We then visit the Norman Rockwell Museum, the world’s largest collection of Rockwell’s work which includes the nostalgic Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas. Enjoy a self -guided tour of the museum to explore the collection. Museum shop offers lots of browsing.

Sunday, December 15, 2019 $124

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NEW MILFORD ADULT EDUCATION POLICIES REGISTRATION POLICY

Seating Availability: Registration for enrichment courses is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration Availability: Registrations are accepted once our brochure is distributed and our website is live. Who May Enroll: Enrichment classes are only open to adults age 18 and over unless otherwise stated. Class fees must be paid in full prior to inception of any class. No one is permitted to attend class for one evening as a drop-in for an amortized rate. Registrations after a class has begun still require full registration fee. Residents of other districts are welcome with no additional out-of-district fee. Senior Discount: A 10% discount is given to enrollees age 62 and over for some classes. When registering Online: Enter appropriate promo code: senior f19 and hit Apply Button or it will not register. When registering By Mail: note senior f19 on brochure registration form. This discount does not apply to Certification Classes, Ed2Go Classes, Bundled Classes, Trips or classes with fees of $35 and under. Email addresses are requested for all registrations so that all registrants can be contacted electronically due to course changes or cancellations. Register Early. Please register at least 2 weeks prior to the start date of class to avoid course cancellation. If there are not enough registrations by the week before the class, the course may be cancelled. Online registrations are available by visiting www.newmilford.coursestorm.com. Online payment is available via credit or debit card. A minimal fee applies. Agreement to having read and understood our policies is required. Mail – In registrations can be made by filling out our registration form completely, inclusive of your signature, indicating that you have read and agreed to our policies. Payment is only available by check (made payable to New Milford Adult Education) and can be sent to New Milford Adult Education, 388 Danbury Road, New Milford, CT 06776. Walk-in registrations can only be accepted during New Milford Adult Education business office hours Monday through Thursday from 3:00pm to 8:30pm. Fully completed registration forms, inclusive of your signature, indicating that you have read and understood our policies, must accompany payment. Bundled Pricing: Some classes are grouped together for a discounted price. Bundled pricing is contingent upon all classes in that package running. Fees: A $25.00 fee will be charged for any returned check

REFUND POLICY

Cancelling your registration: Trips and Classes require a minimum number of attendants to run. Class refunds will only be issued if you withdraw your class registration *five (5) business days, prior to the course’s scheduled start date *(not including dates the school is closed). If you wish to cancel within the allowable time frame, please do so by contacting us via email at adulted@newmilfordps.org or by phone at 860-350-6647 x1170 during business hours (see page 1). No refunds can be given once a class begins. If a class is cancelled mid-stream, an amortized refund will be issued. A student’s absence(s) from a class does not result in a refund, credit or make-up. Course Cancellations: Full refunds will be given if a course is cancelled by New Milford Adult Education due to insufficient registrations or unforeseen circumstances. Notification of cancellations will be sent electronically upon immediate notification of the former and *two (2) business days before the class was scheduled to begin for the latter. Classes missed due to inclement weather will be made up. If an instructor is not able to do so, an amortized refund will be given. See ‘School Cancellation Policy’ for procedures to take due to cancellations caused by inclement weather. Credit Card transactions over 90 days will be issued in the form of a check. Trips: Run rain or shine, and are non-refundable unless trips are cancelled. Senior discounts do not apply

SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS POLICY

School Closures: Adult Education classes held at New Milford High School will not be held when schools are closed for vacation, holidays, teacher schedule conflicts, day school schedule conflicts or inclement weather. *These dates cannot be counted as a “business day” when needing to withdraw a registration or request a refund within the stated REGISTRATION or REFUND policies. With the exception of the McCarthy Observatory, and possibly the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program, classes will not be scheduled on these dates. Inclement Weather: If day school is closed or has an early closing due to inclement weather, there will be no Adult Education that evening if class is scheduled to take place at the school. If inclement weather begins in the afternoon, please check the New Milford Public Schools website. Closing information will also be posted on TV Channels 3, 6, & 8 as well as our Twitter page: @AdultEd_NM Classes canceled due to inclement weather are made up by adding classes. If New Milford Adult Education determines a class cannot be made up, a refund will be issued for the missed class. If a class is made up and a student cannot attend that make up class, a refund is not issued. If a class takes place off-site (a location other than the school), registrants will be notified via email as to whether or not the class will occur. This cancellation will depend on the status of the location the class is to be held.

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DISCLAIMERS

• Fitness Classes: All Fitness classes are taken at the participant’s own risk. People taking these classes should be reasonably fit with no pre-existing conditions that might impact their participation or health.

• General Accessibility and Accommodation: All activities by New Milford Adult Education are held in accessible locations. Accommodations for individuals with a disability are available upon request. Please contact Christy Martin, at 860-350-6647 x1185. Accommodations for the GED® test are available for qualified individuals with a documented disability. For more information, contact Christy Martin, 860-350-6647 x1170. You may also contact Sabrina Mancini at the Connecticut State Department of Education at 860-807-2110 Sabrina.Mancini@ct.gov.

• Non-Discrimination: New Milford Adult Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. Inquiries regarding New Milford Adult Education’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to Christy Martin, (860) 350-6647 x 1185.

• Policies Enforced by Program Director Only: They are NEVER at the discretion of any entity other than New Milford Adult Education. Instructors may not set allowances for attendees to make-up classes or attend any at no charge

The New Milford Board of Education provides public education for children in grades pre-K to 12 who are residents of the town of New Milford. As part of its education program, the New Milford Board of Education offers vocational education and training to eligible students. As is the case regarding all of the schools district’s programs and activities, all vocational opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. For questions or complaints regarding the district’s policy of non-discrimination, please contact the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator: Section 504 Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator for Students Title IX Coordinator for Staff Alisha DiCorpo, Assistant Superintendent Ms. Ellamae Baldelli, Director of Human Resources New Milford Board of Education New Milford Board of Education 50 East Street, New Milford, CT 06776 50 East Street, New Milford, CT 06776 860-354-3235 860-210-2200

DO YOU HAVE A HOBBY, SKILL OR SPECIALTY YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH OTHERS?

New Milford Adult Education is always looking to add new courses to its already popular lineup. We are looking for enthusiastic, qualified instructors to share their passion in either computers, crafts, a

language, music photography, or any other area of interest, with our community. The possibilities are endless. Certification is not always required.

Contact us at adulted@newmilfordps.org or 860-350-6647 x 1170

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New Milford Adult Education FALL 2019 ENRICHMENT REGISTRATION FORM

*Indicates mandatory field

*NAME:

*STREET:

*CITY: *STATE: *ZIP:

*HOME PHONE: *CELL PHONE:

*EMAIL:

*COURSE TITLE: *START DATE OF CLASS: Full Amt Bundled Amt Sr. Discount Amt

Full $ _____ Bundled $ _____ Disc: $_______

Full $ _____ Bundled $ _____ Disc: $_______

Full $ _____ Bundled $ _____ Disc: $_______

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* CHECK # *TOTAL $

Entrée choice for Blossoms and Butterflies:

Entrée choice for Delaware and Ulster Railroad:

Entrée choice for Rockwell Museum:

I have read, understood and agree to all the New Milford Adult Education Policies noted on pages 14 and 15:

*SIGNATURE *DATE Enrollment Confirmations will be sent by email when registering for classes when an email address is provided. Confirmations can be mailed by U.S.P.S. when requested with a self-addressed, stamped envelope. MAIL TO:

NEW MILFORD ADULT EDUCATION 388 DANBURY ROAD, NEW MILFORD, CT 06776 860-350-6647 x1170 phone ~ adulted@newmilfordps.org Email

ONLINE REGISTRATION: www.newmilford.coursestorm.com